Jiggered Ceilidh Band were invited to play at Bethany's surprise 21st birthday part last night. It was a unique venue- we were playing in a fantastic barn which had been decorated with a "Wild West Theme". First job was to clamber up some hay bales with the sound gear to get up onto the trailer we'd be playing on top of. Then the guests started to arrive, every one kitted out in cowboy/cowgirl outfits.
It was a brilliant night with a lot of fun, good food and enthusiastic dancing!
Posted at 6:22 on 25th June 2010 by
Jiggered Ceilidh Band were playing at Leapark Hotel in Grangemouth last night for Margaret's 50th. It was a great night and one which really lived out the traditional definition of a ceilidh (see Wikipedia's definition) with loads of friends and family gathered together, many of whom were only too keen to perform their various talents! We had two solos, an Irish dancer and the birthday girl gave a speech too...
We're playing again tonight: near Tarbert (long drive).
Posted at 10:49 on 1st May 2010 by
Jiggered Ceilidh Band returned to the Tudor Hotel, Airdie. This was the venue for one of our first ever weddings (Andy and Alison's) so it brought back a lot of memories.
This time we were playing for a SANDS charity event. The Charity support those affected by the death of a baby, so Jiggered were keen to play for such a worthy cause. The night started off with ceilidh, but there was also a buffet, DJ, auction and raffle....an action-packed evening!!
Posted at 22:22 on 27th March 2010 by
The venue was Queen's Park Baptist for Jiggered Ceilidh Band's latest gig. We were playing for The Big Event which featured plenty of interesting activity as well as the ceilidhing: face painting, games, an auction, reports, food and a U2 Ttribute band (definitely the first time we've been supported by U2!). It was a great night and hopefully we'll be back at QP in the near future!
Elsewhere, there are problems just now with Bebo's Media Player which we use for our demo tracks so if you want to listen to our samples then you can click on each of these links: Virginia Reel, Loch Lomond, Jenny's Chickens, Go Lassie Go.
Posted at 23:38 on 13th March 2010 by
Jiggered Ceilidh Band have begun a busy March lineup of gigs. We're playing every Saturday this month which is great. Last night we returned to Dobbie Hall, Larbert to play for a fundraiser. The hall was packed- there were meant to be 120 ceilidhers there but 160 turned up! And everyone wanted to dance so the floor was well filled. Ewan continued his recent trend of bringing friends to ceilidhs...this time it was Lyle who was learning from Ewan's slick rhythms and providing plenty banter. Next Saturday we're at Queen's Park. Looking forward to it already.
Posted at 7:22 on 7th March 2010 by
Glasgow-based ceilidh band Jiggered were playing a 'home' gig, this time at Pollokshaws Burgh Hall. It was a 21st birthday party- the hall was packed. We were asked by the birthday girl to learn a new song which we tried out and it was a big hit. And we did musical chairs for the masses of kids running about.
This was Ewan's first ceilidh of 2010 as he gets to grips with his dialysis treatment- it was great to have him back.
Back in action tonight.
Posted at 9:02 on 13th February 2010 by
Jiggered Ceilidh Band were in action last night, performing at a Fundraiser at Crutherland House raising money for Teen Challenge Strathclyde. Teen Challenge Strathclyde do a brilliant work with people with addictions and it was a pleasure to play for the event.
Jiggered have several fundraisers lined up for 2010 and we do offer a discount if you're organising a charity/school/church event. So if you're looking for a great ceilidh band won't charge so much that you lose a huge chunk of your fundraising money.
Jiggered are playing twice next weekend, but till then....
Posted at 10:23 on 6th February 2010 by
Perhaps the headline is misleading. Jiggered weren't playing at Donald Duck's wedding (that would be an amazing gig!). Instead it was Donald Revolta's 21st...who incidentally does a mean Donald Duck impression as he demostrated during his speech.
We were playing in the clubhouse of Heriot's Rugby Club, Edinburgh. It was a brilliant ceilidh. An incredibly enthusiastic crowd made for some very energetic ceilidh dances. Donald provided an interesting speech at half time. Really nice to hear someone share something as important with their closest friends and family.
Enjoyed our evening- and a 10pm finish meant we were tucked up in bed before midnight!!
Posted at 20:31 on 15th October 2009 by
Jiggered Ceilidh Band were back at St Andrew's in the Square, in Glasgow. This is one of the venues we've played at most over the years. It's a cracking building which makes an amazing setting for a big event.
This time it was a ruby wedding anniversary Jiggered were playing at, and the room had been filled with red balloons to celebrate the occassion! By the way, the buffet at this event was class. The samosas were nice and crisp and the cake was really tasty. Good job!!
One thing worth mentioning about this venue is that it has a sound-limiting system installed to keep the noise level from being too excessive since St Andrews in the Square is surrounded by residents. Jiggered's experience of this system and others like it means that we can control our sound to avoid any cut-out.
Jiggered will be returning to this venue next month (looking forward to it already)!
Posted at 12:53 on 13th September 2009 by
Jiggered Ceilidh Band have been playing at weddings throughout the summer months but Saturday saw them performing at a 21st birthday party in Stirling.
The party was held in Stirling Rowing Club (shown here underwater which thankfully never happened last night, but presumably is good practice for the rowers?) and the venue was a great size for a function like a birthday party. Not too big that guests are rattling about but with plenty space on the dancefloor to enjoy the ceilidh dancing.
A gulten-free buffet was provided, and after that some speeches (and a poem) from friends and family. The evening had a bit of an international feel with folk from Australia, France, America, Ireland etc...
The birthday girl, Rebecca, specifically requested that all guys really hurl her about during the Orcadian Strip the Willow, saying she'd be disappointed if she didn't suffer at least a concussion. Thankfully, everyone left the ceilidh in one piece!
Posted at 13:10 on 16th August 2009 by
Jiggered Ceilidh Band have just come back from a ceilidh in London. Highlights of the trip included:
-managing to cram all our equipment (two speakers with speaker stands, piano, violin, guitar, microphones and stands, full drum kit, banner stands, cables, mixer...), luggage and the four of us into my car,
-a lovely lunch at The George and Dragon pub (5 main meals divided by 4 of us...guess who ordered double), taking 2 hours to
-a two-hour drive through London (apparently I am immune to road rage)
-Ewan's amazement at the sight of a remote controlled golf bag when we arrived at our destination, the beautiful Westerham Golf Course, Kent
-two hours of great ceilidh action: loads of enthusiastic dancers...
-Lydia (the bride!) joining us on the violin for a Gay Gordons
-Jenny's 20 minute wait for some scrambled egg the next morning at the Travel Lodge
-Ewan getting a free Red Bull at the vending machine
-Jenny arranging to meet up with us in twenty minutes after exploring the service station...what did she really get up to?
-Susan's magnificent word mastery- she truly is the crossword queen
It was a fantastic weekend. We wish Ben and Lydia all the best in their married life!
Posted at 20:32 on 9th August 2009 by
Jiggered Ceilidh Band believe ceilidh music can be great. We enjoy making Scottish music sound lively and enjoyable. We've played across Scotland (and beyond) and clients frequently comment on how much they appreciate our fusion of traditional ceilidh tunes with Scottish favourites and some of our own material!
Posted at 12:01 on 3rd May 2009 by
Jiggered Ceilidh Band are regularly playing in Edinburgh. Demand seems to be really high for quality ceilidh bands, especially for weddings and we are happy to make the journey across from the West Coast!
Posted at 16:01 on 6th June 2009 by
