Barn Dance Bands in Skipton for hire

The SH Band are a family band who have a special enthusiasm for the traditional music and dance of Yorkshire and also enjoy performing a variety of tunes and dances from other parts of England, Scotland and abroad including Ceilidh and Old Time. They are a three piece band and play Fiddle/melodeon, Guitar/mandolin and Tenor horn/whistles in a traditional acoustic style and perform using amplification for ceilidhs and barn dances or play, for dancing and/or listening music acoustically, for small ...show more

A ceilidh without borders! This band mix Irish with a splash of American, Scottish, even Balkan, and a few surprises - in a 5 piece band that likes to put on a show with some great accessible ceilidh dances. This Barn Dance Band is a regular visitor to Skipton. Irish jigs, red hot fiddle tunes and the odd modern song thrown in. You might find yourself waltzing to “Perfect Day” or “Que Sera”, stripping the willow to classic Irish, or tango to “Sway”. Fiddle, accordion, guitar/banjo, drums, bass and vocals and a caller with humour and patience. The ...show 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 Barn Dance Band for a wedding or party in Skipton. 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 ...show more

The SL Band are a fun ceilidh and barn dance band based in the North West. The Barn Dance Band performs regularly in Skipton. They are highly experienced musicians and, together with their in-house caller, provide a good evening's entertainment - ideal for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, theme nights, fundraisers and more. Their musicians have an eclectic background; as well as traditional ceilidh and folk, they also work in classical, jazz, big bands and brass bands!

The band are available from a small band of a single musician + caller ...show 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. Skipton is within this Barn Dance Band’s local performance area.

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 ...show more

The OB Band are one of the most respected barn dance bands in the North West. They specialise in playing for ceilidhs, barn dances and hoedowns. This Barn Dance Band is a regular visitor to Skipton. The band's danceable and foot-tapping sound is based on a varied range of instruments - melodeon, banjo, bouzouki, mandolin, acoustic guitar, electric guitar and bass.

The sole aim of an OB ceilidh is a good time for everybody. They can guarantee an enjoyable and fun-packed evening of jigs, reels, polkas, waltzes and hornpipes - a really good night ...show more

An all English Barn Dance Band. Combining the best in British folk music with modern rock and reggae rhythms, the TT Band is an experienced English Country Dance Band that provides strong infectious music for ceilidh and folk dances. An ideal Barn Dance Band for a wedding or party in Skipton. They are part of the new wave of folk dance bands that plays strong funky music for people of all ages to dance to.

The band have a well established pedigree of musical ability and experience, with many years playing in the North West including festivals at Ke ...show more

The BB Band are a professional four piece Irish Band offering a fantastic and lively range of Irish music. The Barn Dance Band performs regularly in Skipton. They came together about 10 years ago to form one of the most vibrant and lively bands on the Irish music scene today.

They specialise in Ceilidhs and can offer all types of Ceilidh, whether you want to have an Irish, Scottish or English flavour!

They come equipped and ready to play at all types of music venues from small to very large, e.g. Festivals, Pubs, Clubs, Corporate Event ...show more

Many moons ago, three men were born in Sheffield and played rock music together. Many less moons ago two women grew up in Wales and played folk music beautifully. Eventually the women went to university in Sheffield and the OK Ceilidh Band, blending traditional ceilidh fun with a driving rhythm and backing, was born. Together they can bring a truly ROCKING ceilidh to your party or event. They travel all over the UK. Skipton is within this Barn Dance Band’s local performance area.

With a huge repertoire of music and dances from the British Isles, and America. This Barn Dance Band is a regular visitor to Skipton. 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

The AS Ceilidh Band, based in Middlesbrough, are a very experienced ceilidh band featuring top class musicians and callers. An ideal Barn Dance Band for a wedding or party in Skipton. They are equally at home playing for weddings, anniversaries, corporate events, Burns night, St Patrick's, or fundraisers. Featuring multiple instruments, they will give you a night to remember!

As well as tailoring their repertoire to your needs, the band can play a themed ceilidh - be it Irish, Scottish, American or English. They are also an accomplished concert band, ...show more

The NL Barn Dance Band have been providing quality ceilidhs and music for over 20 years. Their sound draws from their Northumbrian, Irish and Scottish heritage, making a melting pot of Celtic influences and a wide variety of lively and exciting music. The Barn Dance Band performs regularly in Skipton. They play all the ceilidh favourites (Dashing White Sergeant, Strip The Willow, Virginia Reel, etc) as well as waltzes, circle dances, square dances and instrumental pieces while you get your breath back!

Great music, great dances, great calling (all abilities and ages), great PA. The BD Ceilidh Band is very flexible and aim to keep everyone happy. Skipton is within this Barn Dance Band’s local performance area. They have a massive amount of experience and are very very reliable. They have traveled throughout the UK and into Europe. Kim is a Northumbrian language expert and Matt is knowledgeable about all things Border, especially Pipes. The band have played for many Weddings, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Conferences and Corporate functions. Clients include ma ...show more

The BT Trio regularly play ceilidhs with Tim calling the dances and playing percussion/brass, Nina playing piano with equal dexterity (and enchanting you with her voice on occasions) and Simon on melodeon!. This Barn Dance Band is a regular visitor to Skipton.

If you are looking for a band for a fund-raising event or wishing for a slightly more informal evening for the smaller relaxed night, this may well be your answer when considering 'live' music for your ceilidh or barn dance - especially if you would like the kids involved as well !.

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The NJ Band are a ceilidh/barn dance band unlike any other. Hip Hop and ceilidh don't often go together, but here they do, and it just works! It's a modern take on a traditional ceilidh. An ideal Barn Dance Band for a wedding or party in Skipton. Mixing traditional tunes on the fiddle and accordion with the classic breaks from old-school and contemporary hip-hop, disco and fun - the music appeals across generations, cultures and abilities, making sure the dance floor is full and that everyone has a great time.

Acclaimed for their uplifting, grooving show, this band bring together thrilling arrangements of European folk music and self-penned tracks to craft a diverse and explosive set. The Barn Dance Band performs regularly in Skipton. Fiddles, whistles, guitar, vocals, bass and percussion combine to show their folk, jazz, soul and world music influences with a clarity and maturity that has brought this lively group of young musicians a proliferate following.

The five-piece band come from across England, and share a wealth of musical experience – f ...show more

The HT Ceilidh Band are a professional ensemble who play for ceilidhs and barn dances all over the UK. Skipton is within this Barn Dance Band’s local performance area. They are composed of professional musicians who have a passion for delivering a polished performance which is guaranteed to help your party, wedding or function go with a swing! They bring an experienced, competent (and patient!!) caller who can ensure everyone has a great time. The HT band have an extensive repertoire of English, Irish and Scottish tunes to keep you dancing all evening.