Irish Ceilidh Bands: the South West - for your Event
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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 the South West. 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

This band play music for all kinds of Ceilidhs and Barn Dances. Venues played last year include an American Indian tepee, an Asian Indian tent, sailing clubs, hotels, barns and even a coastal fort which had to be accessed through its gun ports!. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to the South West.
The current line up of musicians backs the caller with dance music on guitar, banjo, violin, mandolin, melodeon and percussion. They can also provide musical entertainment between dances with a variety of tunes and songs.
The band will have a gr ... more

The NC Ceilidh Band is a three piece band from Cornwall. They play a variety of instruments but find that the guitar, tenor banjo and flute give them the bass rhythm, middle range and melody lead that drives the music for Barn Dances. the South West is within this band’s local area for Irish Ceilidh (ceili) . This band are great for accomplished dancers or absolute beginners alike.
To give people a chance to catch their breath the NC Ceilidh Band normally mix in a few instrumental sets amongst the dances. They are a family outfit and have been doing this kind of thi ... more

Funky, Friendly and Fabulous! "I danced my socks off", "Loved the music!" just two quotes from very satisfied customers. Calico is the ideal choice for fun and entertainment. A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in the South West really going. Their friendly and encouraging caller caters for all ages and abilities, leading you easily through the moves. The band is 'top class', not just a backing band, but one allowing everyone to dance to rocking jigs and reels. The musicians' backgrounds in Irish traditional music, bluegrass and jazz improvisation create an exc ... more

The musicians that make up the AF Ceilidh Band have been plying their trade throughout Devon for over twenty years and played at hundreds of weddings, parties, barn dances, festivals and celebrations of every kind. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around the South West. Whether it's Irish, Scottish or English music, the band have a set that no party can resist. Along with the best callers in the South West, a barn dance with this band makes for a truly special occasion.

Based on an Irish Ceilidh Band, this band can also include Scottish and English if desired. The BJ Ceilidh Band are an experienced, quality 3-piece ceilidh/dance band. They play mostly Irish tunes, some English & Scottish, and the odd European tune, like Troyka, that people love!. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to the South West.
Their excellent caller, Kip, is relaxed and clear. From novice dancers to the more experienced, children to the silver-haired, they can guarantee you'll have a great time!

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 including caller) is just one line-up of their flexible band. the South West 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 everyone has a fun time, even those with 2 left feet!
Weddings, Burns Night ... 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. Driving rhythms and solid musicianship provides a background to lively but accessible dancing. A lively band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) , to get a party in the South West really going. 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 twinkli ... more

This band can offer all English Barn Dance, or Scottish Ceilidh, or Irish Ceilidh, or a misture also includng European music. Theirs is a mix of traditional British Folk Music with a modern dynamic, driving rhythm is ideally suited to Ceilidh dancing and Barn Dances. The band perform Irish Ceilidh (ceili) for weddings in and around the South West. The musicians Lynn , John and Mel have a history of playing in Ceilidh Bands in one form or another in the South East and South West. They have their own Resident Caller Debs , and their Sound and Lighting Engineer Mark, is well ... 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. A great band for an Irish Ceilidh (ceili) on St Patrick's Day’s, or just to bring the flavour of Ireland to the South West. 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