Irish Ceilidh Bands: Oxfordshire - for your Event

The Band is an experienced barn dance / ceilidh band. The Band has a flexible line-up, drawn from the membership of top Festival dance band, The GS Ceilidh Band. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Oxfordshire.

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 cou ... 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. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Oxfordshire.

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

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. Oxfordshire is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) . 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.

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 Oxfordshire 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

Basically an English Barn Dance Band, the LY Band can also include American and Irish if desired.The Band are a bunch of brilliant musicians, three of whom have been playing and calling for barn dances for over 15 years. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Oxfordshire. With three out of the five having been classically trained, there's nothing folksy about this band; nor are they staid and stuffy.

A good time for all, especially the dancers is the name of the game, all done to an irresistible foot-tapping beat. It's worth coming along to ... more

Based on an English Barn Dance Band, this is a lively and enthusiastic band with over 20 years experience of running barn dances. When they're not playing for you, they're singing, playing and dancing to traditional music with their friends. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Oxfordshire.

Between them the band play an assortment of instruments; including piano, fiddle, melodeon and hammered dulcimer. Their caller will make sure that everything is clearly explained so that everyone can join in and have a good time. Whenever possible the ... more

This band offers you top-quality delivery of jigs, polkas, hornpipes and reels. Oxfordshire is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) . 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.

The SK Ceilidh Band are an experienced band with a large repertoire of traditional and modern dance music. A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Oxfordshire really going. If you're not into folk music, don't worry, as the band's varied musical arrangements and instrument line up (fiddle, mandolin, piano, electric / acoustic guitar and electric / acoustic bass) will provide you with something that you will identify with. For the the folk music aficionados there's tunes aplenty from all over, played with skill and verve. A Barn Dance (ceilidh) is great fun f ... more

A barn dance or ceilidh needs a good caller and appropriate live music. This band's caller, Irene, has a lifetime of experience in dancing and knows how to put over the fun elements of dancing. Her clear instruction makes everyone feel comfortable, from complete beginners to experts, both young and old. The band is made up from hand picked, very experienced, musicians, with a vast repertoire of tunes which are selected on the night (or afternoon) to suit the particular requirements of your even ... more

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. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Oxfordshire. 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 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. Oxfordshire is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) .

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

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 Oxfordshire. 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:-
Castles - ... 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 great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Oxfordshire. 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 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. Oxfordshire is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) . 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

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

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 !. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Oxfordshire. 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 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 Oxfordshire. 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

This band can offer Irish, Scottish, English, American Barn Dance & Ceilidh. Oxfordshire is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) . 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

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 Oxfordshire 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 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. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Oxfordshire.

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 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. Oxfordshire 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

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. A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Oxfordshire really going. 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. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Oxfordshire. 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. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Oxfordshire. 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

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 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 Oxfordshire 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 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 Oxfordshire. 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

Covering English, Scottish, Irish Ceilidh & Barn Dance, the RG band are a unique “not-so-traditional” Barn Dance Band. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Oxfordshire. 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 MW Ceilidh Band are happy to play for your wedding reception, party, celebration, barn dance, square dance, hoedown or ceilidh.

The band offers a mixture of traditional English, Irish, Scottish and American dance music suitable for a barn dance or ceilidh, played on fiddle and mandola or mandolin backed up by guitar and bodhran played by their usual caller. Oxfordshire is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) .

For an American square dance they can augment the band to a 4-piece band plus caller with a fiddle, 5 string banjo, mandolin and ... more

This lively band are a very popular and experienced Ceilidh / Barn Dance Band and are available for all events ranging from weddings, anniversary parties, fund raisers etc. A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Oxfordshire really going. Although specialising in English Ceilidh their extensive repertoire of English traditional tunes along with a good selection of Scottish, Irish, American and some European and modern compositions means that the band are able to undertake Burns Nights etc. The band consists of some of the finest Ceilidh musicians in the area. ... 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 Oxfordshire. 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 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. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Oxfordshire. 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

This band is a three piece outfit who can perform for a range of functions, including weddings, corporate hospitality, clubs, anniversaries etc. Oxfordshire 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 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 lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Oxfordshire really going. 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. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Oxfordshire. 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

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 Oxfordshire. 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

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. Oxfordshire is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) .

Their charismatic caller, 'Miss Dixie', calls dances enjoyable for all ages and abilities, to ensure e ... 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+ . A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Oxfordshire really going.

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