Whippletree Ceilidh Band.

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A five piece Ceildh band based in West Cornwall playing a lively mix of upbeat, high energy Celtic folk music. Tunes, songs and dances.

Whippletree are an established and popular five-piece Ceilidh band based in West Cornwall. We have played at many festivals across Cornwall including Mazey Day at the Golowan Festival in Penzance, Newlyn Fish Festival, Lafrowda in St. Just and St Piran's Day in Redruth. We've played the Royal Cornwall Show on three occasions and are regulars at the Stithians Show. We have also performed at numerous Weddings, Birthday celebrations and play regularly at local events, including many charitable causes. All seasoned and experienced musicians, we play a lively mix of upbeat, high energy Celtic folk music with fiddle, guitars, recorder, percussion and vocals. Our tunes, songs and dances are guaranteed to get your feet tapping and you'll be encouraged to get involved in the dances with our very own caller who'll guide you through them. Above all, we have fun and make sure you do too.

What to expect

If you book us, prepare to have fun! Oh and bring your dancing shoes! We are Folk based so you can expect a varied mix of tunes and songs from Cornwall, Ireland, Wales, Scotland and England. Lively and upbeat Celtic music with our own twist on it.

Band Bio

Whippletree are: Chris Bevington: Guitar, Lead Vocals, Dance Caller. Steve Preston: Fiddle. Hetty Eaton: Recorder. Jackie Clarke: Bodhrán, Percussion, Vocals. Anthony Power: Bass Guitar, Backing Vocals.

Peace of mind

We always aim to set up and sound check before your guests arrive. If we have to set up while people are there, we do so with minimum disruption. We ask for access to the venue at least an hour before you'd like us to play. Afterwards, all equipment is removed and packed away with the playing area left as we found it. Whippletree also carry full third party liability insurance.

Thank you

Thank you for taking the time to look at Whippletree's band profile. We hope you like what you see and we look forward to giving you the best entertainment for your event.

FAQ

Q: How long does setup take? A: We can set up and sound check in an hour.
Q: What are your space and power requirements? A: Our performance space takes up an area of around 6m x 3m and we would need access to two 13 amp power points.
Q: Do you take requests? A: We have a very varied set list that will keep everyone entertained and as such we don't take requests.

A five piece Ceildh band based in West Cornwall playing a lively mix of upbeat, high energy Celtic folk music. Tunes, songs and dances.

Thank you for taking the time to look at Whippletree's band profile. We hope you like what you see and we look forward to giving you the best entertainment for your event.

Q: How long does setup take?

A: We can set up and sound check in an hour.

Q: What are your space and power requirements?

A: Our performance space takes up an area of around 6m x 3m and we would need access to two 13 amp power points.

Q: Do you take requests?

A: We have a very varied set list that will keep everyone entertained and as such we don't take requests.

Customer reviews for Whippletree Ceilidh Band.

Past Customer

Review added on 2018-08-10 21:18:25

Wonderful band!

I've booked Whippletree several times over the last few years and they are absolutely brilliant! I'd challenge anyone to keep their feet still while they are playing and I recommend them highly!

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Steve

Thanks so much Alex. It's always a pleasure playing for you guys! See you again soon!

Past Customer

Review added on 2018-08-11 07:16:22

Barn dance

Whippletree are a fabulous band and such lovely people playing. They have played for us several times and again later this year. I couldn't ask for anyone better or more experienced to come and play for us. I can't recommend them enough......fantastic!

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Steve

That's really kind of you Mary. Thank you!

Past Customer

Review added on 2018-08-11 11:01:55

Sound Engineered and booked for festival events.

Worked and booked these guys many times over the years,for festivals and also private functions. Their attitude and work ethic and sound is great, very lively and always an entertaining set, when Chris does the calling he explains everything needed for a pleasurable evening. Have known them for years and as a group of talented musicians, they get better and better, each time I hear them.

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Steve

Thanks so much for this. Much appreciated! It's always been a pleasure working alongside you too.

Past Customer

Review added on 2018-08-12 19:13:21

Whippletree

What a talented, easy going, toe tapping bunch they are.. wonderfully entertaining... so much so, that we keep getting them back for our charity Barn dances ... and go to see them at other events when possible. Guaranteed a fun experience.

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Steve

Thanks for this. We always enjoy playing for you and look forward to seeing you again soon! :-)

Past Customer

Review added on 2018-08-13 08:09:12

Formal Dinner - Made Fun

I organised a 200+ Person formal dinner with speeches and presentations, but wanted something really different for our entertainment. Whippletree really came through and bought the night alive. So much so that the Lord Mayor of Plymouth asked if they were playing at the next dinner as she had so much fun, she wanted to see them again. They managed to pry even the shyest wall flowers out of their seats to join in. I can not recommend them enough. Pete

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Steve

Hello Pete and thank you so much for your kind review. Much appreciated.

Past Customer

Review added on 2018-08-13 15:51:28

50th Party - everyone was dancing!

We booked Whippletree for my 50th birthday party "hoedown" and it was a storming success. They got everyone dancing, even the ones you'd think there was no chance :-)

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Steve

Hello and thanks for your review. I'm so pleased you had a great evening with us! Thanks again.

Past Customer

Review added on 2018-08-13 18:35:45

50th Birthday Party - Fabulous Band

I booked Whippletree for my 50th Birthday Party. I wanted live music rather than a disco. The evening was a huge success. Everyone was up dancing and enjoying themselves. It was great fun for all ages even the youngsters. After my party one of my friends enjoyed the event so much, she booked the band for her 80th! Thanks for making my evening special... Marie

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Steve

Hi Marie. Thanks so much for your review. It really is appreciated! :-)

Past Customer

Review added on 2018-08-14 15:58:46

Barn dance

Whippletree were such a great ceilidh band for a charity barn dance that I organised last year. They arrived with all the equipment they needed and set up quick, even letting us use their speakers to play music when they weren’t playing! They got everyone dancing and I heard so many compliments about them throughout the night. Would definitely use them again, and recommend. Great band

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Steve

Thanks for the great review Ella. We had a great night and I'm glad you and your guests did too! :-)

Past Customer

Review added on 2018-08-22 09:00:30

Whippletree Ceilidh Band

An excellent choice if you want everyone to have fun through fabulous music and dance. From the minute they start you can guarantee a smile on everyone's face. The dances are well explained and easy to follow. An absolute joy from start to finish, Highly recommended.

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Steve

Thanks so much for the review. And we're glad we made everyone smile! :-)

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Customer reviews for Whippletree Ceilidh Band.

Wonderful band!

Barn dance

Sound Engineered and booked for festival events.

Whippletree

Formal Dinner - Made Fun

50th Party - everyone was dancing!

50th Birthday Party - Fabulous Band

Barn dance

Whippletree Ceilidh Band

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