Bagpipes for Any Occasion
Who says bagpipes are just for funerals???
Bagpipes are for any occasion and add a unique touch everyone remembers.
I’ve played for PGA Championships, backyard BBQs, retirement parties, tea parties, holiday parties, bars, breweries, wineries, meaderies, distilleries, and a bunch of other places I can’t remember.
I can’t wait to join you in your celebration; or for whatever you want!
Party Piper
The party don’t start till the piper walks in. (That’s how that goes, right?)
In addition to the great highland pipes, I can play indoor bagpipes called smallpipes to provide a cool, Celtic feel to any party. Types of parties I’ve played:
Retirement
Anniversary
Birthday
Family Reunions
Get in touch, and I can’t wait to hear what you’re celebrating.
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Having a piper at any event makes it unique and memorable. I can play as background music, can give demonstrations on how the pipes work, have plenty of stories to tell, and love to entertain in general. Give me a shout!
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I have different sets of bagpipes that can be played indoors or outdoors depending on the time of year, weather, and event. There's nothing like the great highland pipes - the big, loud ones, - but the indoor smallpipes always strike the right note and add Celtic flair to any party without being too loud.
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I've been the surprise at numerous parties and it's always memorable! Believe it or not...I'm pretty good at keeping myself a secret if I need to! Welcoming a guest of honor with a rousing tune on the pipes is a great way to start any party. Surprise or otherwise!
Golf
Or as the Scottish call it, “Goff.”
Bagpipes and golf just go together. What other instrument can carry their sound over the entire course?
March your team to the first tee.
Welcome golfers to the “19th” hole.
Begin a tournament with a piper.
Bagpipes are at home on a golf course and fit with so many occasions and events. Get in touch, and we can make your golfing event even more unique and memorable.
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I can play at the clubhouse, near the first hole, the entrance to the club, or wherever you'd like to welcome guests with music.
An early tee time while being greeted by the sound of the pipes? What could be better.
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Dedications, memorial tournaments, opening ceremonies, all of them can be accented by the sound of the pipes. Be it somber or celebratory, I have tunes that can strike the right note for your ceremony or tournament.
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No matter how you did on the course that day - I promise I won't tell anyone about those extra mulligans! - there's always the end of the day to look forward to.
Start your party with the pipes, and I can even bring a fiddler along if you like...
“Bagpipes with Jake”
The bagpipe is an ancient instrument with a long and fascinating history.
I have a program that’s a mix of performance, education, interaction - and some humor - that explains just how unique bagpipes are in the world of music. I cover things like:
How bagpipes work
The history of bagpipes
The origins of the instrument (spoiler, it’s not Scotland!)
Stories about the tunes I play (I wrote some of them!)
And a whole bunch of modern and traditional bagpipe music
My program is about an hour long and I offer discounts for retirement and educational communities. Get in touch and hire unique and educational entertainment for your students or residents, or yourself!
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I often play my smallpipes at these events as it allows me to play indoors and interact with a crowd without being too loud! I can of course offer the program outdoors but this is something I can offer rain or shine.
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I have so many stories and facts about the pipes; I've been involved in a few myself! Depending on the audience I will tailor the content to the crowd.
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Not many people interact with a bagpiper outside of a parade or unless they have one in the family! I love to answer questions and leave enough time for the audience to pick my brain. I'm even know to take a song request or two!
Surprise Me!
Bagpipes are for any occasion. So help me out and book me for one of these occasions I haven’t played yet but really, really want to:
Tupperware Parties
Secret Rituals
Haunted Houses
A Bills Game
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Help me add to the list!
Need something cool for your party? How about a dueling piper and fiddler? We can make it happen!
Prices and Packages
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Starting at $200 - (20-30 minutes of playing)
You tell me what we’re celebrating!
Once I'm at your event, I can play as much or as little as you like. Most of my services fall between $200-$500.(I offer discounts for education and retirement communities interested in my education program.)
Total cost will be based on:
Distance/time travelled.
Special requests - learning new material, etc.
I'm here to help! Get in touch and I can't wait to hear what you're celebrating.
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No matter which package or service you choose:
Planning Your Event
If you don’t have an idea in mind, I love creating unique ways to add bagpipes to events. Consultations are free.
Uniform/Dress
I will be dressed in full highland gear appropriate for your ceremony.
Arrival
I arrive at least 30 minutes before I’m supposed to perform. This allows me time to meet you, settle in, and, most importantly, warm up the pipes!
At the Event
Don’t stress about the piper. I work with other funeral professionals to make sure everything runs according to plan.
Note***Any event with 45+ minutes of travel one way may have additional fees.
Bagpipes are my purpose.
Hear about my passion right from my clients:
