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"Black Velvet Band Ceilidh Trio – International Student’s Ceilidh – July 2025 This is the second time we have booked the Black Velvet Band for our summer ceilidh, and it was such fun! The band ran two different dancing sessions for our international students and were very patient with explaining the dances and encouraging all students to participate. The music was brilliant and energetic, and all three band members were so kind and even paused for a photoshoot with the students. We are looking forward to next summer already. I’d absolutely recommend them for any event/party/celebration!"

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"We were lucky to have Blue Jewel Ceilidh Band at our wedding in Devon last week. Fantastic band, beautiful music. Such a fun ceilidh that got everyone involved and made our wedding really special! It really fitted in with the relaxed atmosphere we wanted for our wedding. Thank you so much. We would really recommend! "

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"Hi Gordon, Just wanted to say a huge thank you for everything on Saturday. The Ceilidh was a huge success and we have had so many compliments from people who enjoyed it immensely! You managed to get everyone from 9 - 88 years old on the dancefloor! Please thank the whole band on our behalf, you were all brilliant. Thank you again! "

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"Thanks for the fantastic entertainment. Our students loved the ceilidh."

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"Will was absolutely fantastic at our wedding day, he even made sure to come to our wedding rehearsal the evening before to be sure he knew exactly what we wanted him to play and when. Highly recommend! "

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"Great music and well coordinated by caller for each dance. Good encouragement was given to the guests to participate in the dances. It worked well even though we only had 40 guests. Good variety of music to cater for all tastes. Thoroughly enjoyable evening and would recommend the Blue Jewel Ceilidh Band to anyone."

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"Lilac played at our small country pub in September and put on a terrific performance, showcasing her great talent for the locals. We look forward to working with her again on some bigger ideas we have!"

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"The band was the definitive highlight of the Christmas Ball we hosted. Their extensive and varied repertoire of country music ensured broad appeal, maintaining high energy without compromising musical excellence. Their performance was executed flawlessly, resulting in overwhelmingly positive feedback from all attendees. We highly recommend them without reservation."

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"The band were a pleasure to work with, professional but friendly. They set up very efficiently and discretely considering their arrival time was mid-meal. Considering they had a tricky audience demographic of 65-90 year olds, they managed to get people up on the dance floor with gentle encouragement, for a fabulous end to a great event. Would book again for sure. Thank you!"

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"I meant to e-mail last week and say you and your band are bloody awesome! That was a total American thing to say, but honestly, I am not just saying that you guys are great! My husband loved it too – he loves Pink Floyd so when you were singing The Wall through the ceilidh music it was brilliant. I totally love ceilidhs they’re great fun, and the current music at the end was really good too! I took a few of your cards so will defo be recommending you!! "

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"Just wanted to say that the band we excellent yesterday. The music was great and everyone loved it! The guys really made my Mum’s 70th birthday a party to and she was so happy loved seeing everyone have such a great time. Great memories made. They really were first class, so do pass on our thanks again."

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"Big thanks to Mick, Mick and the band for a great ceilidh/party. Mary was an awesome caller too, getting everybody up and dancing. A good time was had by all!"

Reply by Wraggle Taggle Ceilidh Band
Thank you Andrew. I am delighted that you enjoyed our performance. Thank you for a lovely party. Please bear us in mind for any future dates. See you at The Lamb! Best Wishes Mick Bailey (Bandleader) Wraggle Taggle

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"Thank you Ceilidh With Us for the brilliant st. Paddy's day performance at our club. Lively, upbeat, just what we were hoping for. I would recommend you for anyone in search of a Ceilidh band. Best of luck out there! John, Maria & the team."

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"We had Whisky & Ginger for my dad's birthday party and they were amazing! So professional and helpful from the very first email! And they played beautifully on the night! Thank you!"

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"This band was excellent. The music was great. They explained the moves very well and continued to call out instructions as we were dancing. I recommend them"

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