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We bring high-energy, foot tapping ceilidhs to events of all sizes. Weddings, parties, festivals, pubs, community events and even a miniature train! No event is too big or small. You don’t need a partner, but it does help if you know your left and right.
What happens at a ceilidh?
Ceilidhs (pronounced kay-lees) have been a tradition in Scotland, Ireland and England for centuries—an unbeatable way to get people dancing and having fun.
We have a well established recipe for a great ceilidh. We’ll come and set up our gear and sound check. Our “caller” talks through the dance and tells you all what to do. Don’t worry if your guests have no experience! After a short introduction from the band, you’ll all be dancing to live trad folk music, with the caller giving you prompts of what to do.
We will help you dance many different types of dances throughout the evening, so let us know beforehand if you have any favourites! Did someone say strip the willow?
Want a ceilidh?
We LOVE to ceilidh. Our typical booking usually consists of 2 sets of 45-50 minutes dancing. We can provide a caller, and at least a 3 piece band, depending on your budget.
Due to the merriment of a ceilidh, it’s a noisy business, so you’ll want us to plug into a PA system. We can provide one if you need us to.
Contact us to chat through your requirements.
Looking for live music?
If you need traditional tunes for background music or a performance, we’ve got you covered. We can tailor our lineup and setlist to suit your event, whether acoustic for intimate gatherings or amplified for bigger crowds.
How much does it cost?
Well, that depends. We’ll match our pricing to your needs. The cost of hiring The Conquering Heroes will depend on:
Size of band: we have a minimum of 3 players, but we sound best with 5. We can find a balance that suits your budget and space.
Performance type: playing for dancing or playing a set of tunes/songs
Travel: Our base is in London’s SE19, but we’re happy to travel.
Set-up: Acoustic (suitable for small or intimate gatherings, or where we’re playing as background music) or with PA system (for ceilidhs, larger parties). We can provide a PA system for an additional fee.
Contact us to chat through your requirements and we’ll find a set-up that suits your needs and your pocket.
How do I book the band?
Contact us for an informal chat about your requirements. We’ll ask you about your plans, and the sorts of things you might want us to do.
If you want to go ahead and book the band we’ll ask you to confirm the details. We’ll then approach the other Conquering Heroes musicians, and put together a suitable band for your event.
Full payment will be required on the day of the event.
What about Charity and Community events?
We are pleased to make ourselves available for local charity and community events where possible for which we make no charge, or charge basic expenses only. If you’re a charitable or community organisation operating local to West Norwood or Crystal Palace, then Contact us for a chat.
What else do I need to know?
We carry full Public Liability Insurance, so you can book us with confidence.
We can provide a full PA system for the band at an additional cost, or we can plug into an existing PA at your event. You can find testimonials from previous events here, and photos and videos here.
