For the last twenty three years I have called for all kinds of social events, including knees-ups, weddings, birthdays, corporate, fundraising and charity do’s, fancy dress bashes, PTA’s etc in the north Staffordshire, north Shropshire and south Cheshire areas and further away too.  On many occasions for certain evenings I have been especially asked to be the caller.

I am the regular caller for the The Moody Food Ceili Band of Newcastle under Lyme, and for Skimmity too.   I also call for other local bands such as  Steamhead , The Maggoty Ceilidh Band and Madcap Ceilidh Band of Cheshire, The Jolly Machine, Parish Lamtern  and the Slippery Hill Boys from Stoke on Trent and Leek area;  I have also worked with HiJinx of Newtown, Powys, Wales, and  Bonrif from the Lichfield area, and then Saxon Drain and Sharon's Handbag from further a field in Berkshire. 

Links to: The Moody Food Ceili Band,   Skimmity,   The Maggoty Ceilidh Band

My personal approach is to make sure novices quickly gain confidence and ensure they can get the best out of having a fun evening.  My style of calling places emphasis on relating to the dancers on the floor in a light hearted way, with wit, humour, understanding and animated involvement.  This personal approach exudes enthusiasm and ensures enjoyment for all.  It is my aim to achieve a rapport with the dancers, by adjusting to their experience, especially if there are many novices. 

I offer special encouragement to children – after all they are the next generation of dancers!

I am always willing to help and offer advice on organising your event and arranging the order of your evening.  I work with bands of various sounds and styles and can select and book a suitable band for your event.