Christmas party Ceilidh Bands for hire in North Yorkshire
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"Fabulous communication great entertainment, highly recommended!!!"
Sarah hired Bracken Rigg Band for a Private event (available in North Yorkshire)
"The band were brilliant from the moment we enquired. Mike was great at organising the night and they were so accommodating when plans changed. They also arrived and set-up in plenty of time. They even played a couple of songs we liked and went out of their way to learn it which was so kind of them. Everyone at our party had a great time and most were up dancing from start to finish, the dances were easy to learn and even the young kids got involved and loved it. Thank you so much for making our night so memorable, we would definitely not hesitate to book again and highly recommend them. "
Jo hired Last Chance Saloon Band for a Wedding anniversary (available in North Yorkshire)
"Great band.. Great evening! "
Caroline hired Bash Street Band for a Private event (available in North Yorkshire)
FAQs about hiring Christmas Party Ceilidh Bands in North Yorkshire
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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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