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How about having a barn dance? It is great for all ages and a good way of having fun! We can arrange the band and experienced "Caller", who will run the evening's entertainment for you. There will be a good mixture of dances called - Barn, Square, Circle, Waltzes, Old time and special couple dances. An English Barn Dance, Ceilidh or Hoe Down is the best way to ensure that guests at your event meet each other in a fun atmosphere. No previous dancing experience is needed and all ages and tastes will be catered for. Click HERE to watch a short video of a Barn Dance (6.5Mb file) Barn Dance and English Ceilidh (pronounced "kaylee") The term Ceilidh is borrowed from the Scottish, Irish, Celtic language. It came into use in English dancing some 25 years ago. It was intended to indicate a new style of dance evening with music which was more lively and energetic played by bands who integrated diverse musical influences. Hoe Down / Ho Down / Hoedown Sometimes known as an American Hoe Down, the dances called are predominantly Square dances, the Caller would sing out the moves to the music played, the square dances have been absorbed into the English tradition. It's also been said that Line Dancing came the same route from the Country and Western tradition. You can hold a Barndance, Ceilidh or Hoe-down in most function rooms. Dances are held in hotels, barns, private houses, marquees, Town Halls, social clubs, school halls and outdoors. If you are not sure of your venue, just ask us and we will be happy to advise you.

Call John or Isobel at "Counties Folk and Barn Dance Agency" on 01455 284285 (Tel/Fax) or 07904 834371 or email: countiesfolkagency@hotmail.com