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About

The Reel Stramash are a Glasgow-based Scottish ceilidh band who will have all of your guests up on their feet and dancing the night away. Their style of playing is breathing life into events all across the country. Up your wedding's entertainment factor with this great band!

Services offered

As the members of the band have actually performed everywhere, from Cameron House in Scotland to Cologne in Germany, you will be guaranteed that The Reel Stramash will be able to arrange a top performance. Their experience as musicians produces an infectious energy and an enthusiastic sound that no one can resist dancing to. In addition, they can also provide you with a disco at no extra charge.

How they work

The Reel Stramash is fully PAT tested and holds a full Public Liability insurance, which means that all of their equipment is safe and insured. They are available to provide tailored packages to suit your needs and offer excellent services for all events.

Other services

The Reel Stramash is also ideal for many other sorts of functions, such as:

Graduations
Corporate events
Private parties

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Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Ceremony music

Dance music

Entertainment

What is included in the wedding package?

The Reel Stramash is able to cater for any event by providing a tailor made package to suit your own requirements. With our experience, we know what makes a great evening of entertainment. We offer as much as we can for your big day. The Reel Stramash is able to offer you: A Ceilidh Band: This usually consists of two accordions and a drummer, but if needed we can supply keyboard, guitar, bass guitar and fiddle to give your function that 'big band' sound. Disco: We provide a free disco as standard! For those unable to keep up with the fast paced and lively ceilidh dancing, the disco always offers some welcome respite. Acoustic Reception Band: A traditional Scottish band, ideal for background music or walking down the aisle. Piper: Need a piper for your big day? Then look no further. The Reel Stramash can supply a piper into your overall package; all you have to do is ask!

How far in advance should I contact you?

As far in advance as is possible to save any disappointment as we normally take wedding bookings up to two years in advance. If however you contact us a week in advance and we are still free, then we would be more than happy to perform at your wedding

What style of music do you offer?

Lounge

Disco

Regional

Ethnic

Pop

Type of musical group:

Band

Trio

Size of group:

Small (2 - 3 musicians)

Medium (4 - 6 musicians)

Repertoire:

The Gay Gordons, Dashing White Sergeant, Canadian Barn Dance, Strip The Willow, Military Two-Step, St.Bernards Waltz, Eightsome Reel, Highland Schottische, Pride Of Erin Waltz, Virginia Reel, Gaelic Waltz Circassian Circle, The Flying Scotsman, Orcadian Strip The Willow, The Swedish Masquerade, The Riverside Jig. We can also do Traditional Scottish Country Dances if the crowd knows all the steps. These include: Hamilton House, The Duke Of Perth, Farewell To The Highlands, Menzies Rant

Is it possible to request something that's not in the repertoire?

Of course. As long as the band is informed a few weeks in advance we would be more than happy to try and cater any special requests

What's your experience?

The band has a wealth of experience playing at the highest level. All the members have competed with their chosen instrument at National and International Competitions. The band can lay claim to many titles such as British Advanced Solo Champion, British Musette Open Champion, Irish Open Light Classical Section and many more. The band has also played numerous venues from Cameron House to the Old Fruitmarket in Glasgow. Members of the band have also played in Stirling Castle as well as abroad in Cologne, Germany. Despite their relative youth, the band is highly experienced having played in many of the wedding venues throughout Scotland, meaning that they will always be at their best, no matter where or when your event is!

Do you have your own equipment?

Yes

Do you need specific materials or conditions to offer your service?

Can you travel?

Yes

Is there a charge for travelling?

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals?

With a team

What is the length of time of the act?

How long do you need us for? The band is willing to play all night if you feel that it would be appropriate! We supply a disco at no extra charge so the balance between ceilidh and disco is up to you. We are there to make your wedding a success and we expect to be completely flexible to suit your needs