American Barn Dance Bands: the West Midlands - for your Event

The FP Band are a professional piano and violin (and flute/recorder) two-piece folk band - plus caller, who specialise in playing for social dance, Playford dances and balls, American contra and barn dances. Bring a bit of the USA to the West Midlands for a Hoedown with this American Barn Dance Band. The Band will make any event special, with a tailor-made programme of dances to suit your experience and occasion. This dynamic duo have been playing professionally for nearly a decade.

This Duo are also happy to offer a larger band adding more musicians as required.

The HJ Band are a versatile folk trio who play Celtic, Continental and American music for
sit-down performance, or dance. Book this American Barn Dance Band for your cowboy hoedown in the West Midlands. The line up comprises fiddle/concertina, mandolin,/banjo,/whistle and guitar. Their main aim is to give your ears and feet a hell-of-a good night!!! They are happy to play for weddings, parties or any other special events.

The HJ Band are a versatile folk trio who play Celtic, Continental and American music for
sit-down performance, or dance. For ceilidhs, they can provide an excellent dance caller. An ideal American Barn Dance Band for a wedding or party hoedown in the West Midlands. The line up comprises fiddle/concertina, mandolin,/banjo,/whistle, guitar and caller. Their main aim is to give your ears and feet a hell-of-a good night!!! They are happy to play for weddings, parties or any other special events. The band can offer a disco after the ceilidh.

This band can cater for Barn Dances & Ceilidhs, or provide foot-stomping musical entertainment for parties & weddings, pubs & social clubs, folk clubs, banquets, Irish & Scottish theme parties etc. Planning a Hoedown in the West Midlands, then this American Barn Dance Band could be for you. Barn dances & ceilidhs with the LR Band are strictly for fun & for those who don’t want to take it all too seriously! No previous experience is required as they have an excellent caller & none of the dances are too complicated. The caller does a thorough explanation & practice walk-through for you b ... more

Yeehhaaa! An all American Barn Dance Band, this li’l old band is gonna give yer a grrreat time. Yessir. But American barn dance music is so much more than that. What is America made from – it’s Irish, French, African, Scottish, Eastern European, English, Italian, Jewish and on and on. So their traditional folk music is a wonderful and complex mixture of the lot. Bring a bit of the USA to the West Midlands for a Hoedown with this American Barn Dance Band. You’re bound to have fun with such mixed up music, and don’t get our bass player doing his American impression, he spends too much ti ... more

Yeehhaaa! An all American Bar Room Session Band playin' music to listen to, this li’l old band is gonna give yer a grrreat time. Yessir.

But American barn dance music is so much more than that. What is America made from – it’s Irish, French, African, Scottish, Eastern European, English, Italian, Jewish and on and on. So their traditional folk music is a wonderful and complex mixture of the lot. Book this American Barn Dance Band for your cowboy hoedown in the West Midlands. You’re bound to have fun with such mixed up music, and don’t get our bass player doing his Ameri ... more

This is the 3 piece including caller lineup of Ringerike (4 & 5 piece available). They play a huge range of folk music for both listening and dancing to. They are no ordinary folk band. As classically trained musicians, they "put the music" into folk. An ideal American Barn Dance Band for a wedding or party hoedown in the West Midlands. With such a wide repertoire they can put on specific Irish, or Scottish events, or play a wide range of national and international music.

You define the style of event you want - folk music ranges from some of the most moving and lyrical music ... more

This exciting band can offer a unique blend of: hot, spicy dance music from the swamps of Louisiana; exciting Appalachian fiddle; fifties, sixties and seventies rock; wild Irish jigs n reels; sexy, raunchy vocals (in French and English) and much more. Planning a Hoedown in the West Midlands, then this American Barn Dance Band could be for you. The band are all experienced musicians, having played with various other bands over the years - but this is different!! Serious musicians with a great sense of fun!! This is the 3 piece band + caller, but the band offer anthing from : 3 piece: Dic ... more

MW ceilidh band is a collaboration of accomplished folk musicians who have wide ranging experience. The band play a wide variety of tunes. They particularly enjoy playing music from North America and Québec but also play many traditional English, Scottish and Irish tunes. Although the emphasis is on folk dance tunes, they also include some listening tune sets between dances.

MW band are available for any private function that wants a ceilidh (aka barn dance, hoe down, folk dance) including we ... more

This band can offer Irish, Scottish, English, American Barn Dance & Ceilidh. Book this American Barn Dance Band for your cowboy hoedown in the West Midlands. Ceilidhs and barn dances are a great excuses to share some powerful, exciting music with your friends and enjoy a fun-filled time on the dance floor! You really don't need any experience - this band's caller will simply teach you all you need to know. It's the ideal entertainment for parties and weddings - getting everyone involved.

The CZ Band is a 2-piece barn dance and ceilidh band, playing accordion, keyboard ... more

The MW Ceilidh Band are happy to play for your wedding reception, party, celebration, barn dance, square dance, hoedown or ceilidh.

The band offers a mixture of traditional English, Irish, Scottish and American dance music suitable for a barn dance or ceilidh, played on fiddle and mandola or mandolin backed up by guitar and bodhran played by their usual caller. An ideal American Barn Dance Band for a wedding or party hoedown in the West Midlands.

For an American square dance they can augment the band to a 4-piece band plus caller with a fiddle, 5 string banjo, mandolin and ... more

This is an established band with a line up and repertoire sure to get everyone out of their seats and joining in the fun on the dance floor. Planning a Hoedown in the West Midlands, then this American Barn Dance Band could be for you. The band line-up comprises of accordion, melodeon, fiddle, banjo, guitar plus caller.

The band have performed at numerous ceilidhs and barn dances playing for events including weddings, anniversary and birthday parties, village events and fund-raising events where the bigger band sound is required at an affordable price. The fact is - the band just lov ... more

The WC Ceilidh /barn dance band is a lively group comprising of five talented musicians with a wide range of musical tastes and experience, who take common delight in sharing their skills, enthusiasm and passion for live music. Bring a bit of the USA to the West Midlands for a Hoedown with this American Barn Dance Band. Whether you have arranged dozens of ceilidhs, or are contemplating your very first - this could be the band for you. They play traditional and contemporary folk dance tunes and call dances from all over the British Isles and beyond. The band also has a selection of cla ... more

This lively band are a very popular and experienced Ceilidh / Barn Dance Band and are available for all events ranging from weddings, anniversary parties, fund raisers etc. Book this American Barn Dance Band for your cowboy hoedown in the West Midlands. Although specialising in English Ceilidh their extensive repertoire of English traditional tunes along with a good selection of Scottish, Irish, American and some European and modern compositions means that the band are able to undertake Burns Nights etc. The band consists of some of the finest Ceilidh musicians in the area. ... more

The CW Band usually comprises Maggie, David and Jenny, playing fiddle, accordion, keyboard and recorder, but they can provide more or less musicians as required. They have over 70 years experience of music making between them, and a similar time spent on the dance floor learning to appreciate good dance sound. An ideal American Barn Dance Band for a wedding or party hoedown in the West Midlands. The band play for ceilidhs, hoe-downs and barn dances at weddings, parties and clubs throughout the Midlands.

They play regularly at the country's top folk dance clubs and festivals, i ... more

The ML Ceilidh Band are made up of fiddle, accordion, mandola/Guitar plus caller . For Ceilidhs and barn dances they team up with a local caller to direct the dances.

The ML Ceilidh Band play for weddings, corporate events, parties and other celebrations. Their music includes a mixture of traditional Irish and Scottish tunes, plus some Bluegrass and Appalachian music. They can also do a range of well known Irish songs and can play Rock and Roll too. Planning a Hoedown in the West Midlands, then this American Barn Dance Band could be for you.

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The DR Folk Band play at a wide variety of events, and play beautiful music to suit the occasion. This could be gentle harp and flute music from Wales or Ireland, or lively jigs and reels from Scotland, USA and elsewhere played on fiddle, flute, guitar and bass. Bring a bit of the USA to the West Midlands for a Hoedown with this American Barn Dance Band. They sing a selection of melodious folk songs, accompanied by flute, harp or guitar.

The DR Band play at the top folk festivals – Sidmouth, Whitby, Broadstairs year after year, and for several ‘Playford (Jane Eyre type) Balls’ e.g Ca ... more

Since forming in 2001, this band have become firm favourites in their home area. They've played for weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, conferences, PTA hops and harvest festivals, and are used to fitting in with your existing arrangements. Book this American Barn Dance Band for your cowboy hoedown in the West Midlands. If you and your guests have never been to a ceilidh, ceili, barn dance, hoe down, folk dance or whatever you want to call it before, don't worry! The caller is there to ensure that everyone has a good time. He or she will introduce the dances and m ... more

The CF Band are a musically diverse 5 piece band who are gate-crashing the folk scene with a lively blend of traditional Irish, drinking songs, 3 part harmony and instrumentals. An ideal American Barn Dance Band for a wedding or party hoedown in the West Midlands. All the members are professional musicians active in many genres of the music industry performing in Classical orchestras to Jazz and World music groups. They all share a passion for Folk and Celtic music and formed the band in 2009 as an outlet for the music. Line-up includes Ange -Whistles / Vocals, Dave - Guitar / V ... more

This is a 4 piece band plus caller, comprising melodeon, guitar, bass percussion, caller. Planning a Hoedown in the West Midlands, then this American Barn Dance Band could be for you. They play mostly traditional English, Scottish, Irish and American tunes, but you may hear the occasional tune from mainland Europe or Scandinavia, and also modern tunes composed by a band member or friend of the band.

The band are experienced in playing for all types of events including weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, parties and village events.

This experienced band normally comprises of three musicians and a caller with an instrumental line- up of Button Accordion with midi Bass; Fiddle, and Electronic Wind Synth; Piano Accordion; Caller and vocals. Bring a bit of the USA to the West Midlands for a Hoedown with this American Barn Dance Band. They play mainly Scottish, Irish and English music for dancing. They play Reels, Jigs, Hornpipes and Polkas and are happy to include Ballroom requests- Walzes, Foxtrots and Quicksteps.

They offer singing spots and music in - between to help you get your breath back and are happy t ... more

This band plays lively folk music for English ceilidhs (also known as barn dances or English country dances), Scottish ceilidhs, Irish ceilis, and French and Swedish bals. Book this American Barn Dance Band for your cowboy hoedown in the West Midlands. Combining traditional music with stomping rhythm, tight arrangements, singing and fun, they will infect all of your guests with an irresistible dancing itch! All dances are fully explained by a friendly, experienced caller, so no prior knowledge is required, you just have to be willing to get up and give it a try!

An all Scottish Ceilidh Band that can include Irish, English and American if you wish. The LD Ceilidh Band is a three-piece band comprising Piano Accordion, Fiddle and Double-bass and is perfect for a Wedding Ceilidh or a Barndance. An ideal American Barn Dance Band for a wedding or party hoedown in the West Midlands. Two of its members are originally from Edinburgh so there is a strong Scottish flavour to the band’s sound, although the callers use a wide variety of dances from various traditions to keep any evening swinging along.

With a huge repertoire of music and dances from the British Isles, and America. Planning a Hoedown in the West Midlands, then this American Barn Dance Band could be for you. The band plays for all the main Ceilidh nights, namely Burns Night, St. Andrew's Day, St. Patrick's Day, New Years Eve, and Hoe Downs for American Independence Day. BBC Music Live Festival, broadcast on the BBC, been twice featured on Radio Merseyside's Folk Scene programme, as well as many other local radio stations around the country

This group are a barn dance/Ceilidh band providing live music in a lively and exciting style. The band has been in existence for over 25 years, under the leadership of Tony. Whilst the line-up has been 'liquid', the core of Tony and Hamish has remained constant. Bring a bit of the USA to the West Midlands for a Hoedown with this American Barn Dance Band. Their music covers English, Irish, Scottish and American country dance tunes, as well as European tunes.

The band have played in a variety of venues ranging from village halls to castles.

Some of the venues include:-
Castles - ... more

The RT Band are an experienced ceilidh band who play venues throughout the North West of England. They play at folk festivals, parties, wedding receptions and other events. Book this American Barn Dance Band for your cowboy hoedown in the West Midlands.

As you are probably aware, the great advantage of folk dance for a party (or any other event) is that your guests need not know anything at all about folk dancing as the whole thing is explained by the caller and walked through once or twice beforehand.

The line up for this band consists of melodeon, fiddle, guitar, b ... more

This band is a three piece outfit who can perform for a range of functions, including weddings, corporate hospitality, clubs, anniversaries etc. An ideal American Barn Dance Band for a wedding or party hoedown in the West Midlands. Between them they play an impressive array of acoustic instruments including fiddle, mandolin, banjo, button accordion, guitar, double bass, bass guitar, flute, bodhran, bouzouki and vocals!

The band believe it to be really important to give a quality service to match the customer's specification. If there is a "special" tune wanted, then the band ... more

The OD band have been established for many years playing for concerts, dances, sessions and festivals. They provide their own caller and their dances cover a wide range from the UK, USA and Latvia. Planning a Hoedown in the West Midlands, then this American Barn Dance Band could be for you. They provide their own high quality PA system where required. The band have made regular club appearances in the Midlands plus festivals in Barnard Castle, Chippenham, Coleshill, Eastbourne, Fylde, Crawley,Broadstairs and Whittlesea Straw Bear and many other venues as well as local radio broadcasts ... more

Based on a Scottish Ceilidh Band, they can also include American, Irish and English if desired. The SW Band are great entertainers playing infectious Celtic tunes and songs, treating every event as the party of the year. The band quoted here (3 piece plus caller) is just one line-up of their flexible 3 - 6 players band, to suit the customers budget. The more players, the bigger the sound. Bring a bit of the USA to the West Midlands for a Hoedown with this American Barn Dance Band.

Their charismatic caller, 'Miss Dixie', calls dances enjoyable for all ages and abilities, to ensure e ... more

The PD Band have been playing for dances for many years. A professional trio they take a pride in providing good quality entertainment at weddings and party dances for all ages.

The band line-up includes melodeon, keyboard / guitar and bass/recorder. Book this American Barn Dance Band for your cowboy hoedown in the West Midlands.

Jan, the caller offers most popular dances include traditional classics such as The Virginia Reel, Cumberland Square Eight and Strip the Willow - good for beginners. She also calls American contras and sung squares - and novelty dances su ... more

An all American Barn Dance Band, the LCS Band offers a great Hoedown evening, just right for the 21st century with swinging tunes and dances to everything from Johnny Cash to YMCA. The band perform both with callers as a "cowboy ceilidh"and without as a storming dance band. An ideal American Barn Dance Band for a wedding or party hoedown in the West Midlands. Their high energy show mixes dynamic songs with traditional tunes, and country takes on modern classics. The dance callers bring people together - you'll find yourself laughing with strangers! For a total hoedown showd ... more

The LCS Band offers a great evening of music, just right for the 21st century with swinging tunes and dances to everything from Johnny Cash to YMCA. The band perform both with callers as a "cowboy ceilidh"and without as a storming dance band. Planning a Hoedown in the West Midlands, then this American Barn Dance Band could be for you. Their high energy show mixes dynamic songs with traditional tunes, and country takes on modern classics. For a total hoedown showdown the band come with a boxful of stetsons, barndance décor, top musicality and a great sense of fun!

If you are looking for the perfect, all-inclusive entertainment for your wedding, birthday party, anniversary celebration, college ball, office party or conference bash, you have just found it!

A barn dance (or ceilidh, or country dance) gets everyone involved. It's terrific fun for all, and it's a great way to get your party to mix. Bring a bit of the USA to the West Midlands for a Hoedown with this American Barn Dance Band. With our expert caller on hand to guide you through, no prior experience of dancing is needed to be able to join in to the full.

Instruments available incl ... more

Join this band for an evening of foot stomping jigs & reels, calming graceful aires and their own compositions. This four-piece band play a collection of plucked, strummed and bowed instruments, with strings, recorders, accordion, flute and drums: their drummer calls the dances. Book this American Barn Dance Band for your cowboy hoedown in the West Midlands.

The band can bring quieter music to a wedding breakfast or dinner and an exciting fun packed ceilidh and barn dance to your event. The CM Ceilidh Band are available for weddings, celebrations, corporate and fundrais ... more

The TB are a lively wedding & events folk band. An ideal American Barn Dance Band for a wedding or party hoedown in the West Midlands. Their musical genres range from traditional Irish, Scottish & English music; to popular Americana and modern Folk; plus re-imagined 'Live Lounge' style chart hits. The band consists of: Mandolin, Accordion, Guitar & Vocals; Acoustic/Electric Guitar, Vocals & Cajon Drum; Fiddle & Vocals. For larger events (especially weddings and festivals) they have a network of musicians, singers and callers who can add to their sound.
Their sets are carefully t ... more

The TB are a lively wedding & events ceilidh/barndance band. Planning a Hoedown in the West Midlands, then this American Barn Dance Band could be for you. Their musical genres range from traditional Irish, Scottish & English music; to popular Americana and modern Folk; plus re-imagined 'Live Lounge' style chart hits. The band consists of: Mandolin, Accordion, Guitar & Vocals; Acoustic/Electric Guitar, Vocals & Cajon Drum; Fiddle & Vocals. For larger events (especially weddings and festivals) they have a network of musicians, singers and callers who can add to their sound.
Their sets ar ... more

This troupe of traditional musicians, dynamic dancers and crazy callers determined to spread the word that the Hoe Down is a' happening. From Hoxton to Humberside, from Amnesty International to Bestival, the band are putting ceili back on the map - whether at sell out dances in London or the top summer festivals. Bring a bit of the USA to the West Midlands for a Hoedown with this American Barn Dance Band. This "Anarchic Hillbilly Barn Dancing Squad"will bring a rip-roaring, thigh-slapping, pavement-stomping, exhilarating, heart thumping, blood pumping barn dance creation to your event. ... more

The SN Ceilidh Band play traditional UK, Irish, Scottish Yiddish, European, Medieval and US dance music. They have 24 years of experience playing for ceilidhs, weddings, medieval banquets, parties, festivals, PTAs, Twinning Associations etc. Book this American Barn Dance Band for your cowboy hoedown in the West Midlands. Band line-up consists of two violins, guitar, bass and caller.

Whatever your event, this band will play traditional music to get your feet tapping!

This band brings together some of the most skilled and experienced performers in their field to form a band guaranteeing top quality. Whether it's St.Patrick's, St. Andrew's, St. George's Day or Americana, the BS Band offer a full evening's entertainment of music for dancing or songs for listening or a mixture of both. An ideal American Barn Dance Band for a wedding or party hoedown in the West Midlands. Whatever the venue, at any time of year and anywhere in the world, be it indoors or outdoors, a private function, barn dance, ceilidh, concert or festival, this band will offer ... more

Established in 1988, this is a top band specialising in barn dances and ceilidhs. Look no further if you want a memorable knees up. Planning a Hoedown in the West Midlands, then this American Barn Dance Band could be for you. The band is vastly experienced at playing at different types of functions. They have played at numerous venues, big and small, and are invariably asked back.

The band comprises talented musicians who have played all over the world as well as just around the corner. The current line up is melodeon, fiddle, electric guitar, bass guitar.

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