The Shamrock Experience A ceilidh band trio combining the rhythms of folk with funk

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Description Price
Solo violin performances playing mixture of styles suitable for weddings/corporate events£350
Wedding Evening reception/Birthday party ceilidh event (starting prices and expenses not included)£685
Full day wedding package includes solo violin performance for the ceremony and evening wedding reception ceilidh (starting prices and expenses not included)£900

About / Biography

The Shamrock Experience has been together for 15 years performing as a trio at events across the UK. The unique style of this band is the blend of folk music with funk and pop/rock influences. This combined with taught dances provides fantastic entertainment for any event. The dances are taught from a beginner level upwards. This enables everyone get involved and to have a go! The dances are based on traditional ceilidh dances.

The band is ideal for weddings, parties, work events, corporate events and is personally tailored to suit the occasion.

This instrumental band is made up of electric violin, drum kit and bass guitar. The dances are called by the violinist.

All dances are instructed

For smaller events, please consider violin solo to play a variety of styles to suit the event. This is ideal for background music at smaller functions or corporate events.

The violin uses a loop pedal to layer a multitude of parts.

Reviews (33)

There are currently 33 user ratings for The Shamrock Experience

AVERAGE RATING

10 / 101

Location

Based in Bridlington, East Yorkshire

Will travel up to 250 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 250 miles)
pink circle = free travel (up to 15 miles)
Please note that the circles shown on the map are calculated "as the crow flies". By road distances may vary, so please get in touch for an accurate quote.

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Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

Sound system provided


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

We provide sound equipment only


What information do you require about a venue?

Venue location including postcode is really helpful and any specific directions and parking arrangements too


Can you provide a Spotify/DJ service before and between your sets?

We provide music inbetween sets but no DJ service

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best gig you've ever done and the best venue you've ever played at?

Ben the violinist has performed for the King and Queen in 2013 at Priory Church Bridlington
Played for Countryfile in 2019 and TV Celebs On The Farm 2021


Which artists have you been most influenced by, who is your favourite artist and what is the greatest song of all time?

So many artists across genre have inspired the bands unique style and eneegy, but Riverdance, Irish and Scottish Reels and Jigs, Rock Anthems, Disco, 90s House and anything rhythmical blends into the electric fusion of the band


What's your previous experience and how did you start gigging?

The violinist Ben formed the band in 2007 as a vehicle to support his recovery from an illness. His virtuoso violin playing combined with his awesome musicians on bass skills and drums established a great sound. The ceilidh dances came and the band has been going since taking the music abroad and around the UK


What's your favourite type of event to play at?

Weddings,Parties and Festivals and Bars - great to meet lots of people

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

Standard 2 x 50 minutes
Set up time upto 1 hour prior and 1 hour to pack down


Are you happy to perform outside?

Yes happy to play outside


Do the clients have a say in what you play or is it a set repertoire list only?

There is a meeting and discussion to best suit the client's wishes for their event.


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

We have had 10/10 reviews and great words of feedback describing our events!

Recent Clients

The Shamrock Experience has performed for these clients:

BBC Countryfile Live at Castle Howard 2019

Llangollen International Music Festival 2019

Normandy Barracks Beverley

Private event Selby

Private event in Pointon

Private event in Hutton Rudby

Old Ship Bridlington

Scarborough

Horsforth Leeds

Private event in Manchester

Sewerby Hall and Gardens

Bridlington Spa Theatre

Seafood Festival Bridlington

Availability Guide

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More Info

Events types:

Wedding

Birthday Party

Private Event

Corporate Event

Hotel / Restaurant Event

Bar / Venue Event

Concert

Charity Event

Theatre Show

Christmas Party

New Year's Eve

Genres:

Ceilidh

Folk Rock

Irish Rock

Church Music

Electronic

House

Background Music

Pop

Disco

Funk

Rock

Classic Rock

Features:

PAT tested

Lighting system included

Instrumental

Public liability insurance

Will travel internationally

PA / sound system included

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