Browse 53 bagpipers and Highland pipers in Canada for weddings, funerals and events. With 190 reviews from real clients averaging 5 out of 5, prices start from $150 with an average of $330.
Local bagpipe players perform in full Highland dress and offer repertoires of traditional Scottish airs, Celtic tunes and popular pieces like Amazing Grace and Highland Cathedral. Pipers near you are commonly booked for wedding ceremonies, funeral services, Burns Night suppers and corporate events.
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Wedding Singers in CanadaProfessional bagpipe players in Canada bring the powerful sound of the Great Highland Bagpipe to weddings, funerals and special events near you. These Celtic pipers typically perform in full Highland dress and carry repertoires spanning traditional Scottish airs, military marches and well-known tunes arranged for pipes. Most performers also offer Scottish small pipes as a quieter option for indoor ceremonies.
Weddings are the most popular booking locally, with pipers performing for guest arrivals, processionals and reception entrances. Funerals and memorial services are equally common, with pieces like Amazing Grace and Flowers of the Forest providing a moving tribute. Burns Night suppers, corporate events, St Patrick's Day celebrations and milestone birthdays also make regular bookings in your area. Peak dates such as Burns Night and St Patrick's Day fill up early, so prompt enquiries are worthwhile.
Bagpipers in Canada currently range from $150 for a short set of around 20-30 minutes to $550+ for extended engagements or multi-location events. The average booking cost is $330, with rates influenced by performance duration, travel distance and event complexity. Wedding packages covering multiple performance slots throughout the day will sit at the higher end, while a single-slot funeral or ceremony booking typically costs less.
The average price for Bagpipers available in Canada is $330 (CAD). Above you will also find a budget price and high end price. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.
Jennyandthekelts
"A devilish rhythm, a galloping melody and a captivating voice"
Issac, Woods-Hudson, Bagpiping Services
"Issac was amazing!! He played for my father in law's 90th birthday and brought him to tears, happy tears. He took the time to sit and talk to him after and went around to speak to everyone. It was an extraordinary day and we were all super pleased. Everyone loved it. I highly recommend for any event you may have."
Leman Piping
"Yann was great to work with and very professional and helpful. His fantastic playing made our event very special."
Piper Iain Lang
"Iain was very professional and his performance was excellent. He arrived early, was dressed and unfazed by the rain and wind, and did exactly what I had in mind.
I highly recommend him for anyone looking to hire a bag piper."
Bagpiping by Robert Burns
"Overall satisfaction
5.0
Professionalism
5.0
Accomodating
5.0
Talent
5.0
Likely to recommend
5.0
We hired Robert for our daughter's graduation party. She will be studying at the University of Edinburgh this fall. Robert provided the perfect ambiance for our guests' arrival with his amazing bagpiping in full Scottish attire and our guests all loved him! He was timely, professional and kind. Highly recommend!"
pipe major Nick MacVicar
"Nick, you're a scholar and a gentleman. Everyone that met you had nothing but good things to say, and you giving us extra time for the city center was really really appreciated. (As was the plaid; legend)
We genuinely hope we meet again, your vibe was spectacular. Talk to you soon man. Thanks again"