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Esther Swift, harp and David Douglas, voice are two Scottish musicians at the beginning of their musical careers. They are both highly sought after performers in their own right with a depth of performance experience. Esther enjoys a varied career with orchestras and as a recitalist and composer. David is an up and coming singer with a breadth of experien ... » View band profile »

Modhan (AKA Allaidh Modhan) are a fresh talent from the exciting modern Celtic music scene in the UK. Heavily influenced by the traditional music of Scotland, Modhan express their extensive range of diverse influences throughout their compositions. Elements of jazz, funk & rock all feature, and sit alongside African grooves and European melodies. The result ... » View band profile »

The Allestri Ensemble are a versatile and stylish string quartet / trio available to play for all kinds of occasion but specialising in providing music for wedding ceremonies and receptions. ... » View band profile »

This Edinburgh based band consists of Iraqi, Scottish, and English musicians led by Mohammed Nafee (Iraqi singer & musician). They perform a selection of Mohammed's favourite Arabic songs throughout all Arab countries, which he performed at parties and celebrations in Iraq. Mohammed is now hosting parties and performing for new audiences around the UK with ... » View band profile »

Best before midnight are a five piece ceilidh and covers band and comprises Phil MacFarlane on fiddle, Fraser Campbell on keyboards, Craig Scott on drums and percussion, Ronald Webster on Bass guitar, electro-accoustic guitar and vocals, Jim Campbell on lead guitar and harmonies. The band is a collaboration of versatile and richly talented musicians with an ... » View band profile »

Formed in early 2005, Brogue’s music consists of original arrangements and interpretations of traditional Scottish songs. As their journey in Scottish music began while living in Southern Africa, their style has taken on a slight African flavour, giving the listener a truly unique Scottish listening experience! Brogue have recorded and released many album ... » View band profile »

Carrie On Dancing is an Edinburgh Based 3 piece ceilidh band, playing ceilidh standards along with some more unusual dances. Carrie is an accomplished fiddler and caller, and is joined by Rob Minns on guitar and Robin Hunter on Drums. Together they will guarantee you a footstomping party! ... » View band profile »

Norman Mackay's Ceilidh Experience originally formed in Edinburgh in 2002. Now the Ceilidh band of choice for Rock stars, soap stars and famous politicians, they have gone on to perform at ceilidhs all over Scotland as well as making regular trips to England, Ireland and Europe. The Ceilidh Experience are renowned for their rock style & high energy performa ... » View band profile »

Scotland's favourite ceilidh band. An enthusiastic, energetic Scottish ceilidh band that never fails to make weddings and ceilidhs a success. The band is based in Scotland but plays all over, covering cities in the UK from Edinburgh and Glasgow to Manchester and London and abroad. They were featured in BBC Radio Scotland's Hogmanay 'Live' show in 2009 and 2 ... » View band profile »

An international band formed in 2009, Celtica - Pipes Rock includes members from Scotland, America and Austria. Featuring two bagpipers, electric guitar, bass, drums and accompanying visuals-their unique blend of fiery rock brings alive the Celtic spirit wherever they perform! The band spent the winter of 2009/10 recording their first album and filming video ... » View band profile »

Celtic Horizon have been full time musicians for many years now. Celtic Horizon formed in 2000 and have toured extensively around the UK and Europe. ... » View band profile »

The Celtic Soul Orchestra combines a unique blend of big beats and soulful grooves with a distinctive Celtic character. The band fuses the soul, funk and disco sounds of Hammond organ, guitar, bass, drums, brass, with fiddle, all performed by exceptional musicians - and finished off with some beautiful vocals. The Celtic Soul Orchestra play an infectious set ... » View band profile »

Daccordianna's original compositions will get you clapping your hands, tapping your feet and smiling at the songs detailing the trials and tribulations of life, love and the universe. Formed in 2009 Daccordianna consists of the lead singer and accordion player Anna Ross, 'The Fox' on fiddle, mandolin, guitar and banjo when and where required, Francesca on d ... » View band profile »

A foot-stomping funky take on classic Brazilian and Afro-Cuban rhythms, Dias combine Latin American folk talents with a tight funk-jazz rhythm section to produce an exciting blend, full of dance, groove and ambient sounds. With added colour from instruments such as the bazouki, conch shell and cuica the Dias take on samba, bossa and salsa beats brings a whol ... » View band profile »

Greig Canning is originally from Cardenden in the Kingdom of Fife. He began learning the bagpipes under the tutelage of Tom Brown at the nearby Lochgelly High School. Playing with the school band Greig achieved success at all of the major pipe band championships in the Novice Juvenile and Juvenile grades as well as achieving notable successes in the junior s ... » View band profile »

Let flute and guitar duo Halfway to Barra create the perfect mood for your wedding or special event, with a mix of mellow vibes, sophisticated sounds and folky favourites. From Cole Porter to traditional tunes and your own special song - tell these talented musicians what you like, and they’ll match their style to yours. Maybe you'd like to walk down the ... » View band profile »

The Homecoming String Band are an energetic celebration of the huge contribution Scotland has made to American Folk Music.

They bring some of the best music back over the Atlantic to find its roots. Old Time songs, ballads from the Appalachian mountains and foot stomping Bluegrass tunes are given a warm welcome home. Beautiful vocal and instrumental a ... » View band profile »

HotScotch offer a vibrant blend of traditional and contemporary Scottish dance music. An exciting mix of accordion, fiddle, and drums will provide just the right atmosphere for a cracking night. All of the ceilidh dances can be called by the band to ensure all can join in whatever their experience. The band caters for all audiences and can include a Disco pa ... » View band profile »

Jafala plays jazz, funk and Latin based music, with a five musician line up of female vocalist, horns and rhythm section. Whether in a concert setting, for dancing, or for background atmosphere they are adept at playing in exactly the right style and volume for your event. ... » View band profile »

The Jazz In Paris project is French-American singer eVe Buigues accompanied by Scottish guitarist Kevin Glasgow. The Jazz In Paris Project bring a fresh and innovative approach to jazz with their original French adaptations of familiar jazz tunes, their unique take on traditional standards, and their smooth versions of unexpected hit songs such as The Euryth ... » View band profile »

Las Babuchas is a highly respected and experienced set of professional flamenco dancers and musicians: guitar, vocal and cajon player (drums) are the main pieces of the band, but occasional violin or double bass mix with them. They perform a traditional and authentic Spanish music with raw gypsy energy as well as intricate rhythms accompanied by powerful, e ... » View band profile »

MacUmba is a professional group of musicians based in Scotland who mix the traditional sounds of Scottish bagpipes with the infectious rhythms of Brazilian Samba percussion. MacUmba have played at many events and festivals all over the world and continue to develop their unique sound, entertaining audiences where ever they go. The normal instrumentation of t ... » View band profile »

A traditional piper with an 800 tune plus repertoire including all the classics, popular pipe tunes, dance tunes and Piobaireachd. Also available with a mini or full pipe band as well as 'The Balmoral Highlanders', a team of championship winning professional Highland dancers. Suitable for sombre occasions, parties and sure to fill up the dance floor when the ... » View band profile »

This quirky Edinburgh-based group present fresh takes on works by musical storytellers from Kurt Weill to Tom Waits as well as self-penned material. The group’s musical chemistry draws in audiences to listen, contemplate, laugh and dance their socks off all in one evening. Double bass, accordion, an array of percussive objects, an alluring voice and s ... » View band profile »

The Red Hot Chilli Pipers may be the most famous Pipe and Drum group in the World! Since they performed with The Darkness on T in the Park's legendary Main Stage in 2004 and walked away with the top prize on UK primetime TV talent show, 'When Will I Be Famous' in 2007, the Red Hot Chilli Pipers haven't stopped for a breath, other than to inflate their bagpip ... » View band profile »