Bagpipe Player - MacKay Bagpipe player performing on all kinds of events.

Based in Netherlands

Heemskerk, Gemeente Heemskerk, Provincie Noord-Holland, Netherlands
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LOCATION
Heemskerk, Gemeente Heemskerk, Provincie Noord-Holland, Netherlands

TRAVEL
up to 115 miles

PRICE
from €200 (EUR)

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Available to book from €200 (EUR). For an accurate quote please make an enquiry.

About / Biography

Professional experienced bagpipe player. Also available with several pipers and/or drummers for bigger gigs.

Some of the occasions for which we have played:

  • Weddings
  • Bachelor(ette) parties
  • Birthdays
  • Festivals
  • Business events
  • Funerals
  • Remembrance services
  • Together with an orchestra or band

If you have an occasion that isn't listed above, but think the bagpipe would be a great addition to your event, don't hesitate to contact us!

We can also give workshops for small or bigger groups, so you can get all the information you want on the bagpipes and their history and then get to try the instrument out yourself as well.

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Location

Based in Netherlands

Heemskerk, Gemeente Heemskerk, Provincie Noord-Holland, Netherlands
Travels up to 115 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 115 miles)
Travel areas on the map are approximate (distances may vary) free quote

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

For most events we don't need amplification.
Gigs can be in one place, but also walking (marching) around.
For bigger events, a stage is preferred.


What information do you require about a venue?

Directions where to park and where/with whom we can report.


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

If needed, I have my own microphones. We don't bring a PA system.


Can you provide a Spotify/DJ service before and between your sets?

We don't have a PA to play music over, if needed we can recommend a suitable playlist that can be played in between sets.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best gig you've ever done and the best venue you've ever worked at?

I've played at the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo in 2022. One of the most special gigs for a piper to do at a fantastic venue, Edinburgh Castle.


What's your favourite type of event?

We like all kinds of events, the variety keeps it fun.


What's your previous experience and how did you start gigging?

I started with some small gigs in 2007 and from there on went all over Europe for lots of different gigs, from living rooms to big Arenas like Mercedes Benz Arena (Berlin, Germany) and Gelredome (Arnhem, Netherlands).


Which artists have you been most influenced by, who is your favourite artist and what is the greatest song of all time?

Most influence came from Gordon Duncan and Fred Morisson.
For bands it's Daimh and Breabach.

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

Setup when playing without PA is very short. Most of the time I arrive in kilt already with the bagpipes ready to go.
If possible, about 5 minutes to tune would be good.
Performance time fully depends on the occasion. Sometimes 1 or 2 tunes is enough, other times we can play several times.


Are you happy to perform outside?

We're happy to perform outside, also walking around if needed.


Do the clients have a say in what you play or is it a set repertoire list only?

They client can have a say in the setlist, but the tunes need to be in the Scottish Bagpipe repertoire, since it is limited in what music it can play.


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

Making a big impact, sometimes emotional, sometimes a big party.

Recent Clients

Bagpipe Player - MacKay has performed for these clients:

Castlefest, Lisse, Netherlands

Mittelalterlich Phantasie Spectaculum, Germany

Kruidvat Netherlands (Christmas commercial)

Venues

Bagpipe Player - MacKay has performed at these venues:

Castle Esplanade, Edinburgh Castle, Scotland

RAI, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Ahoy, Rotterdam, Netherlands

Gelredome, Arnhem, Netherlands

Mercedes Benz Arena, Berlin, Germany

Plenty of outdoor spaces or living rooms for several gigs

More Info

Events types:

Wedding

Birthday Party

Private Event

Corporate Event

Hotel / Restaurant Event

Bar / Venue Event

Funeral / Memorial

Wedding Proposal

Concert

Religious Event

Recording Session

Cruise

Virtual Event

Charity Event

Theatre Show

Burns Night

Christmas Party

New Year's Eve

Genres:

Medieval / Early Music

Folk

Ceilidh

Traditional Irish Folk

Traditional Scottish Folk

Scottish Music

Features:

Instrumental

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