Splann

FAQs

• Please, describe your act or business in on sentence:

  Cornwall based ‘Splann’ is a ceilidh barn dance band that delves into some of the best Scottish, Irish and Cornish tunes to get your wedding, festival, corporate function or party swinging with style. Splann Ceilidh Band Cornwall play for ceilidhs and barn dances across Cornwall and Devon and beyond. The core of the band is a three piece (consisting of fiddle, accordion and guitar) which is guaranteed to get your event or celebration up and dancing with driving reels and swirling jigs. We can also add drums and bass to the line up to create the Splann ‘Big Band’. As the name suggests, this creates a bigger rockier sound. The choice is yours, just pick the line up that suits your event or size of venue – from small village halls to stages at festivals. Lastly, our caller, Ellie, will be there to talk you through each of the dances before they start, ensuring that whether you are seasoned ceilidh dancing expert or this is your first time at a barn dance you’ll feel confident on the night. Whether your event is in Cornwall, Devon, Somerset or Dorset, Splann will give it a real Celtic flavour. We’re a group of experienced musicians who have been actively involved in the Cornish and south west folk scene for longer than we care to remember.

• What are the highlights of your career?

  Playing at some of the most beautiful and lively venues across Cornwall and the Southwest.

• What is your competitive advantage (special features)?

  Experienced musicians and caller who played at many of the top Celtic music and dance festivals.

• What kind of events do you usually serve?

  Weddings, Birthdays, Barndances, Parties and Festivals.

• How can event planners pay for your services?

  Bacs transfer prior to the event or cash on the event.

• How long do you play for?

  Our usual playing time is 2 x one-hour sets with a short break in between. However, we can accommodate any play length.

• Do you have your own PA and lighting?

  We supply all of our own PA and lighting which we can change around to accomadate most sized venues.

• Do you have Public Liability Insurance and PAT tested equipment?

  All of our equipment is PAT tested yearly. Our public liability insurance is renewed Yearly. This can be emailed to the client prior to the event.

• How much space do you require?

  The band and equipment only require a small amount of space, as long as Drums have not been requested. We are happy to discuss any concerns about requirements.

• My favourite tune is not on your list. Will you be able to play it?

  The band can play most tunes you expect to hear at a Ceilidh. If a request is made we could learn the tune prior to the event.

• How many breaks do you take? How long are they?

  We usually take a 30-minute break between our sets. But we are flexible with timings.