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MOST UNEXPECTED have become one of the most exciting and popular barn dance bands in the South East. Based in Essex, we have grown into an eight piece band performing original arrangements of traditional music from England, Ireland, Scotland and America, providing a fun evening of music and dancing suitable for any occasion.

    
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Most Unexpected was established five years ago but over the last three years original members Jon (bass), Catherine (caller) and Jeremy (drums) have been joined by Liz (violin, electric bagpipes), Mat (guitars), Russ (banjo, mandolin, guitars), Danny (melodeon) and Martyn (Concertina) producing a powerful and unique sound with a great blend of youth, experience and total enthusiasm.
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All our members have had many years of experience before joining MOST UNEXPECTED and have individually performed at folk festivals including Sidmouth, Chippenham, Towersey and Whitby with other groups and artists. Please visit our members page for more information.

 

New to Barn Dancing?

Most Unexpected pride ourselves on providing a professional and exciting evening for all to enjoy. A barn dance is one of the best ways to celebrate an occasion as people of all ages and fitness levels can dance together. Our caller Catherine has many years experience calling for complete beginners and experienced dancers. She will quickly teach each dance before the music begins and will also guide you through during the dances. No one is forced to join in or 'told off' for getting it wrong!

   
 

Important Information

We provide all our own sound amplification and ancillary equipment which is fully P.A.T. tested and capable of use in large or small venues

 

The band is an affiliated member of EFDSS (the English Folk Dance and Song Society) and is also a member of EFA, the (Essex Folk Association)

 

The band has a £5,000,000 Public Liability Insurance cover arranged through EFDSS.

We will be only too pleased to give more information and advice about organising a barn dance so please do not hesitate to contact us.