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Cut the Mustard are a highly experienced three to six piece ceilidh band based in the West Midlands who are passionate about playing traditional music in an exciting, danceable, melodic and rhythmic style.

We come from varying musical backgrounds which brings freshness and versatility to the music. Our common aim is to play traditional music at its best.

The band has evolved over the last 10 years to what is now its present line up, comprising:

Roger Champkin – guitar, piano accordion
Joanna King – fiddle, piano
Richard Revett – guitar, mandolin
Helen Wilding Smith – fiddle

Guest Musicians

Ritchie Lund –drums
Pete Hagan – banjo
Nada Meredith – fiddle

Use the main navigation or this link to read about the band members

The band usually goes out as a three piece, plus caller, playing music from all the traditions, but we are privileged to have other guest musicians who we can call on if required to give an authentic and bigger Scottish, or Irish, sound.
Use the main navigation or this link to listen to the band

Cut the Mustard have been playing for Weddings, Ceilidhs, Birthdays and Country Dances for many years. In fact for so long that Roger can't even remember when he started! This wealth of experience results in a vast repertoire of tunes to fit any occasion.

The music is mainly drawn from the English, Irish and Scottish traditions but there are also other influences which makes it appeal to all ages. The band are also experienced singers and again can entertain with Irish, Scottish or even 60's songs during the night.

Whether it be dance or song you can be assured of exciting music guaranteed to give you a memorable occasion where a great time will be had by all. Use the main navigation or this link to read letters from happy customers

The band tends to be booked up for at least 4 months in advance for Saturday nights in the summer so please bear this in mind when planning your event. Of course it is always worth trying to book at shorter notice as there are sometimes dates still available, especially Fridays and other weekdays, and particularly in the winter.

Every event is different and comes with its own special requirements so a phone call to Roger is a great way of letting him know what your exact needs are. We can also provide a demo CD as well as the sound clips available on this site.

Some of our larger functions have included:

SAS Regiment, Hereford - Burns Night
Royal Military Police Officers Mess
Tank Regiment, Warminster - Burns Night
Hyatt Hotel, Birmingham
Chesford Grange Hotel, Kenilworth
Alveston Manor Hotel, Stratford on Avon
Welcombe Hotel, Stratford on Avon
RAF Cosford
Bromyard Folk Festival
Shrewsbury School
Eton College
Sandhurst Military Academy

For more information and to book the band please phone Roger Champkin on 01584 810733