Birthday party Ceilidh Bands for hire in Dumfries and Galloway
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"Nevis Ceilidh Band delivered nothing but the best! We booked them for our wedding and they helped make this day as special as it can be. They were tasked with the challenge of teaching most of the guests their first ceilidh with the additional challenge of having french people with little English. They rose up to is extremely well (and even managed to use some of that higher french!) everyone loved it and was asking for more (after some rest of course). The communication was fast, efficient and friendly. This made it stress free and great in the middle of all the other planning. The music was great and the atmosphere even greater. Would 100% recommend for anyone planning a ceilidh. "
Ethan hired Nevis Ceilidh Band for a Wedding (available in Dumfries and Galloway)
"Gregor and his band are full of talent and really got our party started. The managed to get all 15 of us on the dancefloor ! Thank you for the wonderful music !"
Anna hired Stroma Folk & Ceilidh (Glasgow) for a Private event (available in Dumfries and Galloway)
"The Big Shoogle were absolutely fantastic and brought exactly the kind of energy and generous, playful hosting to the ceilidh - that really makes them special on celebratory occasions - that I was hoping for, and more! I could not have been more satisfied with their playing on the evening, their professionalism and communication before the event: I'd thoroughly recommend them to anyone planning a ceilidh hoping for the same. Many, many thanks for all that you brought to the night!"
Scott hired The Big Shoogle for a Private event (available in Dumfries and Galloway)
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What kind of ceilidh bands are there?
There are basically two types of ceilidh band: traditional instrumental bands, and ceilidh cover bands. A traditional ceilidh band will perform Scottish folk tunes without a singer. Importantly, a traditional band will include a caller: they'll announce the dances, shout instructions to beginners, and get everyone involved in the revelry! In contrast, a ceilidh cover band will mix the folk tunes with modern pop covers. They'll have a singer, and provide a wide range of music for all to enjoy: young and old.
Which parts of an event or wedding will the ceilidh band play at?
In the spirit of leaving the best until last, the ceilidh band will usually wrap up celebrations, providing an exciting musical finale for your special day. The band caller will ensure you and your guests know the moves for each dance, giving everyone the opportunity to get involved. Plus, if you haven't had the chance to say hello to everyone during the course of the day, you might just find yourself dancing with them before it's over! Ceilidh dances can be pretty tiring, so having it at the end of the day is a smart choice - your guests will certainly thank you for it!
Will I need to provide the ceilidh band with any equipment?
Professional ceilidh bands come fully kitted-out with all the equipment needed to get the dancing underway, including amplification and a mixing desk. If your wedding venue is regularly used for live music, they will likely have a dedicated in-house PA sound system - in this case, the band may not need to bring their own amplification.
How much space will I need for ceilidh dancing?
The more space, the better! Ceilidh dancing takes up a lot more room on the dance floor than your typical disco. Other than that: make sure table are removed (encourages dancing!), seats are available to the side, and there are no obstacles near the dance floor. Broken bones ain't craic.
Do traditional ceilidh bands take requests?
Not usually. Unless you have a specific Scottish or Irish tune in mind, the band will normally play a pre-planned set, designed to perfection and gleaned from years of experience. If you have a special song in mind, make sure you tell the band well in advance. It might just get added to their repertoire!
How do you pronounce 'ceilidh'?
'Kay-lee'
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