If you’re dreaming of a wedding filled with energy, heart, and the unmistakable sound of real Irish trad and folk music, you’re in the right place.

At The Ceólminers, we bring our authentic sound to your celebration—one that gets your guests clapping, singing, and raving about the night long after the last song fades out.

“He blew us all away… so good my friend wanted to cancel the music she had booked and change it to Brendan.” – Hen Party at Kilranagh Lodge, Wicklow.

We’re Brendan Melia and Brian Kelly—Irish musicians with a deep love for folk, trad, and ballads that come from years of playing everywhere from smoky pub corners to wedding barns to historic European stages.

We don’t just show up to perform. We show up to connect—with you, with your guests, and with the moment.

“Brendan and Brians music was fantastic… the vocals were excellent and they created a great atmosphere.” Eleanor & David, Drinks reception, Louth

Brendan is your frontman—vocals, guitar, harmonica, foot percussion, and banjo—whose raw, unique voice has captivated crowds across Ireland and recently on tour in Italy.

He’s been singing ballads since he was a young boy and still lights up when his music fills a dance floor. “There’s just a magic feeling about Irish weddings,” he says. “Everyone’s in great form. It’s a joy to be part of that.”

Brian is a powerhouse on the tenor banjo, mandolin, and whistles. A former All-Ireland Fleadh Cheoil champion, his playing lifts every tune and brings a pulse to the room that’s impossible to ignore. He’s known for his improvisational flair, and when he cuts loose on a reel or backs a ballad, the room follows.

“It felt like a five-piece band with just the two of them… everyone was raving.” – Kim , Day Two Celebration, Dublin

Our set list? It’s a living, breathing celebration of Irish folk—Think the Fureys, The Dubliners, Christy Moore, Luke Kelly, and plenty of beloved session standards and trad tunes. But we’re not about commercial clichés. We care about honoring the culture, the craft, and the soul of the music.

When you book us, you’re getting the real thing—no gimmicks, no leprechauns or paddywhackery just heart and authenticity.

If you’re looking for a genuine Irish pub session vibe on your wedding day—or Irish music that makes your welcome night or Day Two party unforgettable—we’d love to be part of it.

Let’s bring the spirit of the music to your celebration. Reach out to check availability or start the conversation.

All the best,

Brendan & Brian