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The Best Bands ............................. The Best Service
From the first enquiry to the last dance - we are with you every step of the way !!!
Need to hire a band .... Elite have the wedding band for you !!!
This web page is the ideal starting point when looking for your wedding day entertainment. You will find below video footage, sound clips and biogs of the top wedding entertainment Scotland has to offer. The web site has recently recorded almost 200,000 hits in a single month and the popularity of the site continues to grow. We also offer our very popular wedding entertainment showcases where the bride, groom and their families, can see a selection of bands and wedding entertainers all perform LIVE at a single event. For details of our next showcase click here. But for now sit back, relax and enjoy your search for the perfect wedding day entertainment.
The following are only a small selection of the entertainers we can offer.
If you require any entertainment or any particular entertainer or band
not listed on this page, please do not hesitate to call, e-mail or
complete our online enquiry form
Entertainers
marked are
not available through any other agency in the North of Scotland.
STOP PRESS !!!!!
Due to a massive increase in business we now require more top quality ceilidh bands.
To discuss working with Elite, e-mail us in the first instance
 The Big Deal
This vibrant two piece are one of the most popular wedding
and function bands in the area. They also include a quality Scottish
set and can also provide the Disco for your event if required.
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If you do not want a traditional
wedding band, but you do want your wedding day to be remembered
as a party, Lily & The Boys are for you!! This three piece
band perform a fantastic range of party music and are recognized
as one of the most talented three piece party bands in Scotland. There
is never a dull moment with Lily & The Boys and they
can perform some Scottish music if required with the three
of them on the floor dancing with the guests!!!
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Splash
This five piece live band from Glasgow has been
a tremendous hit in the North of Scotland in recent years at weddings
and major corporate events. A top quality sound coupled with first
class presentation sets this band apart from most other bands. Their
non stop style performing medley after
medley of fantastic music is sure to make your dance floor one of
the busiest parts of your wedding reception.
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Stealer
If you are looking to book a professional, experienced band who will tailor their set to suit your event ensuring everyone has a great time, look no further.
The guys will discuss with you when you want them to play and what you want them to play. They will try and accommodate any special song request you may have, for example, if at a wedding the initial wedding dance, or a favourite song for a special birthday party or anniversary.
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 Hot 'N' Kickin'
This brand new three girl band are making a real name for themselves in the North of Scotland. They perform numerous hits from the last four decades and their set is adaptable depending on the bride and grooms / clients taste in music. Using top quality equipment and lighting their sharp vocals and choice of material ensures your dance floor will be full all night.
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The Broad Bay Ceilidh Band
This highly entertaining Ceilidh band consisting of fiddle, guitar and drums have proved to be a very impressive addition to our steadily increasing roster of ceilidh bands.
They 'call' all of the popular Scottish dances and are always on hand with some expert tuition.
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Ashley & Co
Fronted by the phenomenal Ashley McCullagh, this 4 piece band has
all the qualities of a top show group. Excellent musicians, full
backing, live instrumentation, lights and PA and an exceptional
lead vocalist. Covers include hits from the Supremes, Girls Aloud,
Pink, Sugarbabes, Shania Twain, The Corrs and Janet Jackson, all
performed with an electric atmosphere which will get any crowd going.
Fully self contained Ashley & Co are deserving of their reputation
as the best new band in the country. This is truly an incredible
experience you won't want to miss.
Client list: Marks & Spencer, Hilton Hotels, Marriott
Hotels, Walt Disney, Warner Village, Holiday Inn Group,
Littlewoods, Kitty McGuinntys, Centerparcs, Pontins,
Butlins plus many more.
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Their toe-tapping music from
the 20's & 30's era and genial approach has attracted
followers of all ages, whether trad jazz enthusiasts or simply
people out to have a good time. The band, while clearly all having
a love of jazz, project a fun image as is evidenced by their
rapport with their audiences. The line up consists of trumpet,
clarinet, trombone, banjo, bass & drums. All band members
want to get in on the singing act but leave the majority
of this to the banjo player! This band are ideal for pre
dinner entertainment and are an ideal ice breaker as the
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Three Guys Swinging
Three Guys Swinging are a new three piece swing band
who bring the flavour of the big band swing era to any event. Featuring
experienced guitarist Neil Connon, dynamic bass player Lindsay Cowie
and swing fanatic Dave Robinson on drums. Ideal for the pre dinner entertainment.
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The Reeling Stones are an exciting ceilidh & pop covers band who are making weddings and functions go with an extra kick!
The band are all professional and experienced musicians with a broad and varied repertoire so you can't fail to find your toes tapping their way ON to the dance floor. There’s something for everyone with a perfect balance between the traditional ceilidh dances and pop covers.
Wallflowers will have no excuse as they ‘call’ instructions for all of the ceilidh dances! If the band have enough notice they are happy to learn your first dance choice, or a specific song in time for your big day.
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The Trybe
The Trybe consists of 4 principal musicians, 1 piper and 3 percussion players, who are supplemented by additional players as required. Depending on the performance they will employ additional musicians, dancers or weapon and armoury specialists.
The approach from the band is full on pipes and drums,we like to think we have went back to the old style of using the pipes and drums rather than the very regimented style seen today.
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This four piece fully
live band are based in the Central Belt of Scotland but such
is their popularity in the North that we book them over 70
times a year at weddings and major corporate events. Slinky
take you through a musical journey of top class entertainment
with continuous ‘banter’ between
the band and the guests. They perform a huge variety
of music including a Scottish set where they ‘call’ the
dances when required.
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Burlesque
This five piece ‘funk-tion’ band have become very popular in the last couple of years with their fantastic all live sound and superb female vocals. Mainly playing party music from the funky to disco to pop & soul. The band have played at many of the areas top corporate events and weddings. If required they can also add a short Scottish set.
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Wedding Pipers
We have a vast ‘army’ of pipers to
call on to perform on your special day. Depending on your choice
we have pipers who perform in the basic kilt & shirt, to
the full Number One Outfit if required.
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Disco Entertainment
TOP CLASS Wedding DJs always required, contact John
Most of the area's top DJs operate through Elite Promotions on a freelance basis using their own top quality equipment and lights. You can book a Disco to be the ‘stand alone’ entertainment, or to support your wedding band. When you have booked a band and Disco package you can be assured that the band and Disco have almost certainly worked together before ensuring a far more professional performance. Vastly experienced and always smart in appearance you can be assured that a Disco booked through Elite will have the experience which is absolutely vital for your wedding entertainment. They cater for all age groups and musical tastes and many of our DJs can also 'call' many of the Scottish dances if required. Booking a Disco through Elite also gives you peace of mind as we ALWAYS have back up equipment available should the unthinkable happen on the night. Please e-mail us to enquire regarding availability for your wedding date.
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This Finger Style
Guitarist has caused a sensation since we started booking him
in early 2007. He plays everything from classical to flamenco
to the very latest pop songs to suit all musical tastes. Mateo
is an excellent choice for the pre dinner entertainment when
the bride & groom are on ‘photographic
duty’. For everyone who struggled to learn three chords
on the guitar, take a look at this amazing talent.
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Wedding
Singers, Harpists, Keyboard Players, Classical Guitarists,
Magicians & Pianists
We can supply various types of wedding ceremony
entertainment to complement your special day. Music can set the
perfect mood and atmosphere at your wedding ceremony and should
always be considered at the initial stages. Please call to discuss
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Deidre Varley - Caricaturist
A caricaturist can greatly enhance the pre dinner
atmosphere as he or she sketches some of the wedding guests when
they arrive at your venue for pre dinner refreshments and possibly
some light entertainment. The guests can take away with them a
lasting reminder of your wedding day as a keepsake. This is obviously
very popular at weddings, particularly if children are involved.
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Brides Comments
"Dear Susan, I just
wanted to express my thanks to The Big Deal who were absolutely
fantastic on June 2nd at our wedding. They are true professionals
and the mix of music they did made sure the dance floor was always
busy.
Nearly all my guests asked what they were called
and commented on how fabulous they were which is great and one
of my friends has even cancelled the band she had booked for her
reception because her fiance
liked The Big Deal so much more! So a big thank you for helping
me make absolutely the right decision in choosing them and pass
on our sincere thanks for helping make our day very special.
Kind Regards, Nicola Morrison (nee Archibald)”
Other examples
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 Steve Ransome Band
This
four piece live band have been performing at weddings and corporate
events for many years. Their fully live sound is complemented
by a wide variety of music styles ranging from hits from the
60’s,
Scottish music and also hits from the last four decades.
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KFS
This two piece band are ideal for a wedding
reception which is being held in a venue that does not have
a huge area of space for a full live band. They play music
from the 60’s, 70’s & 80’s
right through to up to date hits. These hugely experienced
and talented performers are proving very popular for the smaller
wedding.
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As a 4-piece band consisting of Pipes/Fiddle, Bass Guitar, Piano/Guitar/Vocals and Drums/Vocals, one of the unique features of Bahookie is their vocal ability in singing popular Scots Songs, ie Auld Lang Syne, Loch Lomond, Flower of Scotland, The Wild Mountain Thyme, Killiecrankie and Dougie MacLean's Caledonia which is a particular highlight of the set.
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Rococo
String Quartet
This top quality string quartet can perform at the church/venue
for the ceremony and/or as pre Dinner music at the reception itself. Their
musicianship is matched by their presentation as they are always
immaculate in dress and professionalism.
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Billy Main
The fabulous Billy Main is a solo act who has crashed on to the corporate and wedding scene in recent months. Singing to quality backing tracks Billy pays tribute to the music of the 'Swing' era with hits from Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jnr. etc etc.
This is an ideal act and very cost effective when used for pre dinner entertainment at either a Corporate Event or Wedding. Please click below to sample the quality of Billys fantastic voice.
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The fabulous sounds of the harp has always been a firm favourite for brides to request on their wedding day. Marie Main can perform with either the full sized harp, as shown in the video clip, or the Clarsach which is smaller version which is popular where performing space may be restricted. Marie can play, and sing, a wide variety of music and is always happy to liaise with the bride to ensure the music played on their wedding day is as they would wish.
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John McRuvie's Cabaret Wedding Disco
Northsound 2’s hilarious breakfast show presenter John McRuvie now offers the ultimate wedding Disco Package.
With top quality sound equipment and his own sound engineer present throughout the night John has a back catalogue of over 40,000 songs and his experience as a DJ stretching back over 30 years ensures a highly professional show. John starts the night with a hilarious short comedy sketch on the virtues of married life!!! He then introduces the bride and groom for their selected ‘first dance’. And the party goes from there. During the night John also ‘baby sits’ any children present with their own Disco spot with some games if required. Comedy is a big part of the night as John jokes his way through the wedding party until 1am. If you want your wedding to be a laugh, a giggle and a great party with great music why not look at McRuvies Cabaret Wedding Disco.
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Grampian Sound
For the truly traditional Scottish ceilidh sound then look no further than Grampian Sound. This three piece band have performed at numerous Scottish events and are a favourite of many of the areas top hotels for Burns suppers, St Andrews nights, Hogmanay Balls and of course traditional Scottish Ceilidh nights. For those who are not up to top ceilidh dance standard there is no need to worry as this band take time out to explain the various dances and 'call' you through the various dances.
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Over the last couple of years
the Fun Casino has proved a real success story as it has been steadily
used to provide some light hearted and informal entertainment as
pre dinner entertainment at weddings. Guests are handed an envelope
with a quantity of ‘Fun
Money’ by the usher/best man as they arrive at the venue.
They then exchange the Fun Money for playing chips at the tables
(Blackjack & Roulette) and play in the normal way. At the end
of the Casino session all guests ‘cash-in’ their money
and the croupiers will advise the best man on had the most. As
the best man starts his speech following the meal he presents a
few prizes to the winners. If you are looking for something to
keep your guests entertained pre dinner, this may be the option
for you!!
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Iron Broo
This four piece live band are strictly ‘ceilidh only’ but
they perform to a very high standard and have played at numerous
weddings and corporate events throughout Scotland and abroad.
The all important ‘calling’ of the dances is well catered
for with this band and they add some humour into the
dances which always goes down well at weddings in particular.
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Oceans 3
If the music from the Swing era is special to
you then Oceans 3 would be your ideal choice. At weddings they
can perform either as the entertainment prior to Dinner when the
bridal party are on 'photographic duty' or can be part of the entertainment
at the wedding reception itself, particularly if the party is being
held to celebrate a Vegas Wedding. As you will see from their video
they place a huge importance on creating a rapport with the guests
and are a highly entertaining and talented singing group.
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Garry Seagraves
Garry is one of the area's top magicians and is regularly booked to perform his magical entertainment at numerous weddings and corporate events throughout the year. Garry can be used while the bride & groom are on 'photographic duty' or performing table magic during the dinner itself.
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Enjoy a good ceilidh? Enjoy great music and an exciting tempo? The band will
provide you with a fun evening with plenty
of excellent dances to a mixture of terrific Scottish and Irish Jigs and Reels. We
are excellent for any function and you needn’t worry if you or your guests
have never been to a ceilidh before. With the help of our experienced Caller,
Ceilidh Stomp can lead you through numerous dances to ensure a first class Ceilidh
band for your wedding.
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Two-Five-One
Two-Five-One is an exciting new guitar duo combining the playing talents of veteran session musician Duncan Findlay and the fresh dynamic skills of Adam Bulley.
Playing a wide variety of music from the 1930s to the present day, Two-Five-One can supply music for any occasion: wedding ceremonies, corporate entertainment, themed entertainment events, intimate dinner parties, music for cruise ships
Two-Five-One can do it all, with style. Whatever your requirements, Two-Five-One can deliver.
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This four piece female fronted
band have performed at numerous weddings and corporate events
in the North of Scotland over many years. A wide range of music
from current hits, country, Scottish and music from the 60’s
onwards. Take a look at the video and see what you think!!
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Formed in 2003, Danse McCabre has an eclectic, lively style, playing a mixture of old favourites and less familiar dances as required, and includes its own Caller.
Described as 'fantastic' by Real Weddings magazine, Danse McCabre has built an enviable reputation as THE all-girl ceilidh band in the North of Scotland. The band also provides Scottish music for listening at conference banquets, weddings and other occasions.
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Remember, these are only a small selection of the entertainers
we can provide. If you require any entertainment or any particular entertainer
or band not listed on this page, please do not hesitate to call, e-mail or
complete our online enquiry form.
Click here for details of our Wedding Showcase events
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