Piping for ceilidhs, Highland balls, and evenings where live pipes provide the energy, atmosphere, and momentum of a distinctly Scottish occasion.

Ceòlmhor provides piping for ceilidhs, Highland balls, and dance evenings across Scotland. The repertoire is drawn from the dance tradition — marches, airs, jigs, reels, and strathspeys — performed with the energy and occasion in mind. Coordination with bands, callers, and other performers is standard practice.

Performance Set

The Opening Set

£200

  • One full performance set — marches, airs, jigs, and reels as appropriate
  • Approximately 20–30 minutes of performance

Suited to events requiring a single focused piping slot — opening performances, interval sets, and occasions where a defined piping moment is required rather than a sustained presence. Includes professional execution. Standard repertoire appropriate to the occasion. No advance consultation beyond logistics.

Standard Package

The Full Evening

£275

  • Two performance sets with interval
  • Approximately 45–60 minutes of total performance
  • Repertoire drawn from the dance and ceilidh tradition throughout
  • Pre-event conversation to discuss repertoire preferences and coordinate with any band, caller, or event organiser

For ceilidhs and dance evenings where the pipes provide energy and atmosphere across the full event. Suitable for Highland balls, ceilidh nights, and extended informal dance evenings. Includes a pre-event repertoire conversation — an opportunity to indicate preferences, request specific tunes, or flag anything of cultural or personal significance to the occasion.

Ceilidh

Ceilidh & Dance Evening

£350

  • Opening piping as guests arrive and the evening begins
  • Sets of marches, jigs, reels, and strathspeys suited to ceilidh dancing
  • Coordination with any band, caller, or other performers present
  • Closing piece to formally end the evening
  • Dedicated pre-event consultation to prepare a programme suited specifically to the occasion, the audience, and any other performers present

The complete piping presence for a ceilidh or Highland dance evening. Repertoire lively, varied, and drawn from the dance tradition. For ceilidh nights, Highland balls, and informal dance evenings where the pipes are central to the atmosphere of the occasion. Includes a dedicated pre-event consultation by phone or email, and a personalised programme prepared specifically for the occasion. A written programme note explaining the repertoire choices is provided to the host.

Additional Performance Set

£75

An additional performance set of approximately 20–25 minutes. Can be added to any package at the time of booking or on request. Repertoire appropriate to the occasion. On ceilidh and dance evenings, the additional set constitutes a defined performance slot and is subject to the overall structure of the evening.

Booking Terms
  • 50% non-refundable deposit required to secure the date
  • Remaining balance due 7 days before the event
  • Multi-session and full-day engagements priced individually on enquiry
  • Travel surcharge: £0.50 per mile beyond the first five miles from Edinburgh city centre
  • Written contract issued for every booking