Ceilidh Bands: the North East - for your Event

The FE Ceilidh band are a lively four-piece band consisting of three fiddles and piano. the North East is within this Ceilidh Band’s local area for dances. Two of the band have been playing together for over 25 years and have extensive experience of playing for dancing at all types of events, including dance clubs, weddings, reel parties, conferences, Burns nights, corporate entertainment, concerts, shindigs, knees-ups, hogmanay and hootenannys! Their caller has over 20 years of experience calling for all types of dances & dancers, from complete beginners to s ... more

The BM Ceilidh band is a small, compact but perfectly formed band comprising of Mike on accordion and Gerry on guitar with Dave doing the calling. Each band member is a singer in their own right adding to the variety of performance. The band comes with its own PA and Public Liability. This Ceilidh Band plays for weddings and other events in and around the North East. They are available for a variety of events as well as dances.

They will always turn up and provide a night steeped in traditional music and entertainment.
Caller Dave is incredibly patient at giving instruct ... more

The CS Band is a lively barn dance band which plays for barn dances, ceilidhs, festivals, weddings and private functions.
The band specialises in the lively jigs, reels and hornpipes and the tuneful slow airs and waltzes which feature in the traditional music of Northumberland and the Borders. The Ceilidh Band regularly do private dances in the North East.

For those who don’t know the dances, the band’s caller, will explain all the steps and encourage the cautious to join in and have a wonderful time.

The basis of the band’s great sound is the tr ... more

The band can offer all Irish Ceili, Scottish Ceilidh or a mixture including English or American. 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. An ideal Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in the North East. 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 !

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The JB Ceilidh Band will provide an energetic ceilidh experience with this multi-talented acoustic trio, who play enchanting and melody-driven music for dancers. the North East is within this Ceilidh Band’s local area for dances.

The JB Band are a new ceilidh band formed by a collective desire to create uplifting tune music for jiggin' aboot. Morag, their caller, will lead you through all the familiar Scottish dances plus more from around the world. The band incorporate arrangements of their own compositions into the repertoire.

The band's lineup is Mor ... more

This band offer entertainment ranging from exciting high energy dance music, slow gentle airs and inspiring songs. They perform a sizzling fusion of the acoustic with the electric, the traditional with the new. This Ceilidh Band plays for weddings and other events in and around the North East.

This lively Ceilidh band is composed of an experienced group of multi-instrumentalists whose variety of instruments include melodeons, keyboards, saxophones, whistle, guitars and bass plus various percussion.

The band also features an integral dance caller to guide both season ... more

This is a budget band featuring a very accomplished accordion player plus caller. The Ceilidh Band regularly do private dances in the North East. 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 AJ Ceilidh band are a band made up of talented traditional musicians. An ideal Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in the North East. 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 band are a top Scottish Ceilidh Band playing lively, upbeat music ideal for dancing. The band play regularly all over Scotland, the UK and abroad. The line-up of fiddle, keyboard/caller and drums provides an energetic, contemporary mix that will have everyone dancing!

The YH band bring experience, quality and professional musicianship to your event and are always able to fluently adapt to each audience they play for. the North East is within this Ceilidh Band’s local area for dances. The Musicians in the band are highly experienced professionals, havin ... more

The CJ Ceilidh Band are experienced musicians who have
played for many years and come highly recommended. This Ceilidh Band plays for weddings and other events in and around the North East. 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 NFB Band hail from Yorkshire and are a "power trio" of melodeon, fiddle and percussion. The Ceilidh Band regularly do private dances in the North East. 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.

Paul's Compact Ceilidh is one of our "one person band" ceilidh artists. Paul calls the dances and also plays melodeon. An ideal Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in the North East. Paul is an accomplished multi-instrumentalist playing in many bands - he knows his stuff and is able to get you all dancing, regardless of your age or expertise! He also brings all required equipment with him (all PAT tested and covered by PLI) and is ideal for intimate or quirky venues where there might not be space for a full band.

The RS Duo hail from the North of England and are a melodeon/fiddle duo - Paul (melodeon) also calls the dances. the North East is within this Ceilidh Band’s local area for dances. 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 ... 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 Ceilidh Band plays for weddings and other events in and around the North East.

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

The NF Ceilidh Band are a traditional band based in the North West. Between them they have many years experience playing both for Ceilidh dances and in concert. The Ceilidh Band regularly do private dances in the North East. For dancing, they use tunes that best fit the dances, wherever they are from! Most of their repertoire is British or Irish, with a smattering of tunes from the rest of Europe, the USA and a few of their own making.

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 Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in the North East. The PG Band will go down brilliantly at weddings, celebrations, festivals, corporate and other events, with a dance cal ... more

Covering English, Scottish, Irish, French & European Ceilidh & Barn Dance, the CP Band consists of some of the most well known and talented musicians in the Traditional Music scene. All members are Scottish champions in their own right winning a mixture of solo awards as well as band awards. the North East is within this Ceilidh Band’s local area for dances. Band Leader Craig is used to communicating with and performing for audiences at a professional level and has personally gained experience performing the accordion at major concert venues all over Scotland. ... more

Loosely based on an all Scottish Ceilidh Band, they can also include English, Irish, American, Klezmer Scandinavian, Eastern European and French. The DF Ceilidh Band are a two piece band who use loops to build up a full band sound, offering a broad repertoire of dances and music. This Ceilidh Band plays for weddings and other events in and around the North East. Their infectious style and energetic performance suits all occasions, from weddings and festivals to corporate events and birthday parties.

The great thing about the ceilidh is that it gets everyone, young and old, ... 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. The Ceilidh Band regularly do private dances in the North East. 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

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. An ideal Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in the North East.

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.

The LN Ceilidh Band is a lively and vibrant band with a mix of folk and trad music. All the members of the band are from all over Scotland and got different styles and experiences in music. The band consists of Accordion, Piano , Fiddle , Drums & Vocals. Don't Know how to do the dances? the band can call & demonstrate. the North East is within this Ceilidh Band’s local area for dances.

An all Scottish ceilidh band, the NR Band have a long track-record of performing top-quality, competitively-priced ceilidhs for weddings, parties, celebrations and corporate events. This Ceilidh Band plays for weddings and other events in and around the North East.

With a vast range of experience, the Band is made up of professional musicians who have studied at The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (formerly RSAMD), The Royal Northern College of Music and The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts and have performed in many ensembles, orchestras and bands. The band's profes ... more

An all Scottish Ceilidh Band, the RS Ceilidh & Disco Band are an upbeat and energetic ceilidh band that will have everyone up on their feet and dancing the night away. The Ceilidh Band regularly do private dances in the North East. Fresh to the ceilidh scene, their music is breathing life into functions up and down the country!


The RS Band realise that your event is unique and the band will strive to make your experience the best it can be. They will provide a caller to guide everyone through the steps of every dance and will decide on the night what ... more