English Barn Dance Bands in East Anglia for hire

The WG Ceilidh Band are a lively five piece band. Bringing traditional music and dance to East Anglia with this English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band. Chris their dedicated caller is on the floor with the dancers demonstrating what to do and helping people with the dances, throughout the evening. Instruments played include fiddle, guitar, vocals, bass, mandolin, mandola and either cajon or drums. They play ceilidhs / barn dances for wedding, parties, corporate events, fundraisers, etc. great fun and a lovely way to get people to mix with each other and stay fit.
The band offer a range of eas ...show more

The band use a wide selection of traditional tunes from Ireland, Scotland, and all parts of the UK and further afield.

Using a full band with violin and mandolin, their range of energetic reels, jigs, hornpipes and other tunes are ideal for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, Burns Nights, and all other special occasions. Their highly experienced callers will cater for any level of experience and guide people smoothly through the evening. You can hire this English Barn Dance Band for your dance in East Anglia.

Songs can be included if desired.

This band have been performing their own particular brand of traditional English, Irish and Scottish music for a while now. The current 5 piece + caller line-up seems to have got people talking about them and they have been very busy recently playing pubs, folk clubs, universities and private parties. An ideal English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in East Anglia.

Founder member, Joe (Guitar and Vocals), and long time members Steve (Bass) and Brendan (Bouzouki, Mandolin, Guitar) have now been joined by two outstanding instrumentalists. Sarah plays ...show more

Great Tunes! Great Dances! 4 musicians with a huge wealth of experience who’ve played in all sorts of musical outfits from bluegrass, Irish trad, indie rock, country, even melodic metal! Between them they’ve played hundreds of gigs including weddings, party events, fundraisers, village fetes, mini festivals. Planning a traditional English dance in East Anglia? Then this English Barn Dance Band could be for you.
Dances are carefully selected to suit any audience - absolutely no experience necessary. Everything from a rip-roaring Strip the Willow to something more gentle & elegant like St Bernard ...show more

The RV Ceilidh and Barn Dance Band play English, Irish and Scottish traditional tunes with dances including Blaydon Races, Circassian Circle, Three Meet, Bridge of Athelone, The Music Man, Gay Gordens, The Big Set, Pat A Cake, Lucky Seven, Virginia Reel etc. Bringing traditional music and dance to East Anglia with this English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band. The band will teach the dances first then let the dances run once the steps are known, although they can call the dances all the way through if required.

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line up includes a digital keyboard with a range of sounds including accor ...show more

The AK premier Ceilidh and Barn Dance Band provides excellent entertainment for all kinds of events, ranging from pub sessions to wedding celebrations and corporate events. You can hire this English Barn Dance Band for your dance in East Anglia. Although they are based in Lincolnshire, they regularly perform in the surrounding counties and have travelled as far afield as Kent and Swansea! The standard line-up comprises an accomplished piano accordionist, supported by guitar, flute, whistle, bass and drums and an experienced and entertaining caller who can accommodat ...show more

This band play a mixture of traditional dance tunes from the British Isles and from other European countries, and thier own compositions. An ideal English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in East Anglia. The HP Band is an established, very experienced barn dance/ ceilidh band .and their electro-acoustic line-up, with its emphasis on rhythm and melody, plays traditional dance tunes as well as more recently composed music.

Although specialising in weddings and private parties, the band regularly play for public dances and at clubs and festivals throughout th ...show more

The BM Band usually perform as a 3 piece band plus caller. Planning a traditional English dance in East Anglia? Then this English Barn Dance Band could be for you. They play a wide range of traditional folk music from around the British Isles, with some American tunes thrown in for good measure.

They can tailor their repertoire and dances to suit your requirements and will endeavour to include any requested tunes to make your celebration extra special. They have their own PA equipment but can play acoustically if the situation dictates. Hirers are welcome to use the band's sound system to play ...show more

The HW Band are five musicians from the folk genre come together to form a traditional band with a new lift. Bringing traditional music and dance to East Anglia with this English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band. The band line up is 4 musicians + caller and between them they play an impressive range of instruments including guitar, mandolin, whistle, recorder, banjo, melodeon, bodhran (drum), melodeon and auto harp - several members of the band are also good vocalists.

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. You can hire this English Barn Dance Band for your dance in East Anglia. 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.

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This very lively band offer traditional Ceilidh fun for your wedding, birthday or event. An ideal English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in East Anglia. With instruments including Fiddle, Whistle, Guitar, Piano, their own PA and wildly enthusiastic dance caller - they play for Irish Ceilidh, American Hoedown, background music, songs or a good old-fashioned mixture of the lot... you name it, they will turn your party into a PARTY!

The FB Ceilidh / Barn Dance Band are highly regarded and have been playing together as a successful ceilidh dance band for over a decade. Planning a traditional English dance in East Anglia? Then this English Barn Dance Band could be for you.
Their repertoire is rooted in English folk, including their own compositions.

However, they always throw in plenty of Scottish tunes and dances (especially for Burns night), Irish and even French tunes just for good measure.

Their rhythmic folk-rock style and enthusiastic playing has delighted crowds at ceilidhs, weddings, parties, conferences, barn ...show more

This is an experienced barn dance band whose lively music is sure to make your event go with a bang. Bringing traditional music and dance to East Anglia with this English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band. Wedding reception, anniversary or party - all are guaranteed a cracking good time! Their genial and good-humoured caller will guide all guests throughout the dances, judging the best dances to suit the guests and when to let everyone have a rest while the band play some tunes to listen to.

Band line up consists of fiddle, accordion, keyboards, percussion plus caller.

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 East Anglia. 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.

This experienced band play Irish, Scottish, English and American songs and tunes, although they can concentrate on one particular style if preferred. They play as 3 or 4 piece + caller. The band are both sensitive to the occasion and responsive to the mood of the audience. An ideal English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in East Anglia. In addition they are willing to tailor a band to meet specific needs, going out in combinations ranging from a duo of guitar/vocals plus accordion to a larger band incorporating instruments such as fiddle, flute tin-whistle, ...show more

The DR Ceilidh band are renowned as a funky and exciting dance band with a wide range of influences. Planning a traditional English dance in East Anglia? Then this English Barn Dance Band could be for you. Their young Scottish composer has taken the key elements of Scottish & Irish tradition and moulded a new fresh celtic blend - one which is irresistible to dance to.

This band offer a fresh and original take on traditional Celtic music.

This is just one line-up of the band, who offer a range of line-ups - from a traditional 3 piece ceilidh band up to a 9 piece combined ceilidh & covers ba ...show more

Based on an Irish Session Band, they can also include American and English if desired. The band have gone through a number of line-up changes since its inception in 2005 with the current line-up having been together for two years. Bringing traditional music and dance to East Anglia with this English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band. Between them they play banjo, guitar, piano accordion, violin, mandolin, bodhran, penny whistle and keyboard with additional percussive input from cymbal and tambourine.

The band enjoys playing a mix of Irish, English and American folk songs and has earned a reputa ...show more

Looking for a barndance, square dance or ceilidh for your event? It's one of the best ways of involving everyone, young and old, in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. This barn dance band will make it easy, fun and memorable. You can hire this English Barn Dance Band for your dance in East Anglia. What's more, you can either leave the choice of music and dances entirely up to them, or you can tailor the whole evening to your particular requirements. They are a professional band, happy to travel anywhere in the UK to play for your ceilidh, square dance or barn dance. ...show more

This is a troupe of traditional musicians, dynamic dancers and crazy callers determined to spread the word that the Hoe Down is a-happenin'! From Hoxton to Humberside, from Amnesty International to Bestival, the band are putting ceili back on the map. An ideal English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in East Anglia. . This "Anarchic Hillbilly Barn Dancing Squad" will bring a rip-roaring, thigh-slapping, pavement-stomping, exhilarating, heart-thumping, blood-pumping barn dance to your event. While the banjo and the fiddle set the tone, the callers instruct the ...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. Planning a traditional English dance in East Anglia? Then this English Barn Dance Band could be for you. 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

The AT Barn Dance Band are a three piece band, consisting of 2 musicians playing fiddle and melodeon, and the caller. They have been providing vibrant, exciting dance music for weddings, family parties and social events in and around Kent for over 20 years. Bringing traditional music and dance to East Anglia with this English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band. They have all the expertise and experience to ensure that you and your guests have a highly enjoyable and memorable time! Small and tidy, they can fit into tight spaces but they make a lively fulsome sound. The emphasis during your event wil ...show more

The AQ Band are an experienced and fun ceilidh band. Between them they have played at venues from the Albert Hall to the village hall both at home and abroad. Events include
Scottish - Marriott Grosvenor Square Burns Night, St Georges Hill Tennis Club Burns Night, British Chamber of Commerce Latvia Burns Night
Irish - Box Hill School St Patricks Night, Trafalgar Square Irish Festival stage
General - Glastonbury, Brighton Festival, Cite de la Musique Paris, Celebrity Weddings, Folk Prom Alber ...show more

The DS Ceilidh duo is a 'micro ceilidh' band made up of box/bass drum and caller/whistles/flutes, perfect for smaller spaces or budgets. An ideal English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in East Anglia. They can also offer less familiar instruments, such as cornamuse, hulusi and bagpipes, and they can sing songs while your dancers get their breath back! The musicians have years of experience playing in ceilidh bands and their repertoire covers English, Scottish, Irish, American and some French.

The SB Band are a BARN DANCE BAND - that's what they are - they do barn dances. Some people call them ceilidhs but they just do good old English country dances, to tunes from Britain and America, and make no bones about it. Planning a traditional English dance in East Anglia? Then this English Barn Dance Band could be for you. If you want a good dance and plenty of laughs, this band has the lot - and they can be yours for your party, wedding or event!

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 SB Band offer a full evening's entertainment of music for dancing or songs for listening or a mixture of both. Bringing traditional music and dance to East Anglia with this English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band. 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 ...show more

The CB Ceilidh/ Barn Dance Band is normally a five-piece band with an occasional guest caller and/or additional musicians as and when required. Located close to the channel ports, and is ideal for bookings in Europe, having already played Germany, France and Luxembourg. A popular Ceilidh (pronounced kay-lee) or Barn Dance can include; Shannon Bells, The Bridge of Athlone, Drops of Brandy, Flying Scotsman, Gay Gordon's, Strip the Willow, Haste to the Wedding, The Dashing White Sergeant and many m ...show more

The RJ Barndance Band play traditional Folk music for Barn Dances and Ceilidh, spanning all of the different flavours from the different corners of the British Isles. They play English, Irish, Scottish and American tunes, and can also offer an authentic Scottish ceilidh experience with full Highland dress. They play with the minimum of amplification and all instruments are acoustic. An ideal English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in East Anglia. All the musicians are very experienced, and their caller will ensure that everyone has a good time!

The TB are a lively wedding & events folk band. Planning a traditional English dance in East Anglia? Then this English 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 are carefully t ...show more

The TB are a lively wedding & events ceilidh/barndance band. Bringing traditional music and dance to East Anglia with this English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band. 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 ...show 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. You can hire this English Barn Dance Band for your dance in East Anglia. 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!