Questions commonly asked
(& answered!)

Can we come to see you play?

We do perform village hall type gigs every year, the majority in the winter, but most are private functions. We can let you know if there are any public ceilidhs coming up & if not, any functions you could discreetly see. We would, of-course, have to clear this with our clients & we wouldn't be able to discuss plans on such an evening. Better to contact us the next day.

There are 3 MP3 files you can listen to on the Dances page (ceilidh tunes)

How long do you need to set up?

We usually arrive one hour before starting to give us time to set up and sound check

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How long do you play for?

 Usually 4 hours with a 40 min break for weddings (as a 5 piece) & for 3 hours (2x1.5 hour sets) at ceilidhs as a 4 piece but let us know your requirements. You can see the different charges at our Prices Page. We are usually pleased to play on later when requested for our set fee (currently £75 / 30 mins), though occasionally, there are logistical problems to this. We play an MP3 player through the break. Perhaps you'd prefer us to use yours??, please bring it along!

How 'live' are you?

 
Very! What you see is what you get. It's the advantage of technophobia! What is a sequencer anyway?

How will you dress?

 

We always dress appropriately. The caller will generally be Kilted up for weddings and functions (& of course the ladies are always impeccably dressed!). For a village hall or out-door ceilidh we used to be a little more relaxed

Will you be too loud?

 

 

Our priority is to keep the dancers up but often at weddings, some people just want to listen & talk. We balance the volume to suit both dancers & those wishing to relax, listen & talk.

 

Do you accept more than one booking a day?

  
No! 'once a knight' is enough for any of us!

What are your terms of payment?

 

 An not refundable >20% deposit is required on booking confirmation. The remainder is payable on the night in cash - at the latest, please, by the interval.
 
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