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Celtic confusion Logo Celtic Confusion are a Dorset based Irish band, formed by classical violinist Gill Collins and talented guitarist John Reeks. The two met in 2004 whilst playing at various Irish music festivals in the south west of England and were originally joined by Clive Jennings, a multi - instrumentalist who plays hammered dulcimer, bouzouki, darabouka, whistles and other instruments no-one else wants to play. Then Mike McDaid, an accomplished piano accordian player who is known for his love of jazz and who frequently introduces vibrant chords into his playing. More recently Richard Wirdnam, a highly experienced musician and singer who plays piano accordian and is well known as a musician and composer in his own right. Also Cat Lake, an expert bodhran player and percussionist.

We are a lively bunch of musicians who thoroughly enjoy playing music for people who want to have fun.

Celtic Confusion play a mix of irish and scottish tunes. We play dance music, interspersed with slow airs to suit each occasion. We can play centre stage or else as background music. We can play as a 2, 3 or 4-piece band, varying the line-up of musicians to suit your function. We bring in our own dance caller if required to host a barn dance and can also provide an entertaining singer as required.

We have experience of playing at weddings, barn dances and pub gigs and from playing intimate bookings as well as large venues.

We are members of the Musician's Union.

Our aim is to enhance your occasion and for you to go home smiling!

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