Irish Ceilidh Bands in Retford for hire

Based on an Irish Session Band, they can also include American and English if desired. The band have gone through a number of line-up changes since its inception in 2005 with the current line-up having been together for two years. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Retford. Between them they play banjo, guitar, piano accordion, violin, mandolin, bodhran, penny whistle and keyboard with additional percussive input from cymbal and tambourine.

The band enjoys playing a mix of Irish, English and American folk songs and has earned a reputa ...show more

The TLD Band are an East Midlands based ceilidh band, playing in that area and surrounding counties. Instruments used include melodeon, fiddle, concertina, guitar, banjo, bass, mandolin and sometimes drums. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Retford. Their caller can generate a lively atmosphere within seconds and his approach to dancing is definitely to hit minimum anxiety for the dancers and to make it fun!

Nottinghamshire Fire Service, the RNIB, The United Nations Association have used the band regularly for their fundraising activ ...show more

This band plays lively folk music for English ceilidhs (also known as barn dances or English country dances), Scottish ceilidhs, Irish ceilis, and French and Swedish bals. Retford is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) . Combining traditional music with stomping rhythm, tight arrangements, singing and fun, they will infect all of your guests with an irresistible dancing itch! All dances are fully explained by a friendly, experienced caller, so no prior knowledge is required, you just have to be willing to get up and give it a try!

Although basically an Irish Ceilidh Band, the BS Band can also include American, Scottish and English if desired.The band play traditional music, mostly celtic style, for ceilidhs at weddings, parties, universities, schools, fund-raisers and gatherings of all sorts. A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Retford really going.

The band line-up includes flutes and recorder/ guitar/ fiddle, cittern and banjo and the dance caller and MC. A larger band can be offered with the addition of flute/ guitar/fiddle.

At their dances there are usually some pe ...show more

This band can perform as an all Scottish Ceilidh, Irish Ceili, English Barn Dance or a mixture of all. The MR Ceilidh/barn dance band is a lively band of three experienced musicians and a dance caller. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Retford. They play and sing music and songs from the English, Scottish and Irish traditions for dancing and listening to, at wedding receptions, birthday parties and corporate events. Line up consists of melodeon and fiddle, guitar and flute, and flute and whistle. They work with experienced dance caller ...show more

The BSP Band have been entertaining people in the Nottingham and East Midlands area for Weddings, Anniversaries, Birthdays, Fund Raising Events, Schools, Scouts, Village Fetes, Sports Club Socials, Corporate Events, Round Table, Rotary Club etc. etc. for many years. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Retford.

For ceilidhs they provide a range of dance tunes. Their caller chooses dances to suit the mood and experience of the dancers. He gives complete and clear instructions to everyone and attempts to make certain that everyone knows ...show more

This band have been playing for dances for many years. A professional trio, they take a pride in providing good quality entertainment at weddings and party dances for all ages. Retford is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) .

The band line-up includes melodeon, keyboard/guitar and bass/recorder. Their caller offers most popular dances including traditional classics such as The Virginia Reel, Cumberland Square Eight and Strip the Willow - good for beginners. She also calls American contras and sung squares - and novelty dances such as the ...show more

The RB Band are a folk trio playing Celtic music for ceilidhs and folk nights, St Patrick's and Burns Night. A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Retford really going. They can include songs for when your dancers need to get their breath back! The instruments that they play include bouzouki, fiddle, button accordion, guitar and flute.

The group perform a full show, which focuses on traditional Irish dance & music. A concert performance consists of several choreographed dance numbers to live music, interspersed with occasional songs, set dances, solo dances, mouth music, instrumental solos & arranged group pieces of music. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Retford.

The show is primarily aimed at festivals & theatres/arts centres and is subject to availability of the group members. Appearances include Broadstairs Folk Week (UK), Moor & Coast Festival (UK) a short t ...show more

The SH Duo is an Irish music duo playing at weddings, house parties, pubs, clubs and music festivals, in fact anywhere where live Irish music is appreciated. The Duo are accomplished musicians with a real feel for folk and Irish music. Steve plays the fiddle whilst Alan is the main vocalist and also plays the guitar.

This family based ceilidh band are from East Yorkshire, and are available for hire at folk festivals, wedding receptions, parties, fund-raisers, and corporate events. Retford is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) . They are a talented trio of musicians, who have been performing together for over 20 years.

Their extensive repertoire covers the United Kingdom and beyond, including Scottish, Irish, English Folk, Country and traditional music to name but a few.

Whether they perform theatre, outdoor concerts or private engagements the MM Folk Band never fail to to captivate their audience. They can take you from having a tear in your eye to dancing a jig to crying with laughter in a matter of moments. A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Retford really going.

After appearing at the Gold Cup Festival Cheltenham management were so impressed with their live performance they commissioned them to record an album (The Cheltenham Experience). This venture was so successful they asked them to produce a further alb ...show more

A ceilidh without borders! This band mix Irish with a splash of American, Scottish, even Balkan, and a few surprises - in a 5 piece band that likes to put on a show with some great accessible ceilidh dances. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Retford. Irish jigs, red hot fiddle tunes and the odd modern song thrown in. You might find yourself waltzing to “Perfect Day” or “Que Sera”, stripping the willow to classic Irish, or tango to “Sway”. Fiddle, accordion, guitar/banjo, drums, bass and vocals and a caller with humour and patience. The ...show 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. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Retford. 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 RT Band are an experienced ceilidh band who play venues throughout the North West of England. They play at folk festivals, parties, wedding receptions and other events. Retford is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) .

As you are probably aware, the great advantage of folk dance for a party (or any other event) is that your guests need not know anything at all about folk dancing as the whole thing is explained by the caller and walked through once or twice beforehand.

The line up for this band consists of melodeon, fiddle, guitar, b ...show more

The CF Band are a musically diverse 5 piece band who are gate-crashing the folk scene with a lively blend of traditional Irish, drinking songs, 3 part harmony and instrumentals. A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in Retford really going. All the members are professional musicians active in many genres of the music industry performing in Classical orchestras to Jazz and World music groups. They all share a passion for Folk and Celtic music and formed the band in 2009 as an outlet for the music. Line-up includes Ange -Whistles / Vocals, Dave - Guitar / V ...show more

The BB Band are a professional four piece Irish and Ceili Band, who play a fantastic and lively range of real Traditional and Contemporary Irish music, songs and tunes, as well as Celtic rock and Country rock & roll. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Retford. They are all professional musicians who came together from academic, formal, semi-pro and session music backgrounds, to form one of the most vibrant and lively bands on the Irish music scene today.

The BB Band are a professional four piece Irish Band offering a fantastic and lively range of Irish music. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Retford. They came together about 10 years ago to form one of the most vibrant and lively bands on the Irish music scene today.

They specialise in Ceilidhs and can offer all types of Ceilidh, whether you want to have an Irish, Scottish or English flavour!

They come equipped and ready to play at all types of music venues from small to very large, e.g. Festivals, Pubs, Clubs, Corporate Event ...show more

An all Irish 4 piece Session Band, with 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. Retford 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 a lineup option of a ...show more

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

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

An all Irish 3 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. (NOTE: This is not their Irish Ceilidh Band lineup in which they have a caller). The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Retford. This is the 3 piece line up, usually comprising fiddle, guitar, bodhran/vocals, but they also have a lineup option of ...show more

The (TDS) Ceilidh band has a mission to bring uplifting and exciting ceilidh dancing to any celebratory event. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to Retford. 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 ...show more

This is a troupe of traditional musicians, dynamic dancers and crazy callers determined to spread the word that the Hoe Down is a-happenin'! From Hoxton to Humberside, from Amnesty International to Bestival, the band are putting ceili back on the map. Retford is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) . . This "Anarchic Hillbilly Barn Dancing Squad" will bring a rip-roaring, thigh-slapping, pavement-stomping, exhilarating, heart-thumping, blood-pumping barn dance to your event. While the banjo and the fiddle set the tone, the callers instruct the ...show 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 Retford really going. The band can include a caller if needed, making this band ideal for ceilidhs!

The SN Ceilidh Band play traditional UK, Irish, Scottish Yiddish, European, Medieval and US dance music. They have 24 years of experience playing for ceilidhs, weddings, medieval banquets, parties, festivals, PTAs, Twinning Associations etc. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around Retford. Band line-up consists of two violins, guitar, bass and caller.

Whatever your event, this band will play traditional music to get your feet tapping!

The band is a 3 piece band with a caller for a Ceilidh evening with dances and well known songs from England, Scotland, Ireland and America.

The band offer a variety of line-ups (depending on availablility), but they can offer scottish pipes as the lead instrument

The Band's venue and client list is extensive and includes BBC Pebble Mill, Elstree Film Studios, NEC Birmingham, Blackpool Pleasure Beach, I.B.M. , Kraft Jacobs Suchard, Jaguar, Halifax Building Society and a host of others.