Professional ceilidh bands can make your day a real 'Scottish highland wedding ... yee hah'!
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.
Best Before Midnight: 5 piece
A good and balanced mix of covers and ceilidh in a professional 5 piece group, with superb male vocals. Best Before Midnight are a fun band who makes sure everyone has a good time. The band is a collaboration of versatile and richly talented musicians with an enviable wealth of experience in the music business, performing many styles from classical music to jazz.
Gallivanters: 5 piece
The Gallivanters are based in Perthshire and play all over Scotland and offer Ceilidh dance music plus some covers including Buddy Holly, Everly Brothers and The Beatles. The five piece Ceilidh group blends the sounds of accordion, double bass, fiddle, guitar, mandolin and whistles, which provides a dynamic yet traditional sound.
Hotscotch: 3 piece group
HotScotch as a three piece group and play a fabulous range of contemporary as well as traditional Scottish dance music, which is perfect for wedding reception entertainment, where you want something fun, lively and brings the whole party together. HotScotch blend accordion, fiddle and drums for music that your guests will love. A disco and lighting package can be included.
Joanie & Michael Garvin:accordion and fiddle duo
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!
Jura Ceilidh Band: Scotland's best kept secret!
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.
Reel Ale Ceilidh Band: Traditional dance band, based central Scotland
The Reel Ale Ceilidh Band are based in central Scotland and travel throughout the country for weddings and special events. They're a traditional dance band including professional calling for all the dances. The musicians are extremely professional and have many years experience playing for weddings and functions. They include a great range of ceilidh music, plus songs and clarsach as an addition.
Stuart Anderson Ceilidh Band: Based Scottish Borders, versatile and professional
The Stuart Anderson Ceilidh Band is a traditional band based in the Scottish Borders but are well travelled through the UK and the world. Featuring Stuart Anderson on accordion, the band has a varied and professional line-up including fiddle, keyboards, drums and bass. Calling for all the dances is including with the band, plus some great instructional videos are available direct from Stuart.
The Reel Fling: 3 piece energetic Glasgow group including disco
The Reel Fling are based in Glasgow offering upbeat, energetic and innovative entertainment. Although they are a group of three, there is room for upscaling if you're having a large party. They pride themselves on being unique which is achieved through their energy and enthusiasm that they share with their audience at every single event. A disco can also be provided so that there's something to suit everyone.
How to Book Your Live Music
You can book your musicians using our very easy to use Booking Service. We provide an agreement for each booking so there are no misunderstandings. You get the very best deal and you're completely covered should something go wrong before your event or on the day.
Plus, we're always here to talk to you 6 days a week between 9am and 9pm. Just call us on 01631 730469 or email info@musenexus.co.uk.
Wedding Ceremony Music
- Singers - Classical, Soprano, Folk, Jazz, Pop
- Pipers - Bagpipers, Pipe Bands
- Harpists - Classical, Clarsach, Scottish, Concert
- Pianists - Easy Listening, Classical, Jazz
- Classical Guitarists - Jazz, Classical, Celtic
- Soloists - Something a little different!
- String Quartets - Strings, Orchestral, Classical
Wedding Reception Music
- Duos & Trios - all styles & moods
- Classical Musicians - ensembles, quartets, trios
- Jazz Groups - Gypsy Jazz, Rat Pack, Swing
- Ceilidh Bands - Ceilidh Bands, Celtic Bands
- Celtic Bands - Scottish & Irish Bands
- Wedding & Cover Bands - Cover, Pop & Rock
- Tribute Bands
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Testimonials
'Using MuseNexus made the process of finding and securing a band for our wedding so simple. The service was always impeccable and we could not have been happier with our musicians. Our dancefloor was full all night.'
.... Michelle and Derek Darling, August 2009
'You made the whole process of finding musicians so easy. The website was excellent and very informative - the music clips were especially helpful in making our choice. The best thing was that you were available to give advice and make the booking at the weekend! An added bonus for a busy person trying to organise a wedding in her spare time!'
.... Kirsty and James Ryan, London
'The service was seamless and perfect from beginning to end. A friendly and trustworthy service that any bride will be able to place her trust in 100%.'
..... Eva and Mati Parkhouse
'Heeeeeeee-ugh! Wahey! They were fab! Any ceilidh group who can make grown English men behave like 4 year old boys are worth their weight in gold!'
.... Rose and Trevor, London
'Friendly, open-minded, very eager to help and anticipate the mood of the event. Found us the perfect piper for the occasion. Thanks a million!'
..... Mickey and Michelle Butler






