Meet the band behind the mayhem
We’re Jiggery Pokery - a ceilidh band based in Yorkshire and Lincolnshire, known for our foot-stomping tunes, infectious energy, and a healthy dose of joyful chaos. Our crew is made up of talented musicians and one very enthusiastic caller, each bringing their own flair to the dance floor.
Caller
Char Starford
Day job: Bloody good bookkeeping
Why I love ceilidhs: I get to shout at people and they thank me for it! It’s organised chaos and I adore it.
Violin
Claire Jowett
Day job: Musician, teacher, and orchestra leader
Why I love ceilidhs: It’s the most joyful kind of musical mayhem. Everyone’s involved, everyone’s smiling, and the energy is contagious.
Accordion
Caz Bradley
Day job: Musician, teacher, and choir leader
Why I love ceilidhs: I love watching everybody falling over each other and laughing. It’s pure joy in motion.
Whistles and mandolin
Peter Hill
Day job: Gentleman of leisure
Why I love ceilidhs: There’s nothing better than seeing a room full of strangers become friends through music and dance.
Bass guitar
Rod Peet
Day job: International man of mystery
Why I love ceilidhs: It’s the one gig where mistakes turn into magic and everyone’s smiling from start to finish.
Guitar
Ken Davison
Day job: Theatre supremo
Why I love ceilidhs: It’s like therapy for grown-ups - playful, noisy, and full of laughter.