Ceilidh Bands for hire in St Asaph
Latest reviews of our Ceilidh Bands in St Asaph
"Absolutely brilliant! We had a large group at a conference with an international audience ranging from Japan, Singapore, the USA, all across Europe and the UK. Every part of the booking, from initial approach questions, through the stuff we needed to establish once our booking was made to their arrival on site was handled well through Encore. These guys set up quietly in the background while we were eating dinner, waited for my nod to start their set and then went on to make the evening perfect. The band were so good, the caller was funny, engaging and really got everyone involved. A significant amount of people were dancing until the end, myself included and I'm not a dancer! It was fantastic. The feedback from people who attended has been amazing, everyone loved it, even those who couldn't participate due to mobility issues. They just loved the craziness when people didn't know their left from their right! We all laughed all night. I would totally recommend Price of my Pig to anyone thinking about hiring a ceilidh band for their event. This was my first ever ceilidh and I loved every minute of it. Thank you guys, you made our seven day event even better. Julia"
Julia hired Price of My Pig for a Charity event (available in St Asaph)
"The Burdock Band played for our wedding and were amazing. They were friendly and helpful before the event, & worked well with our venues noise limiter. They did a really fun mix of some more traditional dances with some fun and silly stuff too. (The ‘wedding blessing’ dance is certainly something I won’t ever forget!). They got everyone involved and lots of people mentioned how much fun they had, including those who had never ceilidh-ed before."
Zoe hired The Burdock Ceilidh Band for a Wedding (available in St Asaph)
"We had Stroma play a Scottish ceilidh for our wedding last weekend and they were fantastic. Musicianship was excellent and the caller was clear and patient (thankfully!). We had the whole range of familiarity with the dances and Stroma walked us all through them and made sure we knew what we were doing all the way through. Communication was clear and prompt (thanks again, Jordan). If you're considering booking them for your event I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them. 10/10, would ceilidh again."
Sam hired Stroma Folk & Ceilidh for a Hotel / Restaurant event (available in St Asaph)
FAQs about hiring Ceilidh Bands in St Asaph
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What is a ceilidh band?
A ceilidh band (pronounced ‘kay-lee’) is a group of musicians that specialise in traditional folk music for ceilidh dances (usually jigs). Ceilidh bands will usually have fiddle players, accordionists, bagpipers playing and a “caller” leading the dances.
What do people do at a ceilidh?
Ceilidhs comes from the Gaelic word for ‘party’ and typically feature a ceilidh band with a caller who will lead the guests in traditional folk Scottish (or Irish) dances. Ceilidh’s are a great way to entertain your guests because they offer an interactive experience where the guests are part of the performances and the dances are simple enough for all ages and abilities, meaning everyone can get involved.
How long do ceilidh dances last?
A traditional Ceilidh dance can last anywhere from 2 to 3 hours, usually broken down with 3-4 dances and then a break. Our Ceilidh bands, however, are flexible and can play for as short or as long as you need.
What instruments are used in a ceilidh band?
Ceilidh bands commonly feature traditional folk instruments. Some common instruments you will find in a Ceilidh band include the fiddle, the accordion, bagpipes, the flute and a banjo. Each Ceilidh band’s lineup will feature different musicians and some bands will feature drums or percussion instruments, such as bodhrán (traditional Irish drum), or guitars. It’s also good to properly check their lineups before booking but if you’re unsure, speak to one of our experts who can give you tailored advice on what would work well for your venue.
Are ceilidh bands only for weddings?
Although wedding ceilidh bands are particularly popular, ceilidh bands are not limited to weddings. Ceilidhs are also popular for birthday parties, anniversaries, and other celebrations, as a fun form of interactive, unique entertainment. Ceilidhs bands are also very popular for corporate events as the dances are a great way to break the ice and get people talking. Overall, ceilidh bands bring people together, making any event memorable with their spirited tunes and engaging dances. You can speak to one of Encore's experts today to find the perfect ceilidh band near you.
Why should I choose a ceilidh band for my corporate event?
Although wedding ceilidh bands are particularly popular, ceilidh bands are not limited to weddings. Ceilidhs are also popular for birthday parties, anniversaries, and other celebrations, as a fun form of interactive, unique entertainment. Ceilidhs bands are also very popular for corporate events as the dances are a great way to break the ice and get people talking. Overall, ceilidh bands bring people together, making any event memorable with their spirited tunes and engaging dances. You can speak to one of Encore's experts today to find the perfect ceilidh band near you.
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