{"id":1106,"date":"2019-11-13T12:15:06","date_gmt":"2019-11-13T12:15:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.encoremusicians.com\/?p=1106"},"modified":"2024-06-13T12:38:37","modified_gmt":"2024-06-13T11:38:37","slug":"hire-ceilidh-band-booking-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/hire-ceilidh-band-booking-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Ceilidh Band Booking Guide – 2024 Prices, Advice and FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"

Booking a ceilidh band (pronounced ‘kay-lee’) for your wedding or event is an excellent way to get everyone dancing – even those who claim they can\u2019t or won\u2019t dance!<\/span><\/p>\n

Browse all Ceilidh Bands\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

In this guide, we\u2019ll be covering everything you could possibly need to know about booking a ceilidh band for your event or wedding. We\u2019ll cover the basics of choosing your ceilidh band, the equipment needed, the types of music you can expect, ceilidh band prices, and the easiest way to book a ceilidh band.<\/span><\/p>\n

We\u2019ve helped hundreds of people book ceilidh bands for their special occasions and we have the largest selection of ceilidh bands in the UK, so you’ve come to the right place.<\/span><\/p>\n

Let’s jump in!<\/p>\n

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Already know you want to book a ceilidh band? Wonderful! To help us quickly get you great quotes from available ceilidh bands, you can either:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Compare prices and contact over 160 incredible ceilidh bands available in the UK<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
  2. Contact our bookings team to discuss your specific needs at bookings@encoremusicians.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Contents:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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    1. The Basics<\/strong><\/a>\n
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      1. What kind of ceilidh bands are there?<\/a><\/li>\n
      2. Which parts of an event or wedding will a ceilidh band play during?<\/a><\/li>\n
      3. How long will a ceilidh band play for?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n
      4. Equipment & Setup<\/strong><\/a>\n
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        1. How much setup time does a ceilidh band need?<\/a><\/li>\n
        2. How much space does a ceilidh band need?<\/a><\/li>\n
        3. How much space do you need for ceilidh dancing?<\/a><\/li>\n
        4. What equipment does the client need to provide?<\/a><\/li>\n
        5. Do I need to provide food?<\/a><\/li>\n
        6. Can a ceilidh band play outside?<\/a><\/li>\n
        7. What dress code can I expect?<\/a><\/li>\n
        8. Do ceilidh bands need a PA system?<\/a><\/li>\n
        9. Do ceilidh bands need parking access?<\/a><\/li>\n
        10. Can ceilidh bands move from one area to another?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n
        11. Repertoire & Performance<\/strong><\/a>\n
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          1. What are the most popular ceilidh tunes and dances?<\/a><\/li>\n
          2. Can the ceilidh band play my favourite song?<\/a><\/li>\n
          3. What are the three main ingredients of a great ceilidh?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n
          4. Booking a Ceilidh Band<\/strong><\/a>\n
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            1. How far in advance should I book?<\/a><\/li>\n
            2. How much does it cost to book a ceilidh band?<\/a><\/li>\n
            3. Do I have to pay travel fees?<\/a><\/li>\n
            4. How do I handle contracts and payment?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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              Hot Scotch Ceilidh Band<\/a>, getting everybody dancing the way only ceilidh bands can!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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              <\/a>The Basics of Booking a Ceilidh Band<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

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