Ceilidh band
Nicolson Ceilidh Band
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About Nicolson Ceilidh Band
Traditional tunes & covers from Oban, Scotland. Available for hire across Argyll and beyond.
Ceilidh band
Oban
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Nicolson Ceilidh Band's Prices
Last updated: 2026
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Packages
Trio3 musicians3 hours
Core band trio of traditional ceilidh tunes & covers. PA and all equipment supplied. 3 hour set with 15 minute break. We arrive 1 hour prior to setup and 30 minutes to pack down after performance.
£450
Customer questions
Can you perform covers?
Yes, no problem. We have a range of modern covers we're happy to perform in addition to the traditional Ceilidh music.
Do you have different line-up options?
Yes, we perform with drummers, accordion and fiddle players for larger events such as weddings. We have an "electric" setup if you would like a rockier guitar/bass/drums setup for covers on top of a traditional ceilidh set.
What if my timings change after I've booked you?
We are happy to be flexible - just give us as much notice as you can!
Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?
Yes, we allow bluetooth and aux/headphone cable options through our PA system. We are not DJ's, this is mainly fore before our performance, during our break, and after our performance - this can run longer into the night as an add-on price.
How much time do you need to set up?
We give ourselves 1 hour prior to performance time to get loaded in, setup and sound-checked. Packing down is much quicker and tends to average around 30 minutes.
Do you provide a caller?
Yes - we have a fantastic caller who explains the dances clearly and in a fun way.
Can I pick the songs you play from the set list?
We provide our own tailored setlist for events, but it's not unusual for us to take requests on the night. If there is a special song or occasion you have planned, feel free to get in touch prior if you need us to learn a song for something like the first dance.
Is all of the equipment (e.g. PA) included in your quote?
Yes, we provide our own PA system for every event, unless one is setup at the venue already.
Can you learn song requests before the event?
Of course - please get in touch prior to the event with requests and we will make sure it's gig-ready for the day.
Musicianship
Genres:
Ceilidh, Bluegrass, Traditional Scottish folk, Traditional Irish folk, Country, Pop, Covers, Acoustic, Rock
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Event types:
Wedding, Bar / Club / Venue event, Hotel / Restaurant event, Private event, Concert, Recording session, Burns night, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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