Ceilidh Caller
Sheila Thackwray
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About Sheila
Sheila's Reels Ceilidh Band offer a great evening of dancing for all abilities. 2-4 musicians plus caller, according to the event/venue.
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Ceilidh Caller
Hereford
Sheila
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4 years ago, for a Charity event in Peterstow
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Sheila's Song list
Dashing White Sargeant
Strip the Willow
Canadian Barn Dance
Galopede
Jacks the Lad
Sire Roger de Coverley
Bridge of Athlone
Wee Willie
Comin' Round the Mountain
I Want to be near you
Cumberland Square
Clopton Bridge
Waves of Tory
Bottoms Up
Blaydon Races
Chanctonbury Ring
Rosa
Crown Jubilee
Thread the Needle
Wring out the Dishrag
Nottingham Swing
Auld Lang Syne
Fields of Athenry
Live not where I Love
The Bonny Labouring Boy
Skye Boat Song
Bridges of the Tyne
Caledonia
..... and MANY more folk songs and dances
Customer questions
What if my timings change after I've booked you?
This isn't usually a problem - we try to be as flexible as possible to make sure you have a great event, and will always try to fit in with your timings.
Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?
We have the facility for you to attach your iPod/phone to our PA so that you can have your own playlist between sets, and don't charge for this. We'd be happy to discuss using our PA after the ceilidh, with a negotiable fee.
How much time do you need to set up?
This generally takes between 45-60 minutes and we would have a brief sound check before starting to play. We are happy to play recorded folk music prior to the dancing, should you wish.
Can I pick the pieces you play from the set list?
We are always happy to include dances you know, and can usually find a suitable tune! If there is something you would particularly like to include it's worth letting us know in advance. We have a lot of experience in arranging the dances so that those who are new to ceilidhs can learn the basic moves and find it easy to join in and have fun.
Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?
Yes - we have our own instruments and PA. We have played many gigs with very little amplification and can adjust to most settings.
Can you learn specific pieces before the event?
We do have a very wide repertoire of ceilidh dances, and can also offer some vocals between dances. If there is something special you would like included we will do our very best and will let you know if there are any additional costs for rehearsals etc.
What do your clients love most about your performances?
We are very responsive to our audiences whether they are new to ceilidh or experienced dances, and offer a very "inclusive" event.
Which venues have you performed at in the past?
There is a long list of village halls, town halls, pubs, churches around Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Gloucestershire, along with most of the popular wedding venues in the area!
Which artists have you been most influenced by?
Traditional community folk dance bands
What is the most high profile gig you've performed?
Fund raising event for our local Community Arts Centre recently. We're not really a "high profile" band (though we'd be happy to play at festivals if we were asked, we have concentrated on private celebrations and community events)
Musicianship
Genres:
Folk, Ceillidh, Traditional English folk, Traditional Scottish folk, 1940s era music, Traditional Irish folk, Originals, Easy listening, Classical, Musical theatre, Christmas, Traditional church music, Contemporary Christian
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Event types:
Private event, Wedding, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Burns night, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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Other skills:
Composer, Arranger, Songwriter, MC, Fluent sight-reader
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