©2008 Knitter’s Jig

Based in the Midlands, Knitter's Jig is recognised as one of the top traditional ceilidh bands in the country. Our standard line up is between 3 and 5 musicians plus caller depending on the type of event and budget.  All band members are fine musicians with many years experience of playing for both concerts and dances.  The core line up includes Alice on fiddle, Nick on piano accordion and Glen on double bass and bodhran - this would be our minimum format.  For the standard line up we call upon Dale on guitar and Olive on fiddle. Our regular dance callers are either Norma, Alison or Prue. Again our callers are all specially chosen for their suitability for friendly social dancing and to ensure everyone has the opportunity to join in the fun.  

Alice is the band leader and has been playing in English country dance bands since she was 13.  She is a fine fiddle player and also joins in with some of the calling.  She also has a good turn of speed for Scottish and Irish jigs and reels and will usually play a selection at each event.

Nick is an accomplished piano accordion player and guitarist. He has been playing accordion for over 25 years and guitar for more years than he likes to let on.  Nick has played regularly in several dance bands and Morris sides. He has duo'd with Alice for several years and is a keen supporter of early English music.

Glen is the final core member of the band.  He plays double bass, guitar and bodhran (not all at the same time).  Glen has been around the music scene for many years playing with a number of folk and cover bands.

Dale has been playing guitar since he was 10 and has performed in many bands including BKTB, We Can Be Astronauts and Malarkey Ceilidh Band.  Dale is an accomplished musician on both electric and acoustic guitars as well as drums, banjo and accordion.  Dale joins us whenever he is available.

Olive plays fiddle and produces fine harmonies and counter melodies perfectly complimenting Alice and Nick’s melodies.  She regularly plays in other bands but we are always pleased when she is able to join us at gigs and add that little bit of sparkle to the sound.

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