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The Rock Ceilidh Band
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About The Rock Ceilidh Band
What happens when you bring together four insanely-talented musicians from different genres? You get the Rock Ceilidh Band!
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The Rock Ceilidh Band
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The Rock Ceilidh Band's Reviews
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1 year ago, for a Charity event in 34 W Main St
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1 year ago, for a Private event in Kinghorn Church Hall
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25 gigs
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The Rock Ceilidh Band's Song list
Scottish Ceilidh Dances
Britannia Two-Step
Canadian Barn Dance
Circassian Circle
Cumberland Square Eight
Dashing White Sergeant
Eightsome Reel
Flying Scotsman
Gay Gordons
Highland Schottische
Hooligans Jig
Military Two-Step
Riverside Jig
Sausage Machine
St Bernards Waltz
Strip the Willow
Swedish Masquerade
Troika
Virginia Reel
Waltz
Irish Ceili Dances
Waves of Tory
Walls of Limerick
Siege of Ennis
Pride of Erin Waltz
The Rock Ceilidh Band's Prices
Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.
Standard Prices
4 musicians
Performance duration | Price | |
Up to 1 hour | £1000 | |
Up to 2 hours | £1000 | |
Up to 3 hours | £1125 |
Customer questions
What do your clients love most about your performances?
Our clients love the 'rock' elements to our ceilidhs which are a lovely unexpected surprise for them. In addition, they enjoy that our dances are very easy so that anyone can do them. In addition our guests love the banter we use when giving instructions.
Which venues have you performed at in the past?
Previously played for Lorraine Kelly, STV Five Live,
Venues include:
Melville Castle
Balmoral Hotel
George Hotel,
Surgeons Hall
College of Physicians
Glasshouse
Redford Barracks
Marine Hotel, North Berwick
Dunglass Estate
Dalhousie Castle
Black Watch Museum, Balhousie Castle, Perth
Tullibole Castle
Sherbrooke Castle Hotel
Burgh Halls, Linlith
Which artists have you been most influenced by?
ACDC, Motorhead, White Stripes, Eric Clapton, Runrig, Skipinnish, Skerryvore, Capercaillie.
What is the most high profile gig you've performed?
STV on St Andrews Day
Can you perform covers?
We do not perform covers but we do bring disco with us as standard to ensure we can cater to all and every request.
Do you have different line-up options?
Yes, our standard line up is a 4-piece 'rock ceilidh' band comprising of fiddle/caller, electric guitar, bass guitar and drums.
Our 3-piece 'rock ceilidh' band consists of fiddle/caller, electric guitar and drums.
Our 2-piece 'traditional' ceilidh band consists of fiddle/caller/stompbox + guitar,
and solo fiddle.
What if my timings change after I've booked you?
We always try our best to be flexible to help ensure your event runs as smoothly as possible. If timings change slightly in the run up to the event just let us know.
Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?
Yes, absolutely - this is what happens on a typical evening.
How much time do you need to set up?
We require one hour to set up and sound check after we load our equipment into the venue.
Do you provide a caller?
Yes, we are all experienced callers and we give the instructions using fun-filled banter and have called for many international events. We cater for all ages and abilities.
Can I pick the songs you play from the set list?
Yes, of course!
Is all of the equipment (e.g. PA) included in your quote?
Our PA and lighting system is included in your quote. For floor space, we usually require a minimum of 1 square metre per musician.
Can you learn song requests before the event?
We do not sing, however we will be delighted to play your song through our PA system.
Musicianship
Genres:
Ceilidh, Folk, Folk rock, Irish rock, Traditional Irish folk, Traditional Scottish folk, Scottish music
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Event types:
Wedding, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Burns night, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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