Irish Ceilidh Bands: Gloucestershire - for your Event

This group are a barn dance/Ceilidh band providing live music in a lively and exciting style. The band has been in existence for over 25 years, under the leadership of Tony. Whilst the line-up has been 'liquid', the core of Tony and Hamish has remained constant. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Gloucestershire. Their music covers English, Irish, Scottish and American country dance tunes, as well as European tunes.

The band have played in a variety of venues ranging from village halls to castles.

Some of the venues include:-
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This band offers you top-quality delivery of jigs, polkas, hornpipes and reels. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Gloucestershire. These musicians present a sizzling synthesis of exciting tunes, mixed in with original renditions of all your favourite Irish songs.

Look out for chunky guitar, mouth-watering melodeon and feisty fiddle, tight-knit together to create a head-turning sound - with vocals to match. A 4 piece band is also available.

Previous clients include Ikea, RAF, Holiday Inn and many others.

This band is a three piece outfit who can perform for a range of functions, including weddings, corporate hospitality, clubs, anniversaries etc. Gloucestershire is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) . Between them they play an impressive array of acoustic instruments including fiddle, mandolin, banjo, button accordion, guitar, double bass, bass guitar, flute, bodhran, bouzouki and vocals!

The band believe it to be really important to give a quality service to match the customer's specification. If there is a "special" tune wanted, then the band ... more

The TD ceilidh band members have built a solid reputation as a professional band that has the flexibility to adapt its repertoire to suit different age groups, events and venues.

A typical ceilidh/barn dance with the TD band would be an evening (around three and a half hours) which begins with a few easier dances as we create an opportunity for everyone to get involved. A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Gloucestershire really going. With each dance, they will talk/walk you through the steps before the dance begins and, even once the music gets under way, ... more

This band can cater for Barn Dances & Ceilidhs, or provide foot-stomping musical entertainment for parties & weddings, pubs & social clubs, folk clubs, banquets, Irish & Scottish theme parties etc. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Gloucestershire. Barn dances & ceilidhs with the LR Band are strictly for fun & for those who don’t want to take it all too seriously! No previous experience is required as they have an excellent caller & none of the dances are too complicated. The caller does a thorough explanation & practice walk-through for you b ... more

The Band is an experienced barn dance and ceilidh band. The Band has a flexible line-up, drawn from the membership of top Festival dance band, The GS Ceilidh Band. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Gloucestershire.

The five-piece line-up (The GS Ceilidh Band) is often too much for smaller local events where space for the band, time to set up, and perhaps money, are at a premium. The CS band offer a first class alternative. With just three of the musicians plus caller, and a small, quickly assembled PA system, they offer a great option and c ... more

The Band are in the front rank of the bands on the English Ceilidh scene. Evolving out of the country dances of the British Isles, Europe and America, the style of dancing is typified by its exuberance and their music has all the energy and style that it takes to fill a floor with hundreds of delighted - if somewhat sweaty - dancers. Gloucestershire is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) .

The Band are a favourite attraction at dance clubs and regularly bring their exciting music to major folk festivals including Sidmouth, Towersey, Warwick, Whit ... more

An experienced Ceilidh and Barndance band for gigs throughout the South and Southwest of England, The CW Ceilidh Band is a force to be reckoned with. A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Gloucestershire really going. Driving rhythms and solid musicianship provides a background to lively but accessible dancing. Their caller has experience of working with people of any level ensuring that anyone can have a go – even those who have never danced before! They will have you dancing Circassian Circle, Strip the Willow, Snowball, Dashing White Sergeant in the twin ... more

This band can offer Irish, Scottish, English, American, Scandinavian Barn Dance & Ceilidh plus Klezmer. The JF Band specialise in providing the perfect entertainment for functions such as weddings, parties, anniversaries, corporate functions and more. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Gloucestershire. They are flexible in catering for any specific requests such as specific dances and we are always happy to discuss your requirements.

The JF Band play music from a mixture of countries; mainly England, Scotland and Ireland but also some from Sw ... more

Based on a Scottish Ceilidh Band, they can also include American, Irish and English if desired. The SW Band are great entertainers playing infectious Celtic tunes and songs, treating every event as the party of the year. The band quoted here (3 piece plus caller) is just one line-up of their flexible 3 - 6 players band, to suit the customers budget. The more players, the bigger the sound. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Gloucestershire.

Their charismatic caller, 'Miss Dixie', calls dances enjoyable for all ages and abilities, to ensure e ... more

This is the 3 piece including caller lineup of Ringerike (4 & 5 piece available). They play a huge range of folk music for both listening and dancing to. They are no ordinary folk band. As classically trained musicians, they "put the music" into folk. Gloucestershire is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) . With such a wide repertoire they can put on specific Irish, or Scottish events, or play a wide range of national and international music.

You define the style of event you want - folk music ranges from some of the most moving and lyrical music ... more

An all Irish Session Band, in its smaller 3 piece line up, this experienced band capture the dynamic flow that is the essence of traditional Irish folk music as you might hear in a traditional pub session. A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Gloucestershire really going. The fiddler has performed with Irish dance teams at the Sidmouth and Monaco folk festivals, but the band are equally at home playing for weddings and parties.

An all Irish Ceilidh Band, this experienced band capture the dynamic flow that is the essence of traditional Irish music and dance. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Gloucestershire. The fiddler has performed with Irish dance teams at the Sidmouth and Monaco folk festivals, but the band are equally at home playing for weddings and parties, with the caller guiding even the most inexperienced dancers through Ceilidh dances that everyone can enjoy, from small children to great grandparents. If your party includes any experience step dancers, we wo ... more

The CW Band usually comprises Maggie, David and Jenny, playing fiddle, accordion, keyboard and recorder, but they can provide more or less musicians as required. They have over 70 years experience of music making between them, and a similar time spent on the dance floor learning to appreciate good dance sound. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Gloucestershire. The band play for ceilidhs, hoe-downs and barn dances at weddings, parties and clubs throughout the Midlands.

They play regularly at the country's top folk dance clubs and festivals, i ... more

With exciting fiddle music and skillful rhythmic guitar work, this three-piece band (2 instrumentalists plus caller) will also do a few songs between the dances whilst the dancers get their breath back !. Gloucestershire is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) . Complete with caller this is a compact band ideal for an event where space of the size of the event is a consideration. Line up consists of fiddle, guitar + caller.

The DR Folk Band play at a wide variety of events, and play beautiful music to suit the occasion. This could be gentle harp and flute music from Wales or Ireland, or lively jigs and reels from Scotland, USA and elsewhere played on fiddle, flute, guitar and bass. A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Gloucestershire really going. They sing a selection of melodious folk songs, accompanied by flute, harp or guitar.

The DR Band play at the top folk festivals – Sidmouth, Whitby, Broadstairs year after year, and for several ‘Playford (Jane Eyre type) Balls’ e.g Ca ... more

This exciting band can offer a unique blend of: hot, spicy dance music from the swamps of Louisiana; exciting Appalachian fiddle; fifties, sixties and seventies rock; wild Irish jigs n reels; sexy, raunchy vocals (in French and English) and much more. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Gloucestershire. The band are all experienced musicians, having played with various other bands over the years - but this is different!! Serious musicians with a great sense of fun!! This is the 3 piece band + caller, but the band offer anthing from : 3 piece: Dic ... more

This band can offer Irish, Scottish, English, American Barn Dance & Ceilidh. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Gloucestershire. Ceilidhs and barn dances are a great excuses to share some powerful, exciting music with your friends and enjoy a fun-filled time on the dance floor! You really don't need any experience - this band's caller will simply teach you all you need to know. It's the ideal entertainment for parties and weddings - getting everyone involved.

The CZ Band is a 2-piece barn dance and ceilidh band, playing accordion, keyboard ... more

This is an experienced band who have been playing together for a variety of functions for a number of years. The basic line-up is fiddle, melodeon, guitar, bass guitar or drums and caller. Gloucestershire is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) . They often play for dance groups Appalachian included) and as a result their music is guaranteed to make you "lift them legs".

The aim of the STC band is to make sure that everyone has a good evening. Their caller is very experienced and will give very simple instructions just before and during each ac ... more

The BD Band was formed in 2005 with the aim of providing exciting and high quality music for ceilidhs, dances and other special occasions. A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Gloucestershire really going. The players are all talented and experienced professionals who can perform a wide variety of entertaining folk music. This includes all the favourite Irish, Scottish and English sets, along with French dances, East European tunes, original music written by Gerry, andsome great vocals.

The band line-up consists of accordion, fiddle guitar and bodhran/ p ... more

This band play a broad range of British traditional tunes as well as some from, Europe, the USA and Israel. The band works with excellent callers and is noted for its lively and energetic style. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Gloucestershire. This band has a multi-instrument line-up utilising accordion, harp, fiddle, bass, mandolin, guitar and hammered dulcimer.

The band play regularly for weddings, parties and corporate events.

This lively band can provide a range of suitable music for your function - from mellow background music to a full Ceilidh or Barn dance with a caller suited to your needs. Recent bookings include Weddings (both services and receptions) corporate functions, Birthday parties, village Do's, Fundraising events and even a couple of Funerals! Line up includes fiddle/viola, guitar/Bouzouki/bass pedals, drums/percussion. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Gloucestershire.

This band are committed to the preservation of traditional music, offering a mixture of English, Irish and Scottish tunes and dances, with rock and jazz (nice) rhythms. They play festivals, fetes, private parties, weddings etc and include caller and PA system. Gloucestershire is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) . If you are thinking of organising an event and want to have a really (really) good time then this band could be right for you. Instrument line- up is fiddle, accordion, guitar and caller

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 lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Gloucestershire really going.

Based on an Irish Ceilidh Band, they can also include Scottish, English and Irish music if desired. The Band have been playing in and around the Midlands since 1979, so their music is spot on for dancing. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Gloucestershire.

The usual format is based around Roger's driving accordion - which is usually accompanied by guitar and fiddle. However a banjo player is sometimes available if required, especially if the night is crying out for an Irish Ceili 'flavour',with some of the well-known songs for good measure ... more

An all Irish Ceilidh Band. The DL Ceilidh Band are a traditional Irish music band for Irish nights, ceilidhs, folk clubs and weddings. They specialise in providing music and entertainment for Irish weddings, birthday parties and Irish nights, providing lively songs, exciting jigs and reels and the option of a dance caller if you want to do some ceilidh dancing. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Gloucestershire.

The band members are all highly experienced singers and multi-instrumentalists and they have a top quality sound system.

An all Irish 4 piece Session Band. The DL Session Band are a traditional Irish music band for Irish nights, ceilidhs, folk clubs and weddings. They specialise in providing music and entertainment for Irish weddings, birthday parties and Irish nights, providing lively songs, exciting jigs and reels. Gloucestershire is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) . (NOTE: This is not their Irish Ceilidh Band lineup in which they have a caller). This is the 4 piece line up, usually comprising fiddle, button accordion, guitar, bodhran/vocals, but they also have ... more

Covering English, Scottish, Irish Ceilidh & Barn Dance, the RG band are a unique “not-so-traditional” Barn Dance Band. A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Gloucestershire really going. 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

This ceilidh band have experience in entertaining at all types of function - club/works socials, wedding receptions, fund raisers etc. and have played in venues both small and large - village halls with under a 100 guests to the Bournemouth International Centre for 2,000+ . The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Gloucestershire.

The band's line-up is Mike on accordion, John on acoustic guitar, and Luke on percussion, plus their caller.

If you want a fun evening that all will enjoy, then a barn dance is a great way to provide it. This band's c ... more

The KC Irish Ceilidh Band is a high-energy group of experienced and talented musicians. The band plays a mixture of contemporary and traditional Irish music in a unique and lively style. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Gloucestershire. All band members have experience of many types of events and venues ranging from pubs and small family parties to international festivals and TV/Radio appearances.

The band's repertoire is generally traditional Irish songs and tunes played by the likes of the Dubliners, Fureys and Clancy Brothers, as well a ... more

THe KC Irish Ceilidh Band is a high-energy group of experienced and talented musicians. The band plays a mixture of contemporary and traditional Irish music in a unique and lively style. Gloucestershire is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) . All band members have experience of many types of events and venues ranging from pubs and small family parties to international festivals and TV/Radio appearances. The band includes a caller experienced at encouraging everyone to join in the dancing.

The band's repertoire is generally traditional Irish songs ... 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 UR Ceilidh & Barn Dance Band play exciting toe-tapping folk on traditional instruments - and their caller, will have everyone dancing the night away. They love what they do and come with all their own equipment - no event is too small or too big for them. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Gloucestershire. You will find them enthusiastic, friendly, and above all, sensitive to your particular requirements. The band line up includes a fantastic fiddler, a magnificent mandolinist and a stompbox-playing guitarist, The band can provide the use ... more

The FD ceilidh band offers a 4 piece plus caller, flexible instrumental lineup. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Gloucestershire. They bring their own energetic, innovative style to folk music and dance, making for a unique ceilidh experience! Over the last two years they have played in countless sessions and ceilidhs with the society, learning new tunes together and arranging sets in original ways. Now playing as a standalone band, they continue to build on that background, creating more personalised sets and arrangements, and making each p ... more

The SM Ceilidh Band are a versatile combination of vocalists and musicians who draw from the huge repertoire of popular folk music from the UK as well as other countries.

They are very experienced at providing tunes for barn dances, as well as St Patrick's night, Burn's night and any other similar event requiring authentic music played with verve. Gloucestershire is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) .

For Dances, They will usually work with a 'Caller' who will guide the audience through the steps before, and during, each dance. They play reg ... more

The TB are a lively wedding & events ceilidh/barndance band. A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Gloucestershire really going. Their musical genres range from traditional Irish, Scottish & English music; to popular Americana and modern Folk; plus re-imagined 'Live Lounge' style chart hits. The band consists of: Mandolin, Accordion, Guitar & Vocals; Acoustic/Electric Guitar, Vocals & Cajon Drum; Fiddle & Vocals. For larger events (especially weddings and festivals) they have a network of musicians, singers and callers who can add to their sound.
Their sets ar ... more

The TB are a lively wedding & events folk band. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Gloucestershire. Their musical genres range from traditional Irish, Scottish & English music; to popular Americana and modern Folk; plus re-imagined 'Live Lounge' style chart hits. The band consists of: Mandolin, Accordion, Guitar & Vocals; Acoustic/Electric Guitar, Vocals & Cajon Drum; Fiddle & Vocals. For larger events (especially weddings and festivals) they have a network of musicians, singers and callers who can add to their sound.
Their sets are carefully t ... more

The SB Ceilidh Band is a lively Irish folk band playing a mixture of traditional Irish and Scottish tunes and folk songs bought together with their own style, bounciness and ideas; along with some shanties for good measure and party 'classics' from Proclaimers and Rembrants, to The Beatles and Bryan Adams. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Gloucestershire.
The usual line up is guitar, fiddle and bass (plus caller) , but they also have on hand some of the best stand in musicians who can add accordion, penny whistle or even saxophone. Perfect fo ... 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. Gloucestershire is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) . 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

A lively Band for Weddings, Birthday Parties, Festivals and Corporate Events. If you like Traditional Irish Music then you will love The HM Irish Folk Band. Their set list includes Irish Songs, Ballads, Reels, Jigs, Polkas and Waltzes. A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Gloucestershire really going.