A professional ceilidh band will make your day a real 'Scottish highland wedding'!

So when in Scotland do as the Scots do. Scottish ceilidh bands are a great way to enjoy a Scottish wedding and have a real 'hoolie' of a time. All our wedding bands come with callers so even the most novice dancers can enjoy themselves while being talked through the dances.

Plus, some groups will add a range of Celtic music or even a disco. Take a closer look at the bands below and listen to their music samples.

Ensuring you get quality musicians

We guarantee our bands will give you a great party atmosphere and ensure that your guests are having a great time, all night long. We audition every band in MuseNexus so you can be assured they're professional, reliable and will give you the music you want.

Scotland, National, International

Alistair Lennox - Thistle Dubh

Thistle Dubh Ceilidh Band are a creative, energetic and vibrant ceilidh band who will ensure that their music is enjoyed by the novice, discerning dancer and musical enthusiast alike. All dances will be called by the band if required, ensuring a memorable ceilidh experience. Also, the band offers a popular Disco package to compliment their ceilidh music. A full night of fun, frivolity and some serious dancing!

Scotland, National, International

Joanie & Michael Garvin

Michael and Joanie's music expresses the soul of the wild West Highlands and Coast, playing that's fluid and soulful, as synchronised as birds in flight and matching the mood of their audience whether for listening and dancing but when you hear the tempo goes up you'll be hard pressed to keep your feet still!

Aberdeen, North East Scotland

Celidh Stomp

Ceilidh Stomp are a highly successful ceilidh band based in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Scotland with a reputation for providing a dynamic, up-tempo, fun ceilidh at any event. The band has considerable experience playing at weddings, corporate functions, special birthdays and fund raisers. Ever movin' ceilidh crackin' floor bashin' toe tappin' heel stompin' wheelin' flyin' comin' dancin' wi Ceilidh Stomp.

Scotland, National, International

Jura Ceilidh Band

JCB are Scotland's best kept secret! A phenomenal group that adds a contemporary flair to traditional, folk, Celtic and Scottish music and songs. Great variety to keep the feet tapping and people laughing. This band is lead by the wonderful Scots singer, Ross Kennedy. No other band will provide songs from Scotland and beyond.

Scotland, National

The Reel Fling

The Reel Fling are a three piece ceilidh band based in Glasgow, offering upbeat, energetic and innovative entertainment. We have performed at many venues all over the country and our uniqueness comes from our energy and enthusiasm that we bring to every single night. Thought goes into preparing for every function, to ensure the enjoyment of our audience. Disco an option.

More Great Bands:

The following bands are Associate Members of MuseNexus and are also highly recommended. They have been verified and checked for quality musicianship. They can be booked through our Booking Service (call 01631 730469) or you can contact them directly via email.

Scotland

Chittery Bite

A fun and versatile ceilidh band that will ensure everyone has a good time. A caller will make sure everyone can do the dances. Songs both traditional and contemporary will entertain all. Listen Now!

Aberdeenshire

Danse McCabre

Danse McCabre is a unique and fun ceilidh band, not only because they are 'THE all-girl ceilidh band' in North Scotland, but also because their professionalism and quality of musicianship really stands out. They will ensure that your wedding is a huge success! Listen Now!

Scotland, Northern England

Gallivanters

We are a five piece ceilidh band comprising accordion, bass, fiddle, guitar, mandolin and whistles. We play a variety of Scottish and Irish tunes as well as singing Scottish, Irish, Country and even Beatles songs. We call and show the dances to encourage guests to join in the fun. Ceilidh dances also Buddy Holly, Everly Brothers, Beatles.

Scotland, Northern England

Glenelvan

An upbeat ceilidh band, accordion, fiddle, keyboard and drums (or can be duo or trio, with or without a dance caller). Recorded four BBC Radio Scotland's 'Take the Floor' programmes over the past five years. Also, have released a CD.

All Scotland

Neil Sinclair Sound

Traditional ceilidh band available for weddings, parties, ceilidhs, etc. Two, three, four or 5 piece band. We can call all the traditional dances. We can have everyone joining in even if they have never danced before. Based in Argyll but willing to travel anywhere.

Stirling, Glasgow, Edinburgh

The Skelpit Lug

Long established Stirling band playing lively Scottish and Irish music for weddings, ceilidhs, concerts, etc, with a great atmosphere. 3 to 6 piece includes accordion, fiddle, mandolin, double bass, guitar, bodhran, calling and demonstrating in several languages, and excellent singing. Dance list includes all favourites plus several 'fun' ceilidh dances. Based in Stirling.

Scotland

Whigmaleerie Dance Band

Whigmaleerie is a five-piece group based in Aberdeenshire, North East Scotland. Over 25 years experience and are available for weddings, functions and corporate events. Music includes traditional ceilidh, rock, pop and country. Something for all.

Scottish Borders, Northern England

Stuart Anderson - SJA Music

Based in the Scottish Borders with over 15 years experience playing for weddings, dances, parties and corporate functions. Accordion, fiddle, drums and keyboard. Dance caller also available if required.

MuseNexus - The Musicians Network
Tel: 01631 730 469
Intl: +44 (0)1631 730 469
info@musenexus.co.uk

Here are just a few comments from people who've booked their wedding music with MuseNexus:

 

'JCB's music was exactly the lively, traditional ceilidh music we were after for a wedding with lots of guests from abroad. The calling was easy to folow and it was pretty easy to get people on the dance floor.'
.... Julie & Mark Hutchison, Oct 2009

'Heeeeeeee-ugh! Wahey! They were fab! Any ceilidh band who can make grown English men behave like 4 year old boys are worth their weight in gold!'.... Rose and Trevor, London

'An absolutely fantastic time had by all, whether Scottish, English, American, Swedish or Danish. Everyone joined in and had a wee ball!'
.... Jenna and Russell Morrow

'It was such fun that the Groom could hardly walk the next day! From the dancing, that is!'
..... Claire and Matthew Holgate

'Just a huge amount of fun!'
.... Jenny and John Logue

'Lively, toe-tapping music that no guest could refuse.' .... Susie and Euan Wilson, Benderloch

'Perfect. They read the situation well, were flexible and fitted the setting perfectly. A right good shindig was had by all!' .... Rhona and Michael Timar

 

'We had alot of foreigners at our wedding and we were worried that a ceilidh might be a bit overwhelming for them. The band made it really easy for everyone to join in and have a great time. Fantastic band - we would thoroughly recommend them.'
..... Donna and Millar Reid