Murphy's Lore is a Bournemouth/Dorset based 'Celtic' band, performing a mix of traditional Irish, English and Scots music. For ceilidhs, barn dances, pub gigs and general good craic. Perfect in many ways for weddings, parties, an anniversary or any excuse to have a Hooley. Have a look around and get a feel for what we do.
We perform tunes to dance to and songs as well. Noeleen our caller will guide you through the dances.
We will cover Dorset, Hampshire and South Wiltshire in general.
We're currently a 4 piece outfit inc caller.
For most Ceilidhs / Barn Dance we keep the dances mixed to allow dancers of all experience levels to enjoy themselves but can cater for more flavoured evenings such as Burns Night or St.Paddy's night.
Our aim is to 'entertain, not educate', it should be fun after all!
To hear the ceilidh band, use the player to the right on this and other pages. Most clips are live, so what you hear is what you'll get! For other information about the band use the links at the top of this page,and check out the videos for what we see you enjoying.
We also have an offshoot called Murphys Lore Trio ideal for pub gigs, festivals or any reason to have some lively folk music for an event where dancing may not be your thing! 2023 was a great year for this version of the band, supporting Mad Dog McRae in Bridport and opening the Main Stage at Purbeck Valley Folk Festival
To read about our most recent gigs and for a more interactive experience with us, see our facebook pages Murphy's Lore Ceilidh and Murphy's Lore Trio
Sunday 9th August - Murphy's Lore Trio at The Portsmouth Hoy, Poole Quay for the Sunday aftetnoon spot. 4.30 pm start. Portsmouth Hoy
Pavilion Dance South West, Dancing Terraces. Ceilidh on the Terrace, Friday 28th August. A free event as part of their annual monthly events. A free event and starts at 7 pm. A great night overlooking the Bournemouth Lower Gardens. ( wet weather it will move inside) Dancing Terraces - More info here
Sunday 30th August, Alex and Noeleen will be doing a spot of busking in The Royal Aracade for Anathema's Witch Market, It coincides with Increase the Peace day and will feature a host of other acts around Boscombe.
Anathema & Increase the Peace
Monday August 31st - Murphy's Lore Trio will be at Blandford Forum Community Summer Fayre at Marsh and Ham, Blandford Forum DT11 7AW - A day of music, a Fun Fair, Demonstrations and activities
We can now also be found at Murphy's Lore YouTube
Some live videos