Acts tagged with 'folk', from across Scotland, who are happy to travel to North Lanarkshire...

The Albanach guitar duo provide elegant arrangements of light classics to energetic Latin dances and moody Spanish melodies. ... » View band profile »

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 »

Alina is one of the most exciting harpists based in Scotland. She has had the honour of playing at Scottish and European Parliaments, at the Queen’s 80th-birthday celebrations at Balmoral and at the King of Thailand’s birthday celebrations in Bangkok. Alina’s music is available for religious, civil and humanist ceremonies, wedding breakfasts, dinners ... » 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 Anvil Ceilidh Band offers a full traditional Scottish Ceilidh - with experienced caller, covering all the popular dances and some unusual but fun aternatives too. The band also offers digital music on CD/DVD Laptop, MP3 and iPod with lights to provide a Disco. The band plays a range of songs interspersed between the faster dances to provide relief for t ... » 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 »

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 »

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 »

Christine Edwards is a talented freelance harpist based in Aberdeenshire and Glasgow. She is experienced in performing at various events and occasions. She studies pedal harp at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama but also is experienced in performing regularly on the Scottish harp (clarsach). She plays a Salvi Diana Concert Grand harp which was ... » View band profile »

The Sensational Christine Sparks Show are an act, based around the remarkable vocal, instrumental and entertainment talents of Christine Sparks, specialising in the cabaret and corporate marketplace. They specialise in providing entertainment to sit-down audiences in the two genres of Scottish acoustic and jazz standards. They performed their show "Songs fro ... » View band profile »

Claire is a Wedding Ceremony Singer available to sing beautifully at Church and Civil Ceremonies. Her emotive singing will provide a perfect backing track for any Wedding Ceremony. She has a wide range of songs to choose from; including Romantic Ballads, Songs from the Shows, Folk and Classcal. If she doesn't know the song she will happily learn what ever y ... » View band profile »

Clanadonia are leading exponents of traditional Celtic folk with an emphasis on tribal percussion. They began as a close combat stunt crew, for film and TV, the band formed, during the breaks in filming, with the numerous productions, in which, they’ve been involved, most notably, Braveheart, Gladiator, King Arthur and The New World. ... » View band profile »

Clan Wallace as a musical group was created in 1994 during the filming of Mel Gibson's highland epic, Braveheart. In between filming they would entertain the other actors and film crew with their highly original blend of traditional warpipes and tribal drum rhythms. Their popularity grew to the extent that they had a full year of bookings � ... » View band profile »

The Cleveden Quartet is a well established string quartet based in the west of Scotland . They deliver a service tailored to your needs which will enhance your memorable day. They provide music for wedding services and receptions, parties, private functions and corporate events. The Quartet has performed in many venues including the Oran Mor, Brig o' Doon H ... » View band profile »

Coila is a professional ceilidh band which has been regularly performing at ceilidhs, weddings and functions in Glasgow, Ayrshire and throughout Scotland for over 15 years. Specialising in traditional Scottish music, Coila frequently travels internationally performing at ceilidhs in many parts of the world. ... » View band profile »

Cruachan are an exciting band of young musicians from the North – East of Scotland. A creative and lively band with traditional and innovative style they have experience in dealing with a range of functions and entertainment specifically tailored to suit your needs. The band specializes in Scottish traditional music including ceilidhs, background music, a ... » View band profile »

Culbeag are a family celtic folk band: Iain McWilliams: Guitar/vocals Lewis McWilliams: Highland Bagpipes Finlay McWilliams: Djembe/Drums. Iain McWilliams, has played for many years within the Scottish folk/Band scene and has in the past supported such legends as Hamish Imlach and Matt McGuinn. Although his song writing ability led him to sign with London&# ... » 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 »

Formed in 2007, and gigging regularly since then, Dancing Feet Ceilidh band are a four piece multi instrumentalist band that offer a broad repertoire of dances and music. Their infectious style and energetic performance suits all occasions from weddings and festivals to corporate events and birthday parties. The band consist of professional musicians whose p ... » View band profile »

Formed in 2003, Danse McCabre is an extremely popular and lively ceilidh band which comes with its own Caller, Sound Engineer, lighting and stage-dressing. Described as 'fantastic' by Real Weddings magazine, Danse McCabre has built an enviable reputation as THE all-girl ceilidh band in the North of Scotland. Danse McCabre play traditional ceilidh dances Ga ... » View band profile »

Das Contras are a six-headed musical monster with a Latin temperament, a worldly attitude, two devilish horns and a rock n roll heart. They were winners of the 2006 PRS New Music Award.

"Like an acoustic Groove Armada, Das Contras like their brass and breezy good times tunes. While Groove Armada stick on some beats to modernise the sound Das Contras ... » View band profile »

SONGS, STORIES AND DOWNRIGHT LIES Dennis' style follows in the tradition of the great Scottish folk entertainers, where well chosen songs are interspersed with wit, banter and downright lies. His ability to get a whole room to participate is his strength and laughter is always one of the main ingredients. However, he can also surprise with ... » View band profile »

The Erskine String Quartet is comprised of four Royal Conservatoire of Scotland graduates and is one of Scotland's most popular and versatile groups. The players are professional freelance performers, all based in Glasgow with a wealth of experience of playing with various orchestras and ensembles including the Royal Scottish National Orchestra, BBC Scottish ... » View band profile »