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Experienced piper with over 40 years of experience of solo piping and as a member of a championship winning pipe band.

Available for Weddings, Funerals, Private parties and Corporate events etc.

Can create the perfect atmosphere for any occasion.
* Buckingham Palace

* The Edinburgh Military Tattoo

* Basel Tattoo

* Berlin Tattoo

* Remembrance Parades and Services

* NATO

* Many engagements both Military and Civilian in Germany

* Stage shows

* Major Piping Competitions organised through the Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association.

* Funerals, Weddings, Burns night and many other engagements of this type. Solo accompanist to Highland Dancers and playing for Her Majesty at Balmoral.
Rates
Rate depends on performance times and travel
Entertainment Types:
Piper
Costumes / Dress: Either full highland dress for the more formal occasions or “day dress” for celebrations, e.g. funerals and weddings. However, the style of dress will be decided on an engagement by engagement basis after discussion with the client.

Reviews:

It was lovely meeting you today. We have hade lots of lovely feedback from the parents and children. We will definitely be in touch for future events.
Everyone has been saying how good you were, so thank you very much. We would like to book you again for next near.
I want to thank you for making Don's farewell so special.
Mrs Stewart,
I just wanted to thank you today (on behalf of 100 people) how amazing you did. It was truly amazing and a wonderful surprise to dad's Scottish side who knew nothing about it. Thankyou again
Angela Duxbury
I have been meaning to text you - Yes - thankyou, it was lovely and everyone said the same. Thankyou for making Mum's send off special.
Susan Rose
Thank you - you made the day very special
Alison Garratt
On behalf of the family, I would like to express our gratitude and thanks to you all for the fantastic support at the memorial service yesterday. Your piping was superb and your professionalism exceptional. I can’t tell you the number of good comments I received on both your playing and turnout! Moreover, your generosity of time was very much appreciated by everyone, and made the service special. Thank you once again for a significant contribution on the day. I think Ronald and Mavis would have been extremely happy with your endeavours, just as we were. Very Best Wishes Martin Padley
Martin Padley
Wonderful piping. Thankyou, hope you enjoyed the evening and we would like to book you for 28th January, 2023
Heath
Thank you so much for your piping this afternoon at Mum's funeral. So sorry I didnt get to speak to you at the end. The music was beautiful and I know Mum would have appreciated it. Thank you again
Judith
Just wanted to say a massive thank you for playing in our ceremony. All the guests loved it as much as we did! Keep well Charlotte
Sorry I didn't get to thank you personally. Dad would have been so proud of your playing and I would like to thank you from my and my sister. Thank you so much
I cannot thank you enough. You were amazing. Everyone commented on the pipes. Thanks so much for making grandad's final journey perfect xx
Thank you, for a wonderful contribution to my brothers funeral. We were all extremely pleased with your playing and hope we will be able to hear you again in happier circumstances.
Mrs. Boyers
Just wanted to say a massive thank you for last night. Obviously, never got chance to thank you in person but you were brilliant and really made the night quite something
Darren
"The family called me this morning and said if a funeral could be fabulous, the funeral was fabulous I think that says it all. Thank you so much for your services."
Youngs Funeral Directors
It was good to work with you again. I have only heard good reports from them Loads of likes on facebook but no comments We are booked for next year!! Many likes on Facebook
Lez Hizzett - Toastmaster
Thanks for today. Everyone raved about you and your music.
Lez
The family were very pleased as was I. I will be in touch again when the need arises. Regards Tony H. H. Birch Funeralcare
Tony (Undertaker)
Hi Ian You were absolutely fab everyone agreed that it was a great thing to do from the church to the hotel. I will send you some pics. Best wishes Lisa
:Lisa
The bride and groom thought the music was perfect. It really made them coming out of the church special. I hope you enjoyed playing as much as we did listening. Thanks again for playing. Regards Catherine
Katherine
You were absolutely marvelous , thank you for playing them out of the church it made it very special for them. All the guest were surprised and delighted to see you bring Vicki and Richard up to the front door. Spectacular, I couldn't have wished for more kind regards Sue
Sue
Very many thanks for the contribution you made to last Saturdays concert. There have been lots of comments from people who were there saying how much they had enjoyed the programme, and specifically mentioning the Scottish part of the evening, and how good it had been to have featured a Piper.
Peter
Thank you for a brilliant performance as always. The feedback has been great!
Laura
I just wanted to thank you personally on behalf of my family and myself for bring a very special element to a very sad occasion. We found the music inspiring and uplifting and it was very much appreciated. Thankyou so muych
Margaret
Thank you for playing for us at Dad's funeral. He would have been very touched
Janette and Peter
Hi Ian - I just wanted to say a massive thankyou for Saturday. It was perfect!
Sarah
Thank you for yesterday. the whole family were so grateful that you could play a part in making the day so poignant. Everyone said how special you made the day. Once again Thankyou
Karen
Your services were absolutely fantastic. Sorry I haven't messaged sooner .... tired is an understatement. I would have no hesitation in using you again. Thank you Tracy
Thank you very much for Friday you were fantastic. I was so nervous before the ceremony didn't get to properly talk to you! Everyone's commented on how great you were
Kylie
Hi A week has passed since the wedding just like to thank Ian for the brilliant job he did it added an extra special touch and so many of the guest comment on how professional he was . Nothing was a bother to him he did us proud as this was booked as a surprise for my daughter by her grand parents. I would highly recommend him for any occasion. So a big thank you Ian and i will send photos as soon as we receive the official one from my daughter
knox
He is extremely professional and keeps a top quality sounding instrument, his dress and deportment is second to none. He has a very approachable manner and will only be too pleased to advise you on your requirements
Pipe Major Finlay MacGhee
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