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"Davie,Nicky and I are just back from a trip up north and have only now got 'connected' to the outside world again. Just a wee note to thank you and the rest the Shooglers for an amazing ceilidh at our wedding at Lunga. We loved it and everyone else did too, more than a few folk took your cards and are trying to think of an excuse to have their own ceilidh and book you guys for it! We'll keep an eye on the local ceilidh clubs and if you’re playing in this part of the world again and we'll get ourselves along to it. Thanks again. "

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"Just wanted to say a massive THANK YOU for re-organising the band so promptly last week. Sky Ceilidh Band were absolutely fantastic and delivered a great set, excellent calling and wonderful music. Everybody had a lovely time. "

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"I booked Black Velvet Band Irish Duo for my Mum’s 80th. It was a small family gathering in the back garden. The band were fantastic and even my mum was up dancing. It was a rare and happy sight!"

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"Hi Michael - You guys were fantastic and everyone really enjoyed themselves. We had quite a few Scots at the wedding who've been to a lot of ceilidhs and several people commented on how good you were and how easy it was to follow the dances.  Also, thanks for the Facebook video link - I've shared it so all the friends and family who came can see it. "

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"Blue Jewel played for my son's wedding on Saturday. They were amazing! Virtually the entire guest list of 110 people danced the entire night, having a fantastic time. The feedback was just... wow! I would thoroughly recommend them... and lovely guys too."

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"You were brilliant as a band! I went reeling last night again and they were not a patch on you, I'll be in touch about dates for next year. Once again thank you so much!"

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"Thank you to all your band for putting on such an excellent show for us. If we ever have another Western style event we will definitely be in touch! Kind regards, Yvonne"

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"Black Velvet Band Ceilidh Trio – Angela’a Son’s Wedding – August 2025 Black Velvet Band Ceilidh Trio were brilliant at our son’s wedding. They arrived promptly, set up without any fuss, played two brilliant sets , were very generous with their time and got everyone dancing. Mike called the dances clearly and gave people chance to have a quick practice. Mike encouraged everyone and the dance floor never emptied. The band really helped make the wedding very special."

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"Excellent group who really got the party going. Lovely music and very good explanations of the dance steps. I would recommend them highly."

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"Thank you so much for making my 60th birthday absolutely wonderful for me and all my family and friends. I'm quite glad loads didn't turn up as we would have had to go out of the fire doors into the carpark!! It was just great to see almost everyone getting up and dancing and as you've undoubtedly heard a thousand times - even those who never dance, got up and enjoyed themselves. I have had messages this morning from people saying what a wonderful evening it was and that I should hold an annual event!!! ..Once again, thank you so much you were fantastic. "

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"A massive thank you to all for your fabulous and skillful playing and singing and for playing such a range of tunes. I had a lot a very positive and appreciative comments and Kellys Heroes added greatly to our enjoyment and memories of the day. I am gathering photos and will send some in due course for you to use on your website. I very much hope we will welcome you back to Long Whatton at some stage. Best wishes to you all Vivienne"

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"Guys, you made our wedding reception so much fun and memorable not only for us but also for our guests from home and Germany! Thank you so much for keeping the floor FILLED the entire night! "

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"Lilac and the band were amazing from start to finish after we booked them for our wedding. Lilac was incredibly helpful in the planning process and nothing was too much trouble. She helped us organise our evening reception (of which I am forever grateful as neither of us had a clue!) and the band even learned our first dance song. They really got the party started, asking for crowd participation, and the line dancing lesson went down a storm. Every guest I spoke to said how amazing they were and how much fun they had dancing along. If your struggling finding a band, I can’t recommend them enough! We chose barn with us as we are big country music fans but they have so many different genres you can choose from!"

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"Thank you for a great gig in Brierley Hill last night. Really enjoyed the diverse range of country music you played versus the safe "country's greatest hits" that a lot of touring covers bands play. Also really enjoyed the variety of rotating vocals and instruments. Top class, so, once again, thank you."

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"We had these guys do a ceilidh for a joint 40th birthday party and they were absolutely brilliant. Beautiful music, a brilliant caller in Jake who struck exactly the right tone for the bash. Clear instructions, slowly bringing the music in, a lot of fun and the right mix of old and new ceilidhs. Would highly recommend"

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