Christmas party Ceilidh Bands for hire in Edinburgh

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Hire The Jacobites Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1175 - £1825
Ceilidh bandEdinburgh

The Jacobites are an exceptional ceilidh band based in Edinburgh that offer professional ceilidhs for weddings, festivals and events.

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Hire Flaming Heather Ceilidh band with Encore
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From£320
Ceilidh bandLivingston

We operate as a two piece wherever possible and can handle most jobs with accordion/fiddle and calling with great success'.

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Hire Norloch Ceilidh & Covers Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£500 - £1220
Ceilidh bandLoanhead

We are a lively experienced band who can provide a full evening of ceilidh dances combined with cover songs through the decades,50s-90s etc

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Hire Ceòl Beag Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£500 - £1000
Ceilidh bandEdinburgh

Ceòl Beag is a popular contemporary, upbeat ceilidh band. We play for all kinds of events & guarantee a great night of dancing to remember.

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Hire Bon:Stovi Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1375
Ceilidh bandEdinburgh

Some of Scotland's most talented musicians performing with a power, energy and spirit that will leave your guests happily exhausted!

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Hire Cragganmore Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£645 - £1895
Ceilidh bandGlenrothes

As one of the UK's finest ceilidh bands, we provide musical entertainment for weddings, celebrations, student nights, and corporate events.

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Hire The Rock Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£500 - £1125
Ceilidh bandBathgate

What happens when you bring together four insanely-talented musicians from different genres? You get the Rock Ceilidh Band!

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Hire Scott Leslie Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£625 - £1187.50
Ceilidh bandBathgate

One of the very best ceilidh bands in Scotland playing and calling dances with a reputation that guarantees you a fantastic night.

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Hire 7 Hills Ceilidh Ceilidh band with Encore
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£725 - £935
Ceilidh bandEdinburgh

Seven Hills is a highly experienced ceilidh band based in Edinburgh, ready to create an amazing ceilidh experience for you!

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Hire The Haggis Chasers Ceilidh Band & DJ Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1000 - £1200
Ceilidh bandEdinburgh

The Haggis Chasers Ceilidh Band represent High-Quality Sound and Musicianship – without Losing Traditional Roots

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Hire CopperCeilidh Ceilidh band with Encore
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Ceilidh bandEdinburgh

We are a traditional Ceilidh Band, available for events across all of Scotland.

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Hire Ewan Galloway Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£320 - £600
Ceilidh bandEdinburgh

High energetic ceilidh band with years of experience. As seen on BBC Country file / Royal Highland Show / BBC Radio Scotland and more!

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Hire HotScotch Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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Ceilidh bandNewbridge

HotScotch Ceilidh Band are a trio of dynamic musicians offering an exciting blend of Scottish Ceilidh Music for Weddings, Parties & Events

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Hire Alive & Jiggin Ceilidh Band and Disco  Ceilidh band with Encore
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£650 - £1500
Ceilidh bandPenicuik

CEILIDH PARTY BAND IN SOUTHERN, EASTERN AND CENTRAL SCOTLAND HIGHLY EXPERIENCED, VERSATILE AND ENTERTAINING BAND WITH OVER 700 GIGS DONE

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Hire The Ceilidh band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1750
Ceilidh bandLoanhead

The number one Scottish band specialised in delivering a great , up beat , fun night as well as great musicianship.

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Hire ODIA Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1500 - £3500
Ceilidh bandEdinburgh

World-Class International Ceilidh Band, World Folk Electronica Band

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Hire Stravair Ceilidh band with Encore
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£437.50 - £875
Ceilidh bandEdinburgh

The beautifully elegant duo of Stravair. We've quickly become the most popular guitar and violin duo in Scotland. Guaranteed to move you!

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Hire Mary Gristwood duet Ceilidh band with Encore
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£450 - £650
Ceilidh bandBathgate

Harp/ clarsach/ guitar and fiddle/violinist duet.

Latest reviews of our Christmas Party Ceilidh Bands in Edinburgh

Flaming Heather
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"Flaming Heather made our weddings evening reception so much fun. They called out all the steps for our guests and helped put us all at ease as we tried to remember dances we from our school days . They turned our evening into a night never to be forgotten. Lots of great tunes and laughter . Thanks for everything "

Derek hired Flaming Heather for a Wedding (available in Edinburgh)

Verified Review, 31 October 2024
Scott Leslie Ceilidh Band
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"A great evening . The band gauged the audience’s enthusiasm, fitness and ability to dance perfectly . Caller was patient, humorous and succinct and music comprised good traditional tunes. Particularly impressed by their ability to improvise in a long narrow dance space and allow us to execute The Dashing White Sergeant successfully! "

Bridget hired Scott Leslie Ceilidh Band for a Private event (available in Edinburgh)

Verified Review, 26 October 2024
Ceòl Beag Ceilidh Band
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"Alison, Willie and their band were very friendly and put on an absolutely brilliant ceilidh, putting people who weren't too sure of the steps at ease, having fun, really really great music and knowing which dances to play and when to up the tempo. It was a really brilliant ceilidh, and afterwards they used their sound system for a disco. We very highly recommend."

George hired Ceòl Beag Ceilidh Band for a Wedding (available in Edinburgh)

Verified Review, 19 October 2024

FAQs about hiring Christmas Party Ceilidh Bands in Edinburgh

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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'

Hiring a Christmas Party Ceilidh Band in Edinburgh

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Popular genres:
Ceilidh, Folk, Pop
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2 hours
Busiest times:
June, August, September

How much does it cost to hire a Christmas Party Ceilidh Band in Edinburgh?

The typical price per group member for Ceilidh Bands is:
£Budget£220
££Pro£330
£££High-end£400+

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