Here’s some of our most frequently asked questions. For more specific enquiries, please just give us a shout, we want to hear from you!
Can Real Easy play a ceilidh at our wedding?
Yes, and it's one of the things they're best known for. A ceilidh set is included as standard, so you can mix Scottish dances like the Gay Gordons, Strip the Willow and the Dashing White Sergeant into the evening at no extra cost. For a fully authentic ceilidh, you can add the band's fiddle player for an additional fee, and an extended ceilidh set can also be booked if your guests can't get enough of it.
Should we add the live fiddler, or is the standard ceilidh set enough?
The standard ceilidh set works really well and gets everyone up dancing. If you'd like that extra bit of Scottish atmosphere, though, the fiddler is well worth considering. A live fiddle makes the ceilidh feel like the real thing, and lots of Real Easy's couples tell us it was a highlight of the night, especially when they had guests travelling from abroad. Adding the fiddler does incur an extra charge, so just ask us and we'll include it in your quote.
Who calls the ceilidh dances?
The band do. Before each dance they talk everyone through the steps with clear, simple instructions, so nobody needs any experience. Real Easy have led ceilidhs for plenty of guests who'd never tried one before, from English and Irish visitors to whole wedding parties with two left feet, and they're known for their patience and good humour when things get a bit chaotic on the dance floor.
Can Real Easy learn our first dance song?
Yes. Real Easy are happy to perform your first dance live, even if it's not already on their set list, and they've learned some fairly unusual choices for couples over the years. They can also play a father-daughter dance or other special song. Just let the band know your choice as early as you can so they have time to get it perfect.
What kind of music do Real Easy play?
Real Easy have a set list of well over 100 songs covering everything from 50s and 60s classics through 70s, 80s and 90s favourites to current hits, plus a dedicated Scottish set featuring the likes of The Proclaimers, Dougie MacLean, Runrig and Skerryvore. They're experts at reading the room and choosing songs that get every generation dancing. You can see the full set list on this page.
Can we make song requests?
Absolutely. Have a look through the set list and let the band know any must-play songs ahead of the day, along with anything you'd rather they avoided. Real Easy are very accommodating and happy to tailor the evening to suit you and your guests.
What are Real Easy's performance times?
The band usually play from 8pm to midnight with a 30-minute break. Alternative timings can be arranged on request, and early arrival or a late finish after midnight can be added to your booking. Real Easy are also very flexible on the night if your timings slip, so there's no need to worry if speeches or dinner run late.
What happens during the band's break?
Real Easy provide a complimentary unmanned DJ service whenever they're not playing live, so the music keeps going during their break and before or after their sets. You're welcome to let them know if there's a particular style of music or playlist you'd like in between.
Who is in the band?
Real Easy are a five-piece band with excellent male vocals, drums, bass and vocals, guitar and keyboards. They're made up of some of Scotland's finest musicians, many of whom have toured the world and recorded successful albums. A fiddle player can also join the line-up for a live ceilidh.
Have Real Easy played at our venue before?
Quite possibly. Real Easy are one of the most established bands in Scotland and have played at almost every popular wedding venue in the country, from castles and country house hotels to barns, farms and private marquees. Have a look at the Venues tab on this page to see where they've performed. If your venue isn't listed, don't worry, as they're used to working at new venues and will liaise with the venue ahead of the day.
What equipment do Real Easy bring, and is it insured?
The band bring their own PA system and stage lighting, and they hold public liability insurance with all equipment PAT tested, which most venues ask for. If your venue has a sound limiter or any other restrictions, just let us know when you book so the band can plan accordingly.
Do Real Easy play corporate events and parties as well as weddings?
Yes. Alongside hundreds of weddings, Real Easy regularly play company Christmas parties, charity balls, awards nights, graduation balls and milestone birthday parties. Several corporate clients have booked them year after year, which says a lot about how reliably they fill a dance floor.
How do we check if Real Easy are available and how much they cost?
Click the Check availability and price button on this page, enter your date and venue, and you'll get an instant quote. Real Easy are one of the most in-demand bands on our roster, so popular dates can go quickly, especially Saturdays in peak wedding season. If you'd like any advice or have questions about add-ons such as the fiddler or a late finish, our team are always happy to help.