the ceilidh band – are based in Birmingham. We play traditional English folk dance tunes along with a dance caller for weddings, birthday celebrations, student dances, private events, fetes, garden parties and other social occasions. We play at venues in Birmingham and the Midlands but also venture further afield on occasions.
Personnel
Steve “Fiddler” – Fiddle (however mainly on guitar these days)
Dave “Speedy” – Melodeons (a variety of them)
Lizzie – Fiddle
Alex – Drums
Nigel – Bass (plus Guitar as and when)
Guest Musicians
Fraser (taking a back seat at the moment) – Five String Viola (plus occasional other instruments)
Paul – Drums
Mark – Bass, Tuba & Sousaphone
Mike – “Spanish” Guitar
Naglis (once he’s got his wheels!) – Melodeon
We’re also looking forward to working with Rod on Guitar in the near future
We primarily work with dance callers Jono & Arnold plus Nicola & Ollie Simons
plus we’ve got a couple of gigs lined up with Bob starting with Avon Dasset on 3rd August 2024
If you wish to enquire about booking us for an event call Steve on 07745 893555
E mail: info@theceilidhband.co.uk
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