Review Centre: Bagpipers

"As my siblings and I were assisting our father with planning out his memorial services, he had requested bagpipes be played. I began searching Google for pipers in my area and found 4 different providers. I emailed each one individually and within minutes of sending those emails Johnny was calling my phone. The way Johnny interacted with me over the phone and spoke with so much reverence and respect for my father, someone Johnny had never met, won me over almost instantly. Johnny acknowledged his availability on the day of the memorial services and then helped walk me through different ideas and musical numbers during our chat, he provided his pricing and explained every single detail possible so that I was fully informed of my options. I took notes and explained I would reach out to him after the family had made a decision on who we would select. I only heard back from 2 additional providers and they both were more expensive than Johnny and offered the same services...Johnny kept in contact with me very professionally, he wasn't aggressive or pushy, he simply checked in and asked if I needed anything or had questions before we had made our decision. Once we had verified that we wanted Johnny to be our piper, he checked in with me daily a couple of days before the day of the memorial services and verified he was ready and honored to be involved. The day of service Johnny arrived early, looking extremely proper and professional in his attire. He performed 2 musical numbers for the service and did such an amazing job, it was absolutely beautiful and set the perfect tone for what we were trying to accomplish. I could not ask for a better experience. After the services concluded, Johnny joined us graveside to pay his respects for my father, expressed his condolences to me and my family and expressed his gratitude for being in attendance, and being able to perform. Johnny is a fantastic guy and possess top shelf musical talent. There is no way you could have a bad experience with this guy. I have every intention of finding other events that we can hire Johnny for, because he is that great. He knows his stuff and demonstrates extreme pride and professionalism in everything he does. Johnny - thank you again for everything! I look forward to seeing you again. Please know that I don't give 5 star reviews to anyone, I don't feel that it's fair. To get 5 stars leads us to believe we have reached perfection and we lose our motivation to improve, change and work hard. Your 4 star review from me means I am beyond pleased with you and your services, but I don't have any feedback on what you could have or can do better. But I encourage you to always be mindful and to take consideration of how you can improve, change or work harder, because that's how all of us become better. Stay safe and keep well! Cheers!"

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"I attended a funeral where David Carril played. He played beautifully and looked and acted with great professionalism. The music spoke for itself and he was unobtrusive, obviously very experienced and respectful. It definitely added to the personal feel of the service for a very special man. I have no hesitation to recommend him. "

Reply by David Carril
Thanks very much for your kind review. Encouraging

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"Thank you so much for playing on our day. All of our guests were so impressed and thoroughly enjoyed the piping! They particularly loved all the attention they got when you piped them over to Timberyard! You showcased to our guests from other areas of the country/world some of our Scottish traditions wonderfully - thank you. We will be sure to recommend you to anyone looking for a piper for their day! Thanks again, Jodie and Ollie "

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"Johnny played at my father’s graveside funeral and did a really phenomenal job. He was extremely professional and communication was excellent. He tailored the songs to exactly what we were looking for and his bagpipe music set a beautiful tone for the service. I couldn’t be happier. Don’t hesitate if you’re looking for bagpipe music for your event."

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"Johnnys music made the graveside service feel extra special and complete."

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"Comments from my colleagues: Super funny, great at involving the audience, you were yourself, very authentic in your show. Got everyone's laugh muscles working all the way around. Really funny :O). I would definitely recommend him to others. - Lone Roly Andersen"

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"We've worked with Spud for many years and always find him to be professional, cheeky and a great piper. Spud also gives a fantastic pipers toast and his attire is immaculate. We highly recommend and love working with Spud!"

Reply by Spud the piper
Thank you for your nice review

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"Absolutely the best! Professional and courteous, listened to what I wanted and gave more on top as well. Now trying to work out what we can celebrate next to have Andrew back again, he’s that good!"

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"Hi Keith Thank you so much for playing so beautifully at the celebration for my mother, hearing the pipes made the occasion extra special for us. Many thanks again. Best wishes Claire"

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"Celtic Team - professionally perfect pipers Tonti and Brock are a loving couple whose dedication to the tradition of the pipes and to the pageantry it brings to any occasion is an experience I will not soon forget. Crisp and immaculate, sharp and regal in their bearing, their presence at my family’s celebration of our uncles 100th birthday brought the emotions of the occasion to an entirely unmatched level. Thank you Celtic Bagpipe Team from the bottom of my heart and may God bless you. -TJR"

Reply by Celtic Bagpipe Team
Super appreciate that TJ! How great was your event and all the love poured out, wow! Continue the strong vibe throughout the year as we wish you and your family the very best in 2025! ☘️❤️☘️

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"Anita Syers-Gibson Cawley Hall, Eye Dear Keith Thank you so much for helping our Burns Night go with such a swing last night. From the piping in of each guest (a lovely surprise) to the parading around of the haggis, and the little medleys in between, you delivered everything immaculately with skill, grace and charm: a thoroughly professional performance all round and greatly enjoyed by the company. And again, Thank you, Thank you. Thank you. Anita "

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"Thank you so much for being part of our day, it made a world of difference having that feel of Scotland present with us on our special day in Portugal and brought such a great atmosphere to everything. We hope you enjoyed the day as much as we did. All the best on your future endeavours, we will be sure to recommend you if the need for a bagpipe player comes up to any of our friends. Thanks and warm regards, Catarina & Scott"

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"Dear Cameron, Thank you so very much for playing at my father’s funeral today. You made the day very special for us and I’m sure that my father would have loved it. We can recommend you to anyone that wants a piper at their occasion. You were respectful and polite and everyone said how good and professional you were. We would definitely use you again in the future. "

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"We had a fabulous time listening & dancing to Victors tunes. He was so accommodating that he looked up some songs that are near and dear to my family‘s hearts and he played them just as he said he would. He was on time and very professional. I would definitely recommend Hampton Pipes & Drums."

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"I just wanted to thank you and Dougie very much for excellent work. It was a great events thanks to Dougie. We had about 1700 students who needed to get from McEwan hall to Appleton Tower and it would have been impossible to arrange it without such an excellent piper like Dougie. Thank you! Best wishes, Inga"

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