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"Great set today at Centre Stage Butlins. I am no really into folk but you converted me just a bit."

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"I know of no better way to pay tribute to someone than with the pipes. Johnny is as fine a piper and as fine a gentleman as one could hope for. He was the consummate professional and made sure he knew exactly what I wanted for my Mum's memorial service. Every note was gracefully expressed and flawlessly executed. It was the perfect send off. We had many comments as to how great he was. Our family has a long history with the pipes, and I am looking forward to a long relationship with Johnny!"

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"What an amazing evening we had! Thank you so much Guy. Please pass on our thanks to the rest of your band. They got people dancing who would normally be interested spectators! We have had several messages this morning saying how well it all went. What a blessing I heard about you!! "

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"They say that some men play the pipes, but with Johnny, it is as if the pipes breathe through the man. To hear him play is not merely to listen to music, it is to be spirited away across the Atlantic, past the mist veiled Crinan Canal, and straight into the rugged heart of the Scottish Highlands. When Johnny strikes the drone and the first notes of "Flower of Scotland" pierce the air, the modern world simply ceases to exist. Whether he is weaving the haunting melody of "The Skye Boat Song" or the majestic, soul stirring echoes of "Highland Cathedral," the transformation is absolute. You can almost smell the damp heather and feel the cold spray of the North Sea on your face. Johnny possesses the rare, ancient gift of the Gaelic "Sgeulachd." His music is a spectrum of the human soul. The Joy, His upbeat reels evoke the fire of a clan celebration. The Sorrow, His laments carry the weight of a thousand years of mourning, touching a depth of grief and reverence that words cannot reach. The Wonder, Between the ballads, he stands as a keeper of lore, captivating the crowd with stories of Scotsmen long past and the bloody, beautiful history of his ancestors. It is whispered and rightly so that Johnny’s skill is no mere hobby, but a sacred inheritance. His lineage stretches back generations to the most legendary pipers in Scotland’s history. You can hear that heritage in every grace note and every perfectly sustained drone. He doesn't just play the songs, he carries the ghosts of the great masters in his fingers. If you seek a piper who can summon the spirits of the glens and move the very earth beneath your feet, look no further than Johnny. He is a master, a storyteller, and a living legend."

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"Wonderful entertainer! Bob ‘reads’ the audience and keeps the mood, tempo and volume on point. He provided a wonderful afternoon of music and humour for mum’s 100th!"

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"We just wanted to say thanks so much for playing at our wedding! You guys did a superb job and we loved the Orcadian Strip The Willow idea for our first dance, you were great at calling it and it was brilliant to see all our best friends and family up dancing with us. We all loved your fun mix of music too, you were very accommodating. We have the best memories from our very special day."

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"Johnny is an amazing and caring person. He helped my family celebrate my mother’s life and honor her memory with some of her favorite tunes. He Is so polite and thoughtful as he helped us through the entire process. He performed flawlessly and we highly recommend him for any celebration. Thank you Johnny"

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"Johnny is an awesome bagpiper absolutely professional and a very kind person he did my father inlaws funeral and my wife's I'd recommend Johnny with a ten star"

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"“We wanted someone to play a few songs after dinner for our wedding last December and John was so nice and played all of the songs we requested and really added a nice atmosphere to an already amazing day, thanks so much! He also played guitar for my husband who sang a song later! Great memories.” Sarah and Michael, 2019"

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"Hi Kev, It's Angie and Niall, Louis Phaethon, 11th June. How you doing? Sorry we never got a chance to meet up again after the wedding as we were only there to the Sunday and most of the guests left on Saturday so it was all a bit hectic. We just wanted to tell you how much we loved you playing the pipes at our wedding. You really did make the day extra special and even though we were in Cyprus it felt like a true Scottish/Irish wedding. Everyone thought you were great and a big thank you from all of us for playing not only my favourite Scottish tunes but also some great Irish ones as well. Tried finding your Facebook page but no luck. Hope you having a great summer in sunny Cyprus and hopefully see you again one day. Angie and Niall Sent from my iPad"

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"Excellent! Very happy with Jason’s performance and music choices. The guests especially those from abroad and not exposed to ‘piping’ were enthralled and very complementary. Thank you Jason."

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"True professionals, and some of the nicest and most laid-back guys you'll meet. Book these guys for a first class hoedown!"

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"John was brilliant, great range and fun... would highly recommend."

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"So glad you were available again this year, everyone said what a great night it was, ceilidh bruises to prove it!"

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"We were so happy Casado played at our wedding! They were so so friendly and very open to our requests, including some specific songs from musicals and Disney films. They also played some favourite jazz pieces that we asked for in addition to their own repertoire of swing and Latin jazz, which suited the occasion perfectly. Our guests loved the live music during the drinks reception, outside on the terrace. Casado were very flexible and worked closely with us to make our day very special. The mix of instruments was lovely and made their whole set feel so fun. They were incredibly accommodating and everything we could have wished for. We would highly recommend them for any occasion! "

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