Birthday party Ceilidh Bands for hire in Exeter
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"Thanks to Ian and his band, our joint 60th birthday ceilidh was a fantastic success. From the first dance to the last, the floor was full thanks to the excellent music, as well as Simon and his calling skills. In the lead up to the event, Ian maintained regular contact and helped with suggesting a format for the event that would work best. On the day the band arrived exactly on schedule and ensured everyone had a most enjoyable evening. Thank you Ian, Simon and Bob!"
Peter hired Ian Robertson & his Scottish Dance Band for a Birthday party (available in Exeter)
"Absolutely brilliant! I hired Bristol Ceilidh Collective for my 40th Birthday party. I wanted something lively to get people up dancing and they certainly delivered. Everyone had a great time with big smiles all round. Thank you so much for an epic night. I highly recommend Bristol Ceilidh Collective. "
Christopher hired Bristol Ceilidh Collective for a Birthday party (available in Exeter)
"Amazing!!! Everyone loved it. "
Ella hired The New Fox Band - Ceilidh Band for a Wedding (available in Exeter)
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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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