The Great Shenanigans - Irish ceili band
The Great Shenanigans are a talented ensemble of exceptional musicians and vocalists, specializing in vibrant Irish tunes and songs
The Great Shenanigans are the perfect choice for a lively ceili, bringing an infectious energy and vibrant atmosphere to any party or gathering. Based in North London, they’re more than happy to travel wherever the music is needed.
Their standard lineup includes a dynamic mix of guitar, bass, fiddle, accordion, piano, and, when the occasion calls for it, drums.
For ceili events, they provide a skilled and inspiring caller, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable night of dancing.
With a wide range of musical styles, The Great Shenanigans deliver everything from the gentle elegance of Irish melodies to the high-energy Celtic sounds of traditional jigs and reels.
Their excellent vocalists and professionally trained, top-tier instrumentalists create an unforgettable experience for all.
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Song lists
All For Me Grog
As I Roved Out
Black Velvet Band
Brown Eyed Girl
Cockles and Mussels
Couldn’t Have come at a Better Time
Danny Boy
Dirty Old Town
Fisherman’s Blues
Follow Me Up to Carlow
Galway Girl
Home by Bearne
Irish Rover
Lanigan’s
Leaving of Liverpool
Moondance
Muirshin Durkin
N17
New York Girls
Rare Old Mountain Dew
Rocky Road to Dublin
Spanish Lady
Spancill Hill
Star of the County Down
Streets of New York
Tell Me Ma
Tennesee Waltz
Whiskey in The Jar
Wild Rover
Cape Breton (Am) Sonny Brogans (Am)
Cooleys Em – Star on Munster (Am)
I won’t be a Nun (G
Lark in the morning (D)
Mason’ s Apron (A)
Pinch of Snuff (D)
Rakish Paddy (C-D) – Fairy Dance- Wind that Shakes the Barley
Si Bheag Si Mohr (D)
Soldiers Joy
Tar Road to Sligo(D) -Cliffs of Moher (Am)
Tripping Upstairs (D) – Kesh (G)
and many more!
“I just wanted to touch base and say thank you so much for all your efforts. My mum would have been so happy at the way you got everyone together with your music. I have also passed on your details to various members of my friends and family so I guess it won’t be to long until I hear you guys again”.