What do you wear to an event? A kilt along with all of the other highland gear, unless specifically asked not to.
Suggestions for weddings?
Piping outside or inside before the wedding; piping while the guests are seated
Piping in the bride
Walking in front or behind the bride and groom as they exit together as husband and wife
Piping as the bride and groom drive away together
Piping during the reception, or even playing something romantic for the bride and groom’s first dance
Suggestions for funerals?
Piping near the graveside as guests arrive or as the casket is being escorted
Playing before or after the eulogy
Playing a hymn or any other tune for the family and friends to sing along to
Playing and slowly walking off at the end of the service, allowing the sound of the pipes to fade away
Is it difficult to learn how to play the bagpipes? It is very difficult and takes quite a bit of patience and focus to learn.
How much does a bagpipe cost? It usually depends on what it is made of and who made it. They can be anywhere from $800 to $10,000.
What do you charge? I have a set rate for the DFW area since it is local. I charge my set rate, plus gas and distance to perform anywhere else.
What tartan do you wear? I wear several different tartans: the Duncan Ancient, Lyon College, MacMillan Dress Ancient, Spirit of Scotland, and County Sligo.
