Ceili and Barn Dances: Yorkshire - for your Event

This four piece Ceilidh band has a line up of Nicky on fiddle, Marie on Accordion and Michael who is the caller & concertina player. They have various guest musicians such as Helen (piano and fiddle), Paul (guitar and fiddle), Matt (guitar and saxophone) and Tom (mandolin and mandola) to give you all the drive to make your feet want to dance. This band plays for parties weddings and other events in and around Yorkshire.

The band formed in 2005 and has now built up a well respected name in the ceilidh band circuit. The caller will explain everything you need to k ... more

The WP Ceilidh/ Barn Dance Band play traditional music including :-
Irish, English
, Scottish
, American
, Swedish
. The band has appeared on national television whilst performing at the Beverly Folk Festival. Yorkshire is within this band’s local area for dances. The band has also performed at premier dance venues such as Poynton, Wigan, Mythenroyd and many more. They play regularly for Weddings, Fundraising Events and other functions.

This unusual ensemble is a country dance band, which emphasises English tunes (with a soupcon of Francais) with traditional and old time dances, often with Music Hall tunes and songs! The band are available for ceilidhs, tea dances, drama workshops and music hall singalongs. The band does regularly private dances in Yorkshire. Band size ranges from 3 to 5 depending on your requirements. The players dress in character and for singalongs they provide hats, flags, boas and percussion.

This is a lively English ceilidh band who provide ceilidhs/barn dances for wedding and civil partnership receptions, birthday parties, corporate events, anniversary parties, club/society socials and more! They play traditional and contemporary ceilidh dance tunes on flute & whistle, melodeon and guitar, along with one of their friendly and experienced callers to teach the dances. A fun band for a wedding or party in Yorkshire.

Their music takes its influences mainly from the traditional and contemporary folk music of England, Wales, Franc ... more

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 ... more

The CS Ceilidh/ Barndance Band play an exciting and wide range of folk music from across the British Isles, Ireland and America and provide everything you need to ensure that your social event, fundraiser or celebration is relaxed and enjoyable for all. Yorkshire is within this band’s local area for dances. They are all very experienced musicians who love playing together. They provide all the P.A. equipment and a caller to explain all the dances and they are happy to work with organisers to ensure that your event is tailored for you. The CS Band e ... more

Although basically an Irish Ceilidh Band, the BS Band can also include American, Scottish and English if desired.The band play traditional music, mostly celtic style, for ceilidhs at weddings, parties, universities, schools, fund-raisers and gatherings of all sorts. The band does regularly private dances in Yorkshire.

The band line-up includes flutes and recorder/ guitar/ fiddle, cittern and banjo and the dance caller and MC. A larger band can be offered with the addition of flute/ guitar/fiddle.

At their dances there are usually some pe ... more

An English Ceilidh/Barn Dance Band, with just a smidge of Scottish and Irish thrown in for good measure. The dances “Butter’d Peas”,” Circassian Circle”, “Bridge of Athlone”, and “Cumberland Square Eight” will give you the flavour of an evening with them. A fun band for a wedding or party in Yorkshire. The classic line-up of fiddle, melodeon, piano, and caller to show you the way, makes the celebration go with a swing even if you’ve got two left feet! A ceilidh is a great way to have fun and enjoyment whatever the event. This experienced ban ... 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.

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

The HS Ceilidh Band feature a dazzling array of instruments and superb musicians. A Ceilidh is a great way to celebrate a special occasion – it brings people together and are a great way to make a wedding, birthday, anniversary or retirement party a memorable and fun event – they can compere the event and even play special tunes like ‘Happy Birthday’, ‘Here Comes the Bride’ and ‘For He’s a Jolly Good Fellow’. Yorkshire is within this band’s local area for dances. The band says, "Gigs are vibrant and fun – but not for the faint of heart who don’t li ... more

Based on an English Barn Dance Band, they can also include American, Scottish and Irish if desired. The band does regularly private dances in Yorkshire. A 4 piece band comprising:

Mary – accordion, has played for several barn dance bands and Morris sides.
Paul – banjo and caller. Trained on classical guitar, now plays melodeon and banjo. Musician and dancer, for a local Morris side for many years.
Pete – guitar, new to folk, but highly experienced in other genres or Alistair on bass guitar and either Rowanne – Violin and Alto Sax or Emil ... more

The group perform a full show, which focuses on traditional Irish dance & music. A concert performance consists of several choreographed dance numbers to live music, interspersed with occasional songs, set dances, solo dances, mouth music, instrumental solos & arranged group pieces of music. A fun band for a wedding or party in Yorkshire.

The show is primarily aimed at festivals & theatres/arts centres and is subject to availability of the group members. Appearances include Broadstairs Folk Week (UK), Moor & Coast Festival (UK) a short t ... 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. This band plays for parties weddings and other events in and around Yorkshire.

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 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. Yorkshire is within this band’s local area for dances. 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.

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. The band does regularly private dances in Yorkshire. 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 can perform as an all Scottish Ceilidh, Irish Ceili, English Barn Dance or a mixture of all. The MR Ceilidh/barn dance band is a lively band of three experienced musicians and a dance caller. A fun band for a wedding or party in Yorkshire. They play and sing music and songs from the English, Scottish and Irish traditions for dancing and listening to, at wedding receptions, birthday parties and corporate events. Line up consists of melodeon and fiddle, guitar and flute, and flute and whistle. They work with experienced dance caller ... 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. This band plays for parties weddings and other events in and around Yorkshire. 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!

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. Yorkshire is within this band’s local area for dances. 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

Theis band are a professional four piece Irish and Ceili Band, who play a fantastic and lively range of real Traditional and Contemporary Irish music, songs and tunes, as well as Celtic rock and Country rock & roll. They are all professional musicians who came together about 8 years ago from academic, formal, semi-pro and session music backgrounds, to form one of the most vibrant and lively bands on the Irish music scene today. The band does regularly private dances in Yorkshire.

They also do Ceili's as a five piece band, including a caller ... more

Based on an Irish Ceilidh Band, they can also include Scottish, English, CelticRock , Country and Rock&Roll if desired. The Band are a professional four piece Irish Band offering a fantastic and lively range of Irish music. A fun band for a wedding or party in Yorkshire. They are all professional musicians who came together about 5 years ago to form one of the most vibrant and lively bands on the Irish music scene today.

They also specialise in Ceilidhs and can offer all types of Ceilidh, whether you want to have an Irish, Scottish or ... more

Based on an English Barn Dance Band, they can also include American and Scottish if desired.This is the larger lineup of their ceilidh band for all sorts of occasions. They play tunes for ceilidhs, barn dances or hoe downs. This band plays for parties weddings and other events in and around Yorkshire. The line up is melodeon, rhythm/lead guitar and bass guitar, drummer (plus their own caller).

The band have played for events of all kinds - the usual celebratory weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, leaving do's, fund raisers, charities, festivals, social gatherings - th ... 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. Yorkshire is within this band’s local area for dances. 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 group, originally from Tasmania, Australia, include John and Caroline and their son Malcolm. They play traditional, original and contemporary music from Scotland, Ireland, Northumberland, Australia, Brittany and Spain.

As well as being singers they play a wide variety of instruments. The band does regularly private dances in Yorkshire.

John plays a 00016M Martin guitar, his own handmade acoustic guitar, guitar- bouzouki, Irish bouzouki, mandolin and various low whistles. Caroline plays a 30 string gut strung Celtic harp made by John a ... more

The O S Band specialises in playing for ceilidhs, barn dances and hoedowns. 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. A fun band for a wedding or party in Yorkshire.

The sole aim of an O S Band 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 for all generations!

They usually start the evening with eas ... more

The SH Duo is an Irish music duo playing at weddings, house parties, pubs, clubs and music festivals, in fact anywhere where live Irish music is appreciated. This band plays for parties weddings and other events in and around Yorkshire. The Duo are accomplished musicians with a real feel for folk and Irish music. Steve plays the fiddle whilst Alan is the main vocalist and also plays the guitar.

The BB Ceilidh Band are a great choice for weddings. The choice of dances and songs are tailored especially for weddings, with the emphasis being on fun, enabling your guests to get to know each other. Yorkshire is within this band’s local area for dances. Their set-up is suitable for halls of all sizes, marquees and hotels.

If you've ever been dubious about booking a ceilidh / barn dance band for your wedding, wondering if a disco might be more suitable, then BB are the band for you. Pumping out loud and lively folk-rock tunes for some fast an ... more

The band offers top class traditional accordion band, offering Scottish/ Irish/ English Barn Dance / Ceilidh music and dance and (Specialising in Northumbrian tunes). THey can also include Old Tyme & Modern, Singsong . The band does regularly private dances in Yorkshire.

They offer and exciting blend of instrumental music performed by an experienced group of classically trained musicians, with a caller to lead the dancing.

This three-piece band consists of Pete on piano, Philippa on fiddle and accordion, and Colin on whistles, flute, banjo and Spanish bagpipes (gaita). Between them they have many years' experience in playing for dancing. The band are joined by an expert caller for all their ceilidh gigs, so beginners and pro's alike can enjoy a range of set dances from around the world. A fun band for a wedding or party in Yorkshire.

The MC Ceilidh Band is also available for many kinds of events and celebrations e.g. birthdays, wedding celebrations, proc ... more

The MN Barn Dance/ Ceilidh Band perform for a variety of occasions including weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, PTA, club, church and village events.
All the band members have many years of experience in playing for dancing. These events are fun and not intended to be serious! (you can have a laugh at your own mistakes). They perform with the same enthusiasm for both experienced dancers and novices. If you have never done it before, don't worry, they will be there to make it work for you. The ... more

The AJ Ceilidh band are a band made up of talented traditional musicians. Yorkshire is within this band’s local area for dances. The members of the band have been playing for many years and are capable of catering for all musical tastes, Irish, Scottish, English or American. (or a mixture).

This experienced band are available for Ceilidhs, Barn Dances, Wedding Receptions, Birthday Parties, Hoe Downs, Fundraising Functions, in fact any special occasion. The line-up comprises of Accordion, Guitar/Banjo and Bass - they also come with their own ca ... more

This is a budget band featuring a very accomplished accordion player plus caller. The band does regularly private dances in Yorkshire. As an offshoot of a larger band the performers are very used to playing for all types of events. Their caller is experienced in encouraging everyone to join in and have fun. the band can offer a good selection of traditional folk music, Scottish and Irish tunes, American and others.

The SK Band are a fiddle-led four-piece barn dance / ceilidh band and caller playing in a solidly 'British' style with an emphasis upon English tunes. The band members have a wealth of experience and have played together for seven years. Individually and collectively they bring great enthusiasm to country dance music which, when combined with their musical abilities, guarantees a successful, fun event. A fun band for a wedding or party in Yorkshire. The band is especially sympathetic to the needs of clients and can be both flexible and accom ... more

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. This band plays for parties weddings and other events in and around Yorkshire. 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 CJ Ceilidh Band are experienced musicians who have
played for many years and come highly recommended. Yorkshire is within this band’s local area for dances. Having done various prestige functions and weddings over the years they can assure a good time for all.

The CJ Ceilidh Band have had bookings such as the Burns Club of London at the Russell Hotel; The Royal Scottish Association Concert/Dance at headquarters in Covent Garden; Burns Night Dinner/Dance Thistle Hotel in Manchester; Manchester City Hall
Mayor's Fund raiser; and Universit ... more

The OK Ceilidh Bands are an energetic modern ceilidh band with rock influences. The band does regularly private dances in Yorkshire. They blend tuneful melodies, epic solos and driving rhythms.

The band play widely around Sheffield, Leeds, Manchester, Derby, Nottingham, Doncaster, but are happy to accept bookings from further afield.

The band's caller will guide everyone through the dances - however inexperienced - and encourage them to join in and have a good time.

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. A fun band for a wedding or party in Yorkshire. 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!

The band can offer all Irish Ceili, Scottish Ceilidh, American Barn Dance or a mixture including English. They are a group of talented musicians, who have been playing in bands for many years on Teesside and then decided to form this band after they realised they had something 'special' going. This band plays for parties weddings and other events in and around Yorkshire. They are capable of catering for all musical tastes - Irish, Scottish, English or American (or a mix). They'll also throw the odd song in now and then to give everyone else a breather !

The band instr ... more

The WJ Ceilidh Band have been entertaining audiences for 27 years, but they still perform with energy and enthusiasm. Yorkshire is within this band’s local area for dances. The band perform songs from the great bands the Dubliners, the Clancy Brothers and the Wolfetones, but add some great songs of modern times and a few jigs and reels, it all makes for a great evening of Ceol agus Craic- music and fun. Recent gigs include: Manchester Irish Centre, Bolton Irish Club, Batley Irish Club, Chorley Little Theatre, The Greystones (Sheffield, Pavillion ... 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. The band does regularly private dances in Yorkshire.

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

An extension of their top Irish band (The WJ Band ref:4206.1), they are joined by experienced callers like Roger Newton, Fred Lloyd and Geoff Miller, who go together to form the MG Ceilidh Band. A fun band for a wedding or party in Yorkshire.

The ceilidh band play a mix of Irish, Scottish and English tunes to accompany a mix of traditional dances to suit both beginners and experts alike.

Between the breaks, you are entertained with some of the bands extensive repertoire of great songs.