Black Isle Ceilidh Band – Lively Ceilidhs in Inverness and Across the Highlands!
If you’re looking for a ceilidh band, the Black Isle Ceilidh Band are one of the best out there! Lively ceilidh sets from whistles, guitar and fiddle provide the energy guaranteed to get everyone up on their feet. The Black Isle Ceilidh Band have a busy schedule and play weddings, functions and events all year round. Dance calling is provided for all events, and we are equally at ease running novice dancers through the steps as we are playing to veteran ceilidh goers.
Wedding Dances & Parties
The Black Isle Ceilidh Band perform regularly for weddings and functions. We have a friendly approach, with infectious toe tapping tunes and dance calling to ensure everyone can join in the fun. Our group is especially busy with weddings during the summer months so make sure to book well in advance.
Community Ceilidhs
Our band are a firm favourite for community ceilidhs. We regularly perform locally on the Black Isle, Inverness and elsewhere in the Highlands. Peak periods for community ceilidh dances are around Christmas and New Year, and for national celebrations such as Burns Night, so plan ahead!
Accessible for All
Our ceilidh band have lots of experience adapting to different audiences. In 2022, we set up Cool Ceilidhs for Kids, which provided workshops to Black Isle families with children, supported by Creative Scotland. We promote an open and inclusive ethos at all our ceilidhs.
Old Favourites and More
The Black Isle Ceilidh Band have a diverse repertoire of traditional dances, including all the classics such as the Canadian Barn Dance, Gay Gordons, Dashing White Sergeant, Military Two Step, Strip the Willow….The band would normally include a few new ceilidh dances that you may not have done before, as well as some fun ceilidh dances for families if children are taking part. The band also perform traditional Scottish and Irish songs, should you wish to take a short break from ceilidh dancing at any point and get your breath back!
Ceilidh Venues
We’ve had the pleasure of performing at many venues across Inverness and the Highlands. Popular wedding venues in Inverness include the Kingsmills Hotel, Drumossie Hotel and Bogbain Farm, where we’ve helped create lively, memorable celebrations with ceilidh dancing for guests of all ages.
We regularly perform at stunning Highland castles such as Skibo Castle, Ardross Castle and Aldourie Castle, as well as unique venues like Strathpeffer Pavilion, each offering its own special atmosphere and style.
Whether it’s an elegant wedding reception, a private party or a community event in a village hall, we adapt our music and calling style to suit the space, the crowd and the energy in the room. From grand settings to more relaxed and informal spaces, we tailor every ceilidh dance to suit the occasion.
View the full list of Highland wedding and events venues here
Reviews
“A big thanks to you, for delivering a great evening… the mix of new and familiar dances was just right and many said they had a most enjoyable night…”
TP Speyside
“You all went absolutely above and beyond and really helped the evening go amazingly! Cannot thank you all enough. Looking forward to seeing you all again at the next one! “
WU Inverness
“Many thanks for a great ceilidh last night. The family were all delighted and it was a very happy ending to our family reunion…”
KK London
“I wanted to extend a heartfelt thank you for bringing the joyous tradition of the ceilidh to the delegates of the symposium… The ceilidh was met with tremendous enthusiasm… Your guidance and instruction were both encouraging and crystal-clear, turning what could have been a chaotic shuffle into a spirited and elegant Highland experience. The music, lively and perfectly timed, swept everyone along and created a truly magical atmosphere. Thank you once again for your energy, patience and for sharing a piece of Scottish tradition with such flair…”
MMR Inverness
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