Browse professional Ceilidh Bands available for hire in Dorset.
Our musicians have many years experience between them having performed in Bands both in the South West and the South East.
The band have a first class self- contained PA system which is also equipp…
Distance: 0 miles
This Barn Dance & Ceilidh Band create a unique sound of an energetic Ceilidh dance/concert band combining Highland, Northumbrian and Border bagpipes, with a blend of bass and rhythmic guitar, melodoeo…
Distance: 6 miles
Many years experience with barn dance/ceilidh bands. Also street entertainer for cancer charities.…
Distance: 49 miles
Described in one newspaper as ‘raw, endlessly energetic Irish folk’, this 4-piece band produces a huge variety of tunes and songs both modern and traditional that satisfies the widest spectrum of …
Distance: 51 miles
'Great CD, with shades of Swarbrick' (of Farewell to Reason)
Brendan Curran, Aviemore Festival
'the vocals reflect confidence and experience'
Unicorn Folk Magazine
‘Superb set, real…
Distance: 52 miles
Far and away the best exponents of traditional dance music for miles around and leagues beneath.
Amiable and fun, catering for all dancing abilities.
The band comprises:
Graham Brand (concerti…
Distance: 59 miles
As a four piece, we have a singer/guitarist and uilleann pipes/flute/whistle/dobro/box, cittern/mandolin and bass/percussion. Ceilidh band is a 5 piece including caller.
Whatever lineup you pick, …
Distance: 59 miles
This great band are available for all occasions including weddings birthdays and PTA events. Their fees are very reasonable.
Dave has played accordion for about 25 years and has played in other ban…
Distance: 62 miles
Fantastic for corporate functions, engagement parties, wedding receptions, birthday celebrations, or fund-raising events, although we are flexible and will happily adapt for other occasions
You ca…
Distance: 70 miles
Sought after entertainment band usually three piece. Top quality music and expert calling with demonstrations to explain the dances and moves to audiences of all abilities . Have played all over the U…
Distance: 71 miles
The bands music and dance draws on the rich traditional folk music repertoire of Wales, England, Ireland and Scotland and will light up your wedding celebration, barn dance or event. The band performs…
Distance: 72 miles
The band offers an enjoyable programme of songs and instrumentals played with unpretentious excellence by experienced musicians which is suitable for weddings, corporate events,and private parties or…
Distance: 75 miles
Your wedding day is important to you, and it’s important to know that everything is in hand.
We have a few different wedding services that we can offer, but we are also flexible – so if you wan…
Distance: 78 miles
Our line up of fiddle, guitar, bass and drums adds extra punch and drive to our ceilidh sets and gives us the flexibility to play a wide repertoire of songs. We can provide a full night of ceilidh, a …
Distance: 79 miles
They are lucky to have a pool of fantastic players to call on including:: Tim Webb; guitar & vocals. Mick Emerson; fiddle. Paul Richards; bass, bohdran & whistle. Debby Webb (Miss Dixie); calling & …
Distance: 81 miles
Perfect for all types of barn dances, and their charismatic caller will have everyone up and dancing even if they have never done any type of barn dancing or line dancing before.
It's fun all the w…
Distance: 81 miles
Guaranteed NO long boring ballads or anything obscure, This entertainer is all about FUN!
Just a great mixture of all the well known Irish songs, along with jigs, reels and hornpipes.
Offers a s…
Distance: 82 miles
The band features vocals, guitar, mandolin and banjos, but for some bookings a fiddle player and other musicians can be added.
Both musicians are very accomplished with many years of experience. E…
Distance: 83 miles
The caller, one of the most energetic around, will have everyone on their feet from the first dance onwards - the other band members have all played in numerous rock, pop or classical groups and creat…
Distance: 85 miles
This is a true Scottish Dance Band, continually growing their vast repetoire of Scottish Dance music. They thrive most on collecting, compiling and playing the very best sets of Scottish Dance musi…
Distance: 89 miles
Established 30 years, we are a 3-piece Traditional Scottish Dance Band, consisting of Accordion, Fiddle, Side Drum and working with a Caller.
We have a vast and evolving, repertoire of Jigs/Reels and…
Distance: 89 miles
This group pulls together a pool of well experienced traditional and folk musicians to provide top quality music for dancing, listening to or singing along with. members of the group are professional …
Distance: 90 miles
The band includes melodeon, fiddle, cello,piano, flute, vocals and percussion. A caller is available for ceilidhs…
Distance: 91 miles
Perfect for Weddings, Parties, Anniversaries, Birthdays
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Distance: 93 miles
The band plays a range of live acoustic Celtic moods, ranging from dynamic, charging, stomping, electric and vibrant floor-fillers to lift your spirits; spanning across to soulful, poignant ballads an…
Distance: 97 miles
A versatile and lively Ceilidh, Barn Dance, Irish and Folk Rock band guaranteed to get feet tapping and people dancing. With hundreds of gigs under their belt, they deliver a fantastic night of entert…
Distance: 97 miles
We are five musicians with a wide range of musical tastes and experience, who use high quality instruments and amplification. We play old and new folk tunes and teach dances from all over the British…
Distance: 98 miles
Three piece band with button accordion/fiddle/ tin whsitle player, guitar/ mandolin/ bodhran player and a singer guitarist. Additional players can be added upon request. …
Distance: 98 miles
Anything from a duo to a six-piece, amplified or acoustic, with or without a caller.
All the musicians have been performing, touring and recording for many years.
The band are both sensitive to…
Distance: 99 miles
The band are a tight outfit based in Brighton. Traditional jigs, reels, hornpipes and slip-jigs are played for dances or listening/entertainment. Irish, scots and Breton dance tunes. …
Distance: 100 miles
Their unique combination of traditional tunes and dances with the modern, funky rhythm section of a function band, provides a level of quality that you wont get with other bands!
As seen on BBC2, C…
Distance: 100 miles
We work with professional callers for ceilidhs / barn dances. Our dances are especially good for beginners as everyone is included - children too - with clear, friendly instructions to make sure nobo…
Distance: 100 miles
Yes — all Ceilidh Bands listed on this page travel across Dorset.
Absolutely — Ceilidh Bands regularly perform at events, parties and celebrations throughout Dorset.
Ceilidh Bands in Dorset perform at weddings, private parties, corporate events and themed celebrations.
It’s best to book early, especially for weekends and busy seasons in Dorset.
Yes — most Ceilidh Bands can tailor their performance to suit your event in Dorset.