English Barn Dance Bands in Salford for hire

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. Bringing traditional music and dance to Salford with this English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band.

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 BB Band are a professional four piece Irish Band offering a fantastic and lively range of Irish music. You can hire this English Barn Dance Band for your dance in Salford. 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

The BB 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. An ideal English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in Salford. They are all professional musicians who came together 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 SL Band are a fun ceilidh and barn dance band based in the North West. Planning a traditional English dance in Salford? Then this English Barn Dance Band could be for you. 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

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 ...show 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 ...show 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 English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in Salford. 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 ...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. Planning a traditional English dance in Salford? Then this English Barn Dance Band could be for you. 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

With a huge repertoire of music and dances from the British Isles, and America. Bringing traditional music and dance to Salford with this English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band. 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 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. You can hire this English Barn Dance Band for your dance in Salford. The band is especially sympathetic to the needs of clients and can be both flexible and accom ...show 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. An ideal English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in Salford. 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 ...show 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. Planning a traditional English dance in Salford? Then this English Barn Dance Band could be for you. 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 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. Bringing traditional music and dance to Salford with this English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band. The Band will make any event special, with a tailor-made programme of dances to suit your experience and occasion. They can offer a duo without caller for your wedding ceremony, or background music for your meal, or drinks and photographs. This dynamic duo have been playing professionally f ...show more

This 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. You can hire this English Barn Dance Band for your dance in Salford.

The band line-up includes melodeon, keyboard/guitar and bass/recorder. Their caller offers most popular dances including 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 such as the ...show more

If you want an exciting, energetic ceilidh , then this is the band for you. The ceilidh band play an exciting blend of Disco, Reggae, Ska, Bhangra and more alongside Irish, English and European folk tunes played by some of the North West’s finest. This band is destined to make people smile with their driving beats and memorable melodies. Accessible dances, expertly called. An ideal English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in Salford. The PG Band will go down brilliantly at weddings, celebrations, festivals, corporate and other events, with a dance cal ...show more

If you want an exciting, energetic ceilidh , then this is the band for you. The ceilidh band play an exciting blend of Disco, Reggae, Ska, Bhangra and more alongside Irish, English and European folk tunes played by some of the North West’s finest. This band is destined to make people smile with their driving beats and memorable melodies. Accessible dances, expertly called. Planning a traditional English dance in Salford? Then this English Barn Dance Band could be for you. The PG Band will go down brilliantly at weddings, celebrations, festivals, corporate and other events, with a dance cal ...show more

The NFB Band hail from Yorkshire and are a "power trio" of melodeon, fiddle and percussion. Bringing traditional music and dance to Salford with this English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band. They have a mixed repertoire of the English and Scottish styles, or can stick to all the Scottish standards if you want a more traditional Scottish experience. They have a full sound and a rhythm that's sure to get everyone up and dancing, and their caller will take everyone through the dance steps. They supply all the required equipment, PAT tested and covered by PLI.

The RS Duo hail from the North of England and are a melodeon/fiddle duo - Paul (melodeon) also calls the dances. You can hire this English Barn Dance Band for your dance in Salford. They have a mixed repertoire of the Irish and Scottish styles, or can stick to all the Scottish standards if you want a more traditional Scottish experience. They have a wide variety of tunes and dances to suit all abilities, with a lovely interplay between the fiddle and melodeon melody lines for listening between dances. They supply all the required equipment, PAT tested and covere ...show more

The HP Band are a five piece ceilidh and barn dance band, based in South Staffordshire. An ideal English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in Salford. They have many years of experience providing top quality entertainment, and a passion for all things ceilidh! They come equipped with enthusiasm, fun and PAT tested equipment, and they are fully covered with PLI. They play fun and lively barn dance and ceilidh music, just what you need for a good dance. Their sound is best described as folk-rock and is produced by a line-up of fiddle, keyboard, guitar, drums ...show more

The BSP Band have been entertaining people in the Nottingham and East Midlands area for Weddings, Anniversaries, Birthdays, Fund Raising Events, Schools, Scouts, Village Fetes, Sports Club Socials, Corporate Events, Round Table, Rotary Club etc. etc. for many years. Planning a traditional English dance in Salford? Then this English Barn Dance Band could be for you.

For ceilidhs they provide a range of dance tunes. Their caller chooses dances to suit the mood and experience of the dancers. He gives complete and clear instructions to everyone and attempts to make certain that everyone knows ...show more

The TLD Band are an East Midlands based ceilidh band, playing in that area and surrounding counties. Instruments used include melodeon, fiddle, concertina, guitar, banjo, bass, mandolin and sometimes drums. Bringing traditional music and dance to Salford with this English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band. Their caller can generate a lively atmosphere within seconds and his approach to dancing is definitely to hit minimum anxiety for the dancers and to make it fun!

Nottinghamshire Fire Service, the RNIB, The United Nations Association have used the band regularly for their fundraising activ ...show more

If you are looking for a Ceilidh Band to get your party, event or wedding going, then look no further! The EBD Band are known on the circuit for their lively shows, great musicianship and friendly attitude. You can hire this English Barn Dance Band for your dance in Salford. Their performance builds up from the moment they strike up playing Irish, Scottish, English and traditional music in their upbeat, lively way.

The caller, one of the most energetic around, will have everyone on their feet from the first dance onwards.

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. An ideal English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in Salford. 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 experienced band from Merseyside provides a mixture of country dance styles, usually including ceilidh dances from Scotland and Ireland and Wales, as well as English dances and items from various parts of Europe. Planning a traditional English dance in Salford? Then this English Barn Dance Band could be for you. Unlike many barn dance bands, they can also provide the best-known Irish ceilidh dances, the Waves of Tory, The Siege of Ennis, The Walls of Limerick, and the most popular Scottish ceilidh items, including the Eightsome Reel and Strip the Willow. This means that they can give your ...show more