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The HiBs is an Irish wedding band based in St. Paul, Minnesota. The group’s name is an abbreviation of the Roman word for Ireland, Hibernia, but is also inspired by their favorite bar in Cork. Dedicated to sharing their musical expertise and lively spirit, this band invites couples to incorporate traditional Celtic tunes into their celebration.

Services Offered

The HiBs is dedicated to bringing the most jovial songs from the Emerald Isle to your celebration for a truly unforgettable event. For an energetic reception, they can call a traditional Irish ceili dance where they’ll invite guests to the floor to learn group dances. If the band doesn’t already know a piece of music that you’d like to hear, they are more than willing to learn it. In the past, they have even mastered original compositions to perform as a surprise from one newlywed to the other. Whether you’d like the group to be front and center or to provide subtle background music, they are happy to help make your wedding memorable.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in your wedding reception music package?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
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Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sound/PA System

Which of the following are included in your popular wedding package?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sound/PA System

Are you an agency or a band?

Band

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3
4 - 6

What genres of music does (do) your band(s) play?

Acoustic
Folk
International

What music services do you provide?

Instrumentals
Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Reception Music
Music During Breaks
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Vocals
Willing to Travel

What items are available?

Microphones
Sound/PA System

Reviews of The HiBs

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Maggie Sent on 05/02/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent Ceremony & Party Music

We were so thrilled to have The HiBs perform at our wedding ceremony in Stillwater. It was the perfect accompaniment to our ceremony- they played a few traditional tunes for the procession and played softly during the readings - it was that extra touch that made the ceremony feel ethereal!

We also asked them to play some louder tunes during the cocktail hour and that was a blast! My parents were so happy to be able to honor our heritage, have fun and they took requests, which made many of my Aunties quite happy :)

I can’t recommend them enough to anyone looking for a unique and beautiful compliment to their ceremony or reception - guests still tell me it was one of the nicest elements! Thank you HiBs for making our day EXTRA!!!
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Maureen Sent on 05/02/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Great Ceili Tunes!

It was so great to have some traditional ceili tunes to get everyone up and dancing! It brought back so many childhood memories and I couldn’t have wanted anything more for our guests than to be able to experience one of the most fun aspects of Irish culture!
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Mike Sent on 05/02/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful traditional Irish music

The HiBs are amazing musicians. They were great to work with and quick to answer any questions and requests we had before our wedding. Kate made it clear that our main focus of the day, was us, and left nothing for us to decide on the day of our wedding.
The music was beautiful and one of the highlights of our day. Everyone’s toes were tapping, they were so good even my father was dancing for a song. My wife and I can’t recommend them enough, you will not be disappointed. 5 stars all the way.
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Brian Sent on 04/30/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Great music and energy

They provided great music and great banter between sets. They’d be a great addition to any event!
Beth
Beth Sent on 04/30/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Toe tapping!

Amazing musicianship, great tunes. Helped make our wedding even more joyful.
Marie
Marie Sent on 04/30/2021
5 out of 5 rating

The dream wedding setting

We hired The HiBs to play our wedding reception. We wanted an authentic Irish wedding and their music provided the perfect ambiance for the entire event. They played prelude music for the ceremony, music for the ceremony, then performed at the reception. All the guests loved it. Kate was so easy to work with AND she got a bunch of our guests up to learn a couple Irish Country Dances. It was so fun! My Aunt keeps talking about it. The HiBs also provided sound gear - which saved us money. We used it for announcements and toasts. I highly recommend the HiBs if you want an authentic Irish wedding.
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner

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