Christmas party Ceilidh Bands for hire in Liverpool
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"The band were excellent. Great musicians, great caller. Very professional and obviously know their stuff so they're able to be flexible. Good selection of music and dances. And they seemed to be enjoying themselves too, which makes a difference! Everybody had a blast. Would absolutely recommend. "
Katie hired The Riot Band for a Wedding (available in Liverpool)
"The Riot Band played at our wedding and wow what a wonderful evening we all had! The music was fantastic and the caller was great. We had some guests who had never heard of a ceilidh before and they made sure that everything was very easy to follow. All of our guests commented on how much fun they had and how great the band and their music was. I would definitely recommend booking The Riot Band to anyone who is considering having a ceilidh for their celebrations. Thank you very much for an amazing evening. "
Katie hired The Riot Band for a Wedding (available in Liverpool)
"Couldn't have been better! The caller, who was in addition to,the 4 piece band explained everything very clearly for the newbies but also briefly so we could get on with the dance. They were happy to 'fall in' with exactly what we wanted and chose dances appropriate to our age and skill levels. Really good"
John hired The Riot Band for a Birthday party (available in Liverpool)
FAQs about hiring Christmas Party Ceilidh Bands in Liverpool
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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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