Irish Ceilidh Bands: Essex - for your Event

The LT Band ( a 3 piece band + caller) is a well established ceilidh / barn dance band, featuring a dynamic line-up of fiddle and accordion accompanied by a top caller. The caller is experienced in ensuring an enjoyable evening and will select dances to suit the ability of the audience - an essential element if everyone is going to have a good time. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Essex. A smaller (2 piece + caller) option is also available.

This is an experienced barn dance band whose lively music is sure to make your event go with a sing, be it wedding reception, anniversary or party - where all are guaranteed a cracking good time!. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Essex. Their genial and good-humoured caller, will guide all guests throughout the dances, judging the best dances to suite the guests and when to let everyone have a rest while the band play some tunes to listen to.

Band line up consists of fiddle, accordion, keyboards, percussion plus caller.

If you are looking for the perfect, all-inclusive entertainment for your wedding, birthday party, anniversary celebration, college ball, office party or conference bash, you have just found it!

A barn dance (or ceilidh, or country dance) gets everyone involved. It's terrific fun for all, and it's a great way to get your party to mix. Essex is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) . With our expert caller on hand to guide you through, no prior experience of dancing is needed to be able to join in to the full.

Instruments available incl ... more

The BF Band are a Barn Dance Band (a.k.a. Ceilidh Band, folk dance band, call it what you will) play for wedding receptions, birthday parties, PTA events, church socials, ceilidhs, etc. Good, enjoyable 'fun' !! They don't expect anyone present to be an expert, and the band will bring along a caller to tell you what to do. A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Essex really going.

They normally go out as a 4-piece band, comprising violin, recorder (or flute), double bass (or bass guitar) and piano-accordion. Of course, there will also be a caller w ... more

This very lively band offer traditional Ceilidh fun for your wedding, birthday or event. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Essex. With Fiddle, Whistle, Guitar, Piano, Bodhran (Irish drum), their own PA and wildly enthusiastic dance caller - they play for Irish Ceilidh, American Hoedown, background music, songs or a good old-fashioned mixture of the lot... you name it, they will turn your party into a PARTY!

Based on an Irish Ceilidh Band, this band can also include American, Scottish and English if desired. The band includes an Irish championship-winning accordionist, so naturally Irish tunes and songs feature large in their repertoire, alongside Scottish, American and English folk tunes selected for the traditional dances presented by their wonderful caller. So sit back and listen or get up and dance to some great music. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Essex. The caller will guide you through the dances and help make sure that everyon ... more

The SL Barn Dance and Ceilidh Band provide the perfect music for your whole event. Essex is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) . As well as great dance sets, aimed at everyone from complete beginners to old hands, they take great pleasure in making sure there's always something wonderful to listen to - from welcome music to as guests arrive, relaxing interval music while you eat your pudding, to something to send your guests away happy. The main event is, of course, the dancing! The band focus on one thing: everyone has a great time. To en ... more

This band play a mixture of traditional dance tunes from the British Isles and from other European countries, and thier own compositions. A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Essex really going. The HP Band is an established, very experienced barn dance/ ceilidh band .and their electro-acoustic line-up, with its emphasis on rhythm and melody, plays traditional dance tunes as well as more recently composed music.

Although specialising in weddings and private parties, the band regularly play for public dances and at clubs and festivals throughout th ... more

The KF ceilidh band has been bringing parties to life for more than 10 years with their exciting music and their professional touch. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Essex. Their basic line-up of accordion, violin, drums and bass is sometimes augmented by a mandolin or clarinet and the sound is vibrant and energetic. The band is flexible in its approach and will adapt to whatever is required at different venues for a variety of occasions. During breaks in the dancing the band will play well known folk tunes, and the dances can be the ... more

This band have been performing their own particular brand of traditional English, Irish and Scottish music for a while now. The current 5 piece + caller line-up seems to have got people talking about them and they have been very busy recently playing pubs, folk clubs, universities and private parties. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Essex.

Founder member, Joe (Guitar and Vocals), and long time members Steve (Bass) and Brendan (Bouzouki, Mandolin, Guitar) have now been joined by two outstanding instrumentalists. Sarah plays ... more

Looking for a barndance, square dance or ceilidh for your event? It's one of the best ways of involving everyone, young and old, in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. This barn dance band will make it easy, fun and memorable. Essex is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) . What's more, you can either leave the choice of music and dances entirely up to them, or you can tailor the whole evening to your particular requirements. They are a professional band, happy to travel anywhere in the UK to play for your ceilidh, square dance or barn dance. ... more

The HW Band are five musicians from the folk genre come together to form a traditional band with a new lift. A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Essex really going. The band line up is 4 musicians + caller and between them they play an impressive range of instruments including guitar, mandolin, whistle, recorder, banjo, melodeon, bodhran (drum), melodeon and auto harp - several members of the band are also good vocalists.

The (TDS) Ceilidh band has a mission to bring uplifting and exciting ceilidh dancing to any celebratory event. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Essex. Adam (Banjo/mandolin), Jerry (fiddle) and Adrian (guitar) have a wealth of experience between them playing the ceilidhs, folk clubs, sessions and festival stages of England, Ireland, Europe and further afield.

The band performs with the help of experienced callers who provide clearly lead and guided dances which all event goers can take part in and enjoy. Their music is mostly from ... more

This band specialises in performing traditional Irish music and songs of the highest standard. Their performances are built around powerful and expressive renditions of Irish and other folk songs delivered by Ruth, a talented young singer from Strabane. Ruth is supported by guitar, mandolin or banjo and fiddle. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Essex.

Their repertoire ranges from upbeat, foot stamping favourites to more atmospheric ballads and songs of lost love. These are supported by a range of exciting instrumental performances, ... more

Based on an Irish Ceilidh Band, they can also include American Bluegrass and Scottish if desired. The Ceili band have been entertaining people in and around London since the early 90s. They were first heard in the capital's thriving Irish pub circuit in venues such as The Swan at Stockwell, The Fiddlers Elbow and Biddy Mulligans as well as in live performances transmitted on BBC Radio. They now appear more often in larger venues, performing regularly in The National Theatre, The Royal Festival ... more

This troupe of traditional musicians, dynamic dancers and crazy callers determined to spread the word that the Hoe Down is a' happening. From Hoxton to Humberside, from Amnesty International to Bestival, the band are putting ceili back on the map - whether at sell out dances in London or the top summer festivals. A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Essex really going. This "Anarchic Hillbilly Barn Dancing Squad" will bring a rip-roaring, thigh-slapping, pavement-stomping, exhilarating, heart thumping, blood pumping barn dance creation to your event ... more

This Ceilidh Band has a line up of violin, accordion and guitar and their repertoire crosses many musical styles whilst maintaining a traditional sound.

In fact, they produce an amazingly full sound as three musicians. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Essex. The violin takes the lead whilst the accordionist's right keyboard plays chords and harmony parts. The accordionist's left hand buttons give a rich deep bass. The guitar blends with both instruments adding exciting and creative improvisations, plus the dynamic use of a midi i ... more

The TN Band is an increasingly popular barn dance and ceilidh band, which offers lively dance tunes which get your feet tapping from the moment they start playing. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Essex. Their experienced caller will lead you through the dances, with a style which engages with young and old. Their music is a well balanced mixture of traditional English, Irish, Scottish and American Old Time country dance tunes, some well known and others unique to the band.

Have you had enough of recorded music and the disco beat? Do you want to liven up your party with some live music? Then this band who play Irish traditional, Scottish traditional, Barn dance, etc.are the band for you. They play for all occasions; weddings, anniversaries, or any kind of party or Ceili, in fact any kind of occasion at all.

The normal line- up is a 3 piece band composed of fiddle, flute/ bagpipes, guitar plus a caller. However there is an option of an extra player on the bodhr ... more

The 3 piece band line-up shown here, only do Ceilidh. If you want covers as well, please ask about the larger 4 to 9 piece line ups.

The BK Ceilidh band bring you a new generation of Celtic music bursting with energy. Their burning grooves and rich melodies hit you hard and keep you dancing all night. They are fast becoming the must have feature of any celtic event. A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Essex really going. Renowned as a funky and exciting dance band with a wide range of influences, their young Scottish composer has taken the key e ... more

The DR Ceilidh band are renowned as a funky and exciting dance band with a wide range of influences. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Essex. Their young Scottish composer has taken the key elements of Scottish & Irish tradition and moulded a new fresh celtic blend - one which is irresistible to dance to.

This band offer a fresh and original take on traditional Celtic music.

This is just one line-up of the band, who offer a range of line-ups - from a traditional 3 piece ceilidh band up to a 9 piece combined ceilidh & covers ba ... more

The TL Ceilidh Band is highly professional and features musicians who have played from Cornwall to Shetland and from Sweden to Australia. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Essex. The TL Band's key to ceilidh/barn dance success is the ‘no pressure, it’s all about the fun’ approach taken by their caller, and the strong vocal line-up, supported by instrumentation on fiddles, bouzouki, mandolin, guitar, flutes, pipes & accordion upon line-up. This economical line- up - 3 piece including caller - is also available from 2 to 7 musicians to ... more

This band gives new life to old songs. With a repertoire based on four-part harmony interpretations of Celtic songs about one-horned cows, red-haired girls, hayropes and bogeymen, the five-strong group performs acappella and with Celtic harp. Essex is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) . The group sing in Irish and Scots Gaelic, French, Breton and other Celtic languages, and their arrangements range from beautiful and haunting songs to lively and surprising pieces. Since forming in 2007, the group has performed widely to enthusiastic audi ... more

The members of the AT Band have been playing ceilidh music for over 20 years in various bands. They are an upbeat yet groovy, fun ceilidh band with a very danceable and original sound. A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Essex really going. They blend original Celtic style tunes with bluesy/jazzy shades, creating an energetic Celtic groove.

This lively band are in great demand for weddings, parties, charity events, corporate entertainment and other functions requiring that little bit of extra in entertainment value & they can, on occasion, offfer a Disco option. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Essex. The band pride themselves on a professional approach to all situation and importantly, a strong sense of FUN!

The band works with a team of experienced and sympathetic callers. Each has a special talent ranging from singing, recorder playing to humour and a dry wit. ... more

How much fun can you have with your boots on? The HD Band is one of the few outfits in the country that can supply live music for a full country hoedown and line dance experience. We have many years experience in providing music for a wide range of corporate and private functions.

So grab your Stetson, polish those rhinestones, and come on down for just the best party ever. The Band offers a unique combination of classic country rock, country and new country songs as well as playing hoedown ... more

The CM Ceilidh band is a group of the most talented and vibrant young musicians and is available to play Irish and Scottish traditional music for any event, from céilídh dancing and private events, to corporate functions. Essex is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) . The five piece line-up comprises of guitar/bass, fiddle, accordion, flute , fiddle and caller. The band have performed on many occasions for example at the Irish Embassy in London and for Tourism Ireland. They are well organsied and professional in their approach. They m ... more

The AQ Band are an experienced and fun ceilidh band. Between them they have played at venues from the Albert Hall to the village hall both at home and abroad. Events include
Scottish - Marriott Grosvenor Square Burns Night, St Georges Hill Tennis Club Burns Night, British Chamber of Commerce Latvia Burns Night
Irish - Box Hill School St Patricks Night, Trafalgar Square Irish Festival stage
General - Glastonbury, Brighton Festival, Cite de la Musique Paris, Celebrity Weddings, Folk Prom Alber ... more

Covering English, Scottish, Irish Ceilidh & Barn Dance, the RG band are a unique “not-so-traditional” Barn Dance Band. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Essex. Merging traditional folk music with modern rock, they bring barn dancing to the 21st century. They play traditional tunes but use modern instruments to give the music a strong beat to help get you up and dancing. Planning a Wedding, Birthday Party or Fund Raiser? Why not try a Barn Dance or Ceilidh?

The band use top-flight callers with the basic aim of making mixed age famil ... more

The BM Band usually perform as a 3 piece band plus caller. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Essex. They play a wide range of traditional folk music from around the British Isles, with some American tunes thrown in for good measure.

They can tailor their repertoire and dances to suit your requirements and will endeavour to include any requested tunes to make your celebration extra special. They have their own PA equipment but can play acoustically if the situation dictates. Hirers are welcome to use the band's sound system to play ... more

The CX Ceilidh Band was formed in 2012 and has been delighting clients at weddings and private parties ever since. The full regular band consists of:
Fiddle; Whistles / pipes / saxophone; Electric guitar / mandolin; Acoustic Guitar; Accordion ;Caller. Essex is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) . The band can operate as anything from a two piece plus a caller up to the full band plus caller. They sometimes augment the band with drums and /or bass, and have a pool of excellent musicians who can step in if one of the regular musicians is no ... more

This band brings together some of the most skilled and experienced performers in their field to form a band guaranteeing top quality. Whether it's St.Patrick's, St. Andrew's, St. George's Day or Americana, the BS Band offer a full evening's entertainment of music for dancing or songs for listening or a mixture of both. A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Essex really going. Whatever the venue, at any time of year and anywhere in the world, be it indoors or outdoors, a private function, barn dance, ceilidh, concert or festival, this band will offer ... more

The band have been gigging regularly now for over 10 years and have a great local reputation for a barn storming night to remember.

With a mixture of different instruments they can provide the perfect setting for an energetic evening of dancing or quieter acoustic music to play in the background. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Essex. The UR Barn Dance Band play traditional tunes with a twist from all over the UK, with a focus on Scottish jigs and hornpipes.

The dances are simple, bouncy and quick to learn so you can get on ... more

The BK Band play energetic, toe-tapping, exciting traditional folk music. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Essex. Highly experienced and extremely versatile, the BK Band can perform anywhere from small, relaxed, acoustic sessions for intimate gatherings to lively party sets for large crowds. They'rean accomplished ceilidh band, or they also play as a 4 piece folk band for non-ceilidh events.

This is upbeat, foot-stomping traditional Ceilidh and dancing music from England, Ireland, Cornwall, Scotland, America and Eastern Europe. Th ... more

If you are looking for a Ceilidh Band to get your party, event or wedding going, then look no further! The EBD Band are known on the circuit for their lively shows, great musicianship and friendly attitude. Essex is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) . Their performance builds up from the moment they strike up playing Irish, Scottish, English and traditional music in their upbeat, lively way.

The caller, one of the most energetic around, will have everyone on their feet from the first dance onwards - the other band members have all pla ... more

The RJ Barndance Band play traditional Folk music for Barn Dances and Ceilidh, spanning all of the different flavours from the different corners of the British Isles. They play English, Irish, Scottish and American tunes, and can also offer an authentic Scottish ceilidh experience with full Highland dress. They play with the minimum of amplification and all instruments are acoustic. A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Essex really going. All the musicians are very experienced, and their caller will ensure that everyone has a good time!

Join this band for an evening of foot stomping jigs & reels, calming graceful aires and their own compositions. This four-piece band play a collection of plucked, strummed and bowed instruments, with strings, recorders, accordion, flute and drums: their drummer calls the dances. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Essex.

The band can bring quieter music to a wedding breakfast or dinner and an exciting fun packed ceilidh and barn dance to your event. The CM Ceilidh Band are available for weddings, celebrations, corporate and fundrais ... more

This is a lively folk rock, celtic, roots and ceilidh band, playing pubs, festivals and private parties across the UK. As a ceilidh band, they specialises in lively jigs and reels complete with a caller, interspersed with upbeat traditional folk music and contemporary, original material. Not your average, twee ceilidh band! Just take a listen. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Essex.

The CG Band play traditional Irish songs and music, plus some of the greats from the Pogues and Waterboys back-catalogues. Book them now for: Parties, weddings, St. Patrick’s week, pub gigs or any general celebration!! The band can vary in size between a trio and a five-piece, depending on what you need, and they usually play around 1hr 40mins of music, with a break in the middle. Essex is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) . Their repertoire includes some fifty or so songs and tunes, including favourites such as: ‘Dirty Old Town’, ‘Whiske ... more

The CB Ceilidh/ Barn Dance Band is normally a five-piece band with an occasional guest caller and/or additional musicians as and when required. Located close to the channel ports, and is ideal for bookings in Europe, having already played Germany, France and Luxembourg. A popular Ceilidh (pronounced kay-lee) or Barn Dance can include; Shannon Bells, The Bridge of Athlone, Drops of Brandy, Flying Scotsman, Gay Gordon's, Strip the Willow, Haste to the Wedding, The Dashing White Sergeant and many m ... more