Scottish Ceilidh Bands: Sussex - for your Event

This is a vibrant eight piece band, providing a variety of music for social dance and listening. A great Scottish Ceilidh Band for a wedding, Burns Night, or party in Sussex. They are guaranteed to get your foot tapping! They play a lot of good tunes, some that are rarely heard in dance bands, plus some fresh arrangements of tried and trusted standards

The band comprises Fiddles, Melodeons, Flute and Whistles, Acoustic Double Bass, Percussion, Mandolins and Guitars.
They work with some entertaining "Callers" and they also have some fine singers!

The Band have played together since the early 1990s, bringing together their experience of all kinds of folk, dance and related music to barn dances. Sussex will ring to the traditional music of this Scottish Ceilidh Band. Their instrumental line up is:- accordion, concertina, fiddle, guitar and the band includes a caller.

The band has played in every kind of venue,- from windswept fields and dusty barns, to zoos, faded hydro hotels and elaborate marquees- and for every occasion, including birthday and wedding parties, PTA and works outings, street parties and ... more

The BC Band is a professional, high energy ceilidh band who'll sweep you and your guests up in our enthusiasm and joie de vivre; making sure that you can relax at your wedding or party safe in the knowledge that they'll look after everyone whether experienced or novice dancers. A Scottish Ceilidh Band to create a real Scottish experience in Sussex. With a mix of dances and music from all over the UK and around the world, they mix firm favourites like The Dashing White Sergeant, Strip the Willow, Gay Gordons and Cumberland Square 8 (the one with the baskets) with mo ... more

Looking for a ceilidh or barn dance near Sussex? The musicians in the TS Band have been performing at barn dances for many years. A barn dance is, first and foremost, about having fun. Sussex is familiar territory for this Scottish Ceilidh Band . A good barn dance or ceilidh caller will have a repertoire of easy dances, and will provide clear instructions for the dancers. The aim is to provide a relaxed, lively social occasion. Good barn dances and ceilidhs have a natural 'social mixing' effect which works across all age ranges.


As with most ceilid ... more

An all Scottish / Celtic ceilidh band. The DB Ceilidh band are a lively, vibrant four-piece band playing acoustic celtic music. Instruments are fiddle, flute, whistles, accordion, guitar and bodhran. Called dances cater for all levels with an emphasis on fun. (Two left feet welcome!) They have a long history of music and friendship playing a variety of events. A great Scottish Ceilidh Band for a wedding, Burns Night, or party in Sussex. These have included traditional ceilidhs or concerts, for music festivals, fairs and private functions in and around the Sussex area.

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. Sussex will ring to the traditional music of this Scottish Ceilidh Band. 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

An all Scottish ceilidh band, the IS Ceilidh Band is very experienced in playing for a variety of events, including weddings, birthday parties, anniversaries, Burns Nights etc. Their line-up of accordion, fiddle, guitar and caller offers a truly authentic Scottish sound. A Scottish Ceilidh Band to create a real Scottish experience in Sussex.

The band's caller explains each dance at the outset. The caller will judge the mix of skills on the night, and tailor the initial instructions, and guidance once started, to suit - so no previous experience necessary. Abo ... more

The RR Band play a mix of traditional folk tunes and original compositions, collected from around the world.

Well known in the South of England, they have played at local festivals, regional ceilidhs and many smaller private events. Sussex is familiar territory for this Scottish Ceilidh Band .
With a solid driving rhythm section and vibrant melodies, The RR Band will give you a reason to dance!

The band line up includes accordion, fiddle, guitar, drums and caller.

The KF ceilidh band has been bringing parties to life for more than 10 years with their exciting music and their professional touch. A great Scottish Ceilidh Band for a wedding, Burns Night, or party in Sussex. 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

The SL Barn Dance and Ceilidh Band provide the perfect music for your whole event. Sussex will ring to the traditional music of this Scottish Ceilidh Band. 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

The FN Ceilidh/ Barn Dance Band has been entertaining since 1984. A Scottish Ceilidh Band to create a real Scottish experience in Sussex. They have high standards of musicianship - their lineup is the classic combination of accordion and fiddle - and always play a variety of tunes for each dance. They work with various callers and guarantee you’ll have a fun and varied evening of dancing that will be adapted according to the level of the dancers. They frequently play at folk dance clubs and can play any music that’s put in front of them. They look forward to making ... 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. Sussex is familiar territory for this Scottish Ceilidh Band . 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

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

The AT Barn Dance Band are a three piece band, consisting of 2 musicians playing fiddle and melodeon and the caller. They have been providing vibrant, exciting dance music for weddings, family parties and social events in and around Kent for over 20 years. Sussex will ring to the traditional music of this Scottish Ceilidh Band. They have all the expertise and experience to ensure that you and your guests have a highly enjoyable and memorable time. Small and tidy, they can fit into tight spaces but they make a lively fulsome sound. The emphasis during your event will ... 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. A Scottish Ceilidh Band to create a real Scottish experience in Sussex. 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

Covering English, Scottish, Irish Ceilidh & Barn Dance, the RG band are a unique “not-so-traditional” Barn Dance Band. Sussex is familiar territory for this Scottish Ceilidh Band . 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 RR Ceilidh / Barn Dance are a trad band in North London making weekly sorties into the surrounding area to provide music for ceilidhs and barndances. A great Scottish Ceilidh Band for a wedding, Burns Night, or party in Sussex. They play English, Scottish, Irish and North American tunes and they bring a caller to get everyone dancing. They have played everywhere from Waterloo Station to the farmyards of Buckinghamshire and Bedfordshire, and what they love most is to see a crowd of dancers with a smile on their faces and a spring in their step. As well as a three-piec ... more

The FD ceilidh band offers a 4 piece plus caller, flexible instrumental lineup. Sussex will ring to the traditional music of this Scottish Ceilidh Band. 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 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 Scottish Ceilidh Band to create a real Scottish experience in Sussex. Renowned as a funky and exciting dance band with a wide range of influences, their young Scottish composer has taken the key e ... 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

The DR Ceilidh band are renowned as a funky and exciting dance band with a wide range of influences. A great Scottish Ceilidh Band for a wedding, Burns Night, or party in Sussex. 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

With a ceilidh, you are guaranteed a traditional night of fun and excitement. This band's unique combination of traditional tunes and energetic rhythm section means there really is something for everyone. Sussex will ring to the traditional music of this Scottish Ceilidh Band. They will walk and talk you through all the steps so even first-timers will soon be dancing like professionals! The LCT Band are all professionally trained musicians, brought together by their love of Scottish traditional music and having a good time. They have a wealth of performing experienc ... 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 Scottish Ceilidh Band to create a real Scottish experience in Sussex. 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 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. Sussex is familiar territory for this Scottish Ceilidh Band . 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 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 great Scottish Ceilidh Band for a wedding, Burns Night, or party in Sussex.

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

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. Sussex will ring to the traditional music of this Scottish Ceilidh Band. 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

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 (TDS) Ceilidh band has a mission to bring uplifting and exciting ceilidh dancing to any celebratory event. Sussex is familiar territory for this Scottish Ceilidh Band . 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 Scottish Ceilidh Band for a wedding, Burns Night, or party in Sussex.

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

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. Sussex will ring to the traditional music of this Scottish Ceilidh Band.

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

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 Scottish Ceilidh Band to create a real Scottish experience in Sussex. 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 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. Sussex is familiar territory for this Scottish Ceilidh Band . 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

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 great Scottish Ceilidh Band for a wedding, Burns Night, or party in Sussex. 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

This all Scottish Ceilidh Band is an excellent band for a Scottish themed evening. Two of the group played in the band for the film Four Weddings & a Funeral; the band has played at the St Andrews Ball Hong Kong & Taiwan, They mostly play for Scottish Societies etc. so are really an excellent band for those who have done some Scottish dancing already. Sussex will ring to the traditional music of this Scottish Ceilidh Band. Line-up would be fiddle, keyboard with Midi bass, caller.

The CN Band offer a great option suitable for parties, Burns Nights, St Andrews Ball ... 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. A Scottish Ceilidh Band to create a real Scottish experience in Sussex. 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 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. Sussex is familiar territory for this Scottish Ceilidh Band . All the musicians are very experienced, and their caller will ensure that everyone has a good time!

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 Scottish Ceilidh Band for a wedding, Burns Night, or party in Sussex. 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.

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. Sussex will ring to the traditional music of this Scottish Ceilidh Band. A smaller (2 piece + caller) option is also available.

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

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. Sussex is familiar territory for this Scottish Ceilidh Band . 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