The Liam Stewart Band

If you’re looking for bespoke entertainment designed entirely around your wedding day, The Liam Stewart Band offer everything from live ceremony music and relaxed drinks receptions to high-energy ceilidhs and DJ sets.

Known for engaging performances, professional service and experienced wedding DJs, the team works closely with couples to create personal, memorable wedding entertainment that is fully tailored to suit your plans.

Wedding entertainment services

The Liam Stewart Band provide flexible wedding entertainment packages designed to support every stage of your wedding day, including:

•    Live traditional Scottish ceilidh band performances
•    Experienced DJs with tailored playlists
•    Ceremony music
•    Drinks reception and cocktail hour music
•    Background music during the wedding breakfast
•    Evening reception and disco entertainment
•    Guidance and planning support before and during your wedding day

Wedding packages

Wedding packages are designed to suit a range of styles and budgets, with increasing levels of entertainment and additional services included. 

•    Bronze Package
•    Silver Package
•    Gold Package
•    Diamond Package
•    Platinum Package

Ceilidh music, live bands and DJs

While The Liam Stewart Band specialises in traditional Scottish and Irish ceilidh music, entertainment is designed to suit guests of all ages and abilities.

The band’s DJs combine couple requests, favourite songs and classic dancefloor tracks to create lively evenings and keep the momentum going long after the first dance.

Performing at a variety of weddings over the years, they have experience at:

•    Traditional Scottish weddings
•    Luxury hotels
•    Castles
•    Intimate celebrations
•    Outdoor weddings
•    Private residence weddings
•    Destination and overseas celebrations
•    Corporate and large-scale events

Equipment and setup

All sound systems, instruments, lighting and amplification are supplied by the band.

Typical setup time is around one hour before the first dance or reception, helping ensure a smooth transition into the evening celebrations.

Experience and industry background

The Liam Stewart Band is made up of some of Scotland’s most experienced traditional musicians and entertainers.

Band leader Liam Stewart is a record-breaking four-time All Scotland Accordion Champion, having won every major solo championship multiple times.
Collectively, members have decades of experience performing across events, television, radio and film, with credits including:

•    BBC broadcasts
•    Classic FM
•    Deadwater Fell
•    The Happy Lands
•    Made in Chelsea

Band members have also performed for European Royal families and at renowned venues, including:

•    Buckingham Palace
•    Gleneagles
•    Edinburgh Castle
•    Dumfries House
•    Grosvenor House London

Newlywed testimonial

“We were exploring a few options and bands, but we are so glad we booked The Liam Stewart Band because you completely blew us away! The whole experience was even better than we imagined, and everyone's still talking about it. 

“Having the pianist during dinner set such a beautiful tone for the evening… the ceilidh brought so much energy and fun, and the DJ afterwards was spot on! One of the things we loved most was how well you managed such a diverse group of guests (around half of our crowd didn’t speak English, but somehow you still got everyone involved and enjoying themselves during the ceilidh, even people who had never been to a Ceilidh were up dancing and having a great time! 

“You all created such a fun and welcoming atmosphere, and the dance floor was busy the entire night.  Thank you again for making our wedding so memorable, we honestly couldn’t have picked better entertainment” – Rida & James

FAQs

How does the booking process work?

Couples can enquire directly through the official website, Instagram or Facebook channels.

From there, the team discusses requirements, entertainment options and timings before confirming the booking and planning details.

Will the band call and demonstrate the ceilidh dances?

Yes, every ceilidh dance is fully called and demonstrated by the band – with refreshers and recaps provided throughout the evening if needed. 

The aim is to keep guests involved and confident on the dancefloor, regardless of experience.

Can couples request songs or create a DJ playlist?

Yes, couples are encouraged to share their favourite songs, first dance tracks and must-play requests. The DJ then blends these with proven wedding classics to create an atmosphere that keeps the party flowing.

What happens if timings change on the day?

The Liam Stewart Wedding Band’s decades of experience in the wedding industry ensure that, even if schedules shift, they remain flexible and keep the entertainment running smoothly.