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Cumbria Ceilidh Band is a Carlisle, Cumbria-based collective providing live music and discos for wedding celebrations. This popular ceilidh band is celebrated for their highly skilled musicians and talent for making any occasion unforgettable. They have served over 1,000 couples across England and Scotland, from Cockermouth to Columbia. From Scottish, Irish, and English ceilidh music to folk, country, rock and pop, they'll truly deliver the ceilidh of your dreams. They serve Cumbria, Lake District, Northumberland, Dumfries and Galloway, and the Scottish Borders.

Services Offered

When you book Cumbria Ceilidh Band, you'll have the option to choose between a two and six-piece ceilidh band, depending on your venue size and budget. You'll also be treated to a dedicated dance caller to guide you and your guests through all the classic dance steps. After an initial consultation, you can explore their database of over 8,000 songs covering many genres and decades. Your bespoke setlist can include anything from their repertoire, and they're happy to learn your favourite songs for an unforgettable first dance. After your live sets, you can also opt for a late-night DJ, who will keep the dance floor packed and full of energy all night long. All bookings include a custom setlist, a dance caller, expert sound and lighting, and a reliable point of contact for support.

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Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Ceremony music
Entertainment
DJ
Other (Ceilidh Band with Dance Caller Live Covers and Disco/DJ)

What is included in the wedding package?

There are few different options for booking the band THE CEILIDH BAND ONLY - WITH DANCE CALLER THE CEILIDH BAND (WITH CALLER) AND DISCO/DJ (MOST POPULAR) CEEILIDH COVERS AND DISCO

How far in advance should I contact you?

As soon as you decide you want a band for your wedding you get in touch to discuss the greatest party of your lives

What style of music do you offer?

Disco
Rock
Regional
Latest hits
Folk
Other (Scottish/Irish/English Ceilidh Dance Music Scottish and Irish Folk Songs Country, Rock and Pop)

Type of musical group:

DJ
Band
Duet
Trio
Solo
Soloist

Size of group:

Soloist
Small (2 - 3 musicians)
Medium (4 - 6 musicians)

Repertoire:

Ceilidh Dances; Gay Gordons Dashing White Sergeant Military Two Step St Bernards Waltz Strip the Willow Flying Scotsman Cumberland Square eight Orcadian Strip the Willow

Is it possible to request something that's not in the repertoire?

Yes bo problem, if we are able to learn your request we'd love to, if for some reason we can't we can play it via MP3

What's your experience?

The band have been together for ten years and have performed at over 1000 weddings both as a band and as soloists

Do you have your own equipment?

Yes

Do you need specific materials or conditions to offer your service?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, we are willing to travel anywhere, but usually we are booked to play in Cumbria, Lake District, Northumberland, Dumfries and Galloway and the Scottish Borders

Is there a charge for travelling?

Yes, the will all be discuss on booking

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals?

With a team

What is the length of time of the act?

When you book the band you have us for up to 4 hours, anything longer will be pre arranged and agreed by both parties

How much time do you need to prepare for an act?

we only need 60 mins ish or less

Do you do open-air acts?

Yes

Do you charge per hour or per event?

Per event

If needed, would you be able to work extra hours?

Yes

How do you charge extra time?

This will all be discussed when the band are booked for the event

What are the forms of payment?

We ask for a small deposit to secure the date and booking confirmation, the outstanding balance to be paid in full in cash on the evening unless otherwise agreed
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Kerry G. Sent on 22/02/2020
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awesome ceilidh band

Hi Guys, thank you so music for playing at our wedding, you really made it special for us and our guests, and we have never seen a ceilidh like it, the music and dance calling were amazing and so was the dance calling, the disco was also outstanding!! 5* all the way. Highly reccommended!
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