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The Finest Ceilidh Bands Inverness Has to Offer for Your Wedding or Event
FixTheMusic has an amazing selection of ceilidh bands for hire in Inverness. Our professional musicians have played at hotels, pubs and music festivals across the UK.
If you're struggling to find the right ceilidh band to hire for your wedding reception, birthday party or other private event in Inverness, submit an enquiry form and FixTheMusic will put you in direct contact with some amazing local acts.
Most of our ceilidh musicians have trained at the UK's leading music conservatoires from the Guildhall School of Music in London to The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland in Glasgow.
Whether you’re sorting music for your wedding, 18th or 80th birthday party, or you’re hosting an office or corporate party, book the perfect local ceilidh band to celebrate the occasion and get all your guests dancing!
FixTheMusic makes it easy to compare quotes from the best wedding ceilidh bands Inverness has to offer.
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At FixTheMusic, we list top-quality ceilidh bands that have been selected by invitation only.
When you submit an enquiry, you'll receive quotes directly from available bands so you can compare them by watching their videos, reading their reviews and by asking them any questions you might have via our secure messaging system.
To get quotes from similar bands, submit an enquiry and receive bespoke offers for your event within hours.
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Reviews from local events in Highland
“We (and all of our guests) thoroughly enjoyed the Circassian Ceilidh Band’s performance at our wedding! Everyone enjoyed getting out on the dance floor and the band did a great job of calling the ceilidhs. The majority of our guests had never been to a ceilidh before, but with the band’s help, people danced right up until the last song. They are professional and communicative - great to deal with throughout the booking process. I would recommend them for anyone looking for a ceilidh band!”
Booked Circassian Ceilidh Band for a wedding at Loch Ness Country House Hotel, Inverness
“Thank you so much for providing the music for my husbands 40th birthday party and taking the time to show the guests the various dance moves. You made it a great night with great music. ”
Booked The Inverness Ceilidh Band for a birthday party at Conon Hotel, Dingwall, UK
“We booked The Edinburgh Ceilidh band for our wedding near Inverness and we were so happy that we did. Most of our guests had never been to a ceilidh before so it was important that we had clear instructions for each dance, and Matthew did this perfectly. The ceilidh was a highlight of the day for everyone and we would recommend this band to anyone who is looking for a ceilidh band for a wedding, or any other event. Matthew was always quick to respond to emails beforehand which eases the stress when planning a wedding (or any event!)”
Booked The Edinburgh Ceilidh Band for a wedding at Daviot Steading, Inverness, UK
“The Inverness Ceilidh Band played at our wedding and all we can say is book them! They were fantastic. Our guests haven't stopped talking about how great the band was! They played music to suit everyone with some guests putting in requests. Euan even gave us a ceilidh dance lesson. The songs they sang and the instruments they used created such a great atmosphere all the guests were dancing. Great musicians and vocalists. They really made our wedding reception an unforgettable night!”
“Where do I even begin … I can’t recommend the Inverness Ceilidh Band enough! They were absolutely brilliant from start to finish!! 😊 They are an incredible band, obviously both very talented musicians who didn’t seem to get a note wrong the whole night! But as well, they were such friendly, kind and fun guys who set an amazing tone and created an amazing atmosphere for my husband’s 40th birthday ceilidh. We had heaps of children at the party, and Euan and Mark had everyone up dancing young and old!! Their correspondence was excellent and everything about their service was 100%…Thanks so much Euan and Mark for the best night none of us will soon forget!!”
Booked The Inverness Ceilidh Band for a birthday party at Farr Community Hall, Inverness
“I had the band booked for my clients' wedding and welcome party at Erchless Castle - they were so friendly and did a great job! The guests all travelled across from the States and had never done any ceilidh dancing before, so it went down a treat. Euan was great to work with and I'd highly recommend them. Thanks again!”
“From start to finish, I cannot say enough about how much we and our wedding guests enjoyed Hup. We felt they really were a part of our celebrations. From initial contact, comms and on the night itself, simply fantastic people who literally raised the roof. So many comments on the sound and quality, just epic.”
“Matthew and his colleague joined us for a family party and played a great ceilidh for us. For budget reasons I had booked only the two piece band but I got a fantastic set. They called the dances and remained in great spirits when some dancers proved faster learners than others. The band provided their own equipment which sounded fantastic, they were punctual and were great at communicating with me upfront. All in all I can highly recommend these guys. Thanks for making our evening very special!”
“Robbie and the band were a hit at our Isle of Skye wedding. They provided the perfect atmosphere for our ceremony and reception dinner that many of our guests praised afterwards. Also, they deftly led us Americans through two ceilidh dances that added such a fun element to the evening! During the planning stages, Robbie was quick and thorough in his responses and we really felt like they were the perfect band for our vision of the day. An incredible experience — thank you!”
“Our event was covered by Circassian Ceilidh Band and they truly added the perfect finish to a perfect event. The boys arrived on time and set-up without any complications. They were friendly, professional, yet blended in well into the relaxed atmosphere of the day. They then proceeded to play for several hours for the ceilidh, talking us through each dance before it started. They accompanied us with great musical skills, which was very much enjoyed by all of us. Between the dances, they gave us all a good rest and played some of their own, beautiful music. It's a great credit to the band to hit just the right balance between dancing and giving the dancers a rest - and these guys managed it perfectly. They bore with us as the ceilidh break was hijacked for a bit of ballroom dancing, and they even went along letting us turn down the lights for the Auld Lang Syne, a truly magical end to a great evening. We are very thankful to have had these guys along, and would thoroughly recommend them!”
“Scottish Tetrathlon set Ceilidh Fire a stern task, keep 150 tetrathletes from Scotland, England, Wales, Ireland, Northern Ireland and the Isle of Man, and 150+ of their parents with limited ceilidh experience happy. Wow, what a night it was. Thank you very much for a night that they will remember forever. Well done you guys.”
Whether You Want a Traditional Wedding Ceilidh or Barn Dance, Our Bands Cover All Musical Styles
FixTheMusic is proud to present a talented range of Inverness ceilidh bands who work in a number of musical styles. We have acoustic lineups who play authentic instruments like the fiddle, flute, tin whistle, accordion, hammered dulcimer and bodhrán drum, and who specialise in traditional Gaelic music such as jigs, reels, hornpipes, polkas, slip-jigs, strathspeys and waltzes from both Scotland and Ireland.
FixTheMusic is free for event planners to use – bands provide quotes directly to you.
We also have a hand-picked selection of modern ceilidh covers bands for hire who add drums, electric guitar, electric violin and vocals to the mix, and are able to perform contemporary pop covers in the ceilidh style, as well as related hybrid forms such as English folk music, folk rock, Irish rock and traditional Americana and country music.
Old-time American barn dances are proving increasingly popular with FixTheMusic’s clients, and very much suit the rise of rustic and natural wedding receptions.
Alongside barn dancing and country music, our ceilidh bands also cater to line dancing, northeastern rants and other folk-related dance forms such as the Irish stepdance and set dancing. Of course, traditional Scottish ceilidh bands are the most popular option for weddings in the UK, so we list a hand-picked selection of the finest Scottish ceilidh bands Inverness can offer.
Many of our ceilidh bands in Inverness also provide a DJ and disco service, as well as pop and rock covers – such bands are often called "ceilidh and covers bands".
Many of our musicians graduated from local universities and music colleges in the area and have extensive gigging experience at nearby venues, as well as across the rest of the UK.
How Much Does a Ceilidh Band in Inverness Cost to Hire?
Prices vary according to the size of the band, how many sets they play and how far they have to travel to get to your event. Our system ensures that great ceilidh bands operating out of Inverness are notified first to minimise travel costs, so you can be sure you’re getting the best price.
Ceilidh soloists on FixTheMusic generally start at £325. The average price for hiring a ceilidh band in Scotland is £862, which includes a caller who is able to teach your guests the dance steps and lead them through each dance. It is especially important to book the right ceilidh caller as this sets the tone for your evening's entertainment.
To get an accurate quote, it’s best to talk to the band themselves. Make an enquiry to be put in direct contact with our best local musicians, and you’ll be able to discuss details such as dress code, your favourite songs, PA hire, lighting and parking.
FixTheMusic’s musicians are always willing to negotiate, particularly if you can help provide them with equipment and catering, and they actively want to make your event a success and get your guests dancing.
Our musicians have public liability insurance and PAT tested equipment, so make an enquiry today and you'll be amazed at how simple and effective FixTheMusic is.
Inverness ceilidh bands are increasingly choosing FixTheMusic to showcase their talents, so submit an enquiry to hear directly from them.
About FixTheMusic
FixTheMusic is a secure platform for hiring amazing professional wedding bands and musicians anywhere in the world. And it's completely free to use.
Founded in 2015 by two brothers who share a passion for great live music, FixTheMusic is a new way to find and book hand-picked bands for weddings, private parties, corporate events and charity events.
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As professional musicians, we realised how difficult it can be for event planners to find and book musicians for their event. So we decided to make it easy.
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Beyond the UK, FixTheMusic has helped clients find amazing local musicians and book UK-based bands for destination weddings and events as far afield as Cyprus, France, Malta, Monaco, Ibiza, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Switzerland, Germany, Belgium, Luxembourg, Croatia, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sweden, Norway, Finland, the Netherlands, Iceland, Finland, Poland, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Oman, Egypt, Tunisia, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Turkey, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Guinea, India, Israel, the Dominican Republic, Singapore and China.
We are the world's leading specialists in providing outstanding bands for weddings in France, Italy, Greece (and the Greek islands, especially Santorini), Spain, Portugal and Croatia.
We have ambitious plans to grow internationally over the coming years — we want FixTheMusic to be the first port of call for discovering and booking outstanding local musicians throughout the world.
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As well as offering only a carefully curated selection of hand-picked bands and musicians, we strive to provide world-class customer service so you can book with complete confidence. See what our clients say in our verified reviews.
FixTheMusic was a finalist in the Parmee Prize for Entrepreneurs at Pembroke College, Cambridge.
We have been an official supplier with Rock My Wedding. They choose only the very best wedding suppliers and we're proud that they invited us to join their hand-picked selection of outstanding suppliers.
We have become the first port-of-call for British couples looking to hire the finest wedding bands UK has to offer.
Having provided the live music entertainment for thousands of weddings and events worldwide, we were often asked by clients if we provided other entertainers aside from bands.
We now offer a full range of entertainment options for weddings and corporate events, from fire dancers and magicians to acrobats and stilt walkers, including other professionals such as wedding photographers.
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