Birthday party Ceilidh Bands for hire in Wales
Latest reviews of our Birthday Party Ceilidh Bands in Wales
"The band were fantastic! Everyone at the party absolutely loved them and they got everyone up dancing - my favourite quote from one of the attendees was "Never enjoyed dancing before, until tonight!" so they really drew everyone in. They were quick to respond to messages before the event, and on the day itself they were really happy to make sure that the ceilidh worked well around everything else that was going on. Thank you for making it a great evening!"
Elen hired Cat’s Claw Ceilidh Band for a Private event (available in Wales)
"The Backroom Band were incredible. they were prompt on communication, friendly and very professional. The Wedding was a great hit with this band as they were very fun and entertaining. We would like to say a big thank you for being at our wedding celebration, blessings many."
Tobias hired Backroom Band for a Wedding (available in Wales)
"We booked the band to have a Scottish ceilidh as part of the evening of our wedding. The band were absolutely brilliant and got everyone up dancing and having a lot of fun from the very first song. There was a real mix of experienced ceilidh dancers and first timers at our wedding and the band talked through each dance to make sure everyone knew what they were doing. Everyone had a great time and were full of praise for the band afterwards. Would highly recommend. "
Calvin hired Sir Dancelot Ceilidh Band for a Wedding (available in Wales)
FAQs about hiring Birthday Party Ceilidh bands in Wales
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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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