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"Thankyou so muych for piping for our Burns Night last night. I'v had several people comment to me on what a good night it was and our Piper has been mentioned in complimentary terms by each" - Burns Night - Walesby |
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"Thank you, Ian - we enjoyed your playing as we have done for the last 11 years or so for our annual Burns Night celebrations. " - Eldis Owners Club, Burns Night |
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"With our Scottish residents as guests of honour, we had the privilege of hearing the address to the Haggis performed by the exceptionally talented Ian Ashley, followed by Haggis, Tatties, Neeps and a whiskey toast. We were then treated to beautiful Highland Music played on the Fireside Pipes." - Highfields Care Home |
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"Thank you for playing the pipes at my dad's funeral - it was wonderful. He was from Glasgow and he loved the pipes" - Funeral, Charles Neilson - Doncaster |
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"Gus, just wanted to say thanks for getting us a piper at such short notice. The piper was brilliant and a great Burns night was had by all. All the best. Eddie " McKnight - Home |
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"Iain was great, we appreciated his time and playing! Felt emotional . " Pais - Beach |
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"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." - Bircotes School |
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"Everyone has been saying how good you were, so thank you very much. We would like to book you again for next near." - Burns Night, Walesby |
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"On a very hot day he went above and beyond the call of duty he made our wedding a very special day and never complained when ask to stay out of sight has it was a surprise and even stayed longer to pipe us to the top table looked absolutely amazing and had more photos taken with him than the bride . Would highly recommend him he was faultless .
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"What can I say! he was absolutely amazing. I can't thank him enough for his professionalism and attention to detail at such a sad occasion as my Mums funeral. He looked and sounded fabulous and really set the scene for my dear Mum and our whole family. Even the funeral director said he'd never experienced anything quite like it, that he'd heard pipers before at funerals but when he played it sent shivers down his back as he followed him playing the bagpipes and leading my Mum to her final resting place alongside my dear Dad. Thank you so much.
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"A huge thank you to you for making a sad day in to a proud day, it made the funeral of my Mum easier to bare. The bagpipe music was incredible and I know my Mum and Dad would have been listening. Many compliments from others who were at the service. It’s the first time we’ve had a piper and would highly recommend him.
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"We hired this piper for my mothers funeral. When we arrived at the crematorium he was front and centre waiting for us to arrive to pipe us down, as we wanted to walk my mum down to the front doors. To see him there so professional and looking so proud in his full dress really would have made my Scottish mother beam. His playing of the pipes was simply second to none and raised the occasion to unparalleled heights. He really made the day so very special and we are so very grateful to him. Cannot recommend enough!
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"Absolutely outstanding. Hired him to surprise my Gran for her 80th outside her house (lockdown). He was wonderful and play the bagpipes beautifully, has everyone in tears including half of the street. Played all the songs we requested perfectly. Dressed amazingly. I can’t recommend him enough. If you are looking for a Bagpiper then please choose him, you won’t be disappointed.
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"I have to thank my husband for hiring you I'd never heard the bagpipes I am now a fan. When I hear the bagpipes in future I will think of you " Alaya - |
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"A big thank you from me and our Lord Mayor for your time and help today on the marking of the Commonwealth of Nations of peace flag ceremony " David - Oxford |
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"Thankyou so much for coming to (---) today to play the Bagpipes. I know how Mummy loved hearing you play on Christmas day and how she said with pride "My father was 100% Scottish." She will be sadly missed by so many; she would also approve of this wonderful send off you've made possible. " Rowie - |
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"Thank you so much for playing at my mum’s burial a couple of weeks ago in Hethe. I hadn’t considered before the service how quiet it would have been without music, and your playing supported the ceremony beautifully. Thank you for beautiful playing, and for your great sensitivity to the occasion, it was much appreciated by all the family. We are so lucky to have wonderful friends in Thomas and Kristina who thought to support us in this way. " Antonia - |
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"Thankyou so much for yesterday. You absolutely made our day so special and went above and beyond what we expected... You were so kind and thoughtful...you were so special. With much love. Maria and Benedict " - Oxford Registry Office |
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"Wowee! This is super service! Thank you so much! This piper (and band) look absolutely brilliant! Paying the deposit now." Evans - Wick Bottom Barn |
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"He played for my mums funeral both at the crematorium and Easthampstead Park hotel afterwards.
He was vey helpful and sensitive to the occasion.
His piping was excellent and being a Scottish family, all my relatives and friends who attended really appreciated his playing.
If you are looking for a piper for your occasion, I would highly recommend him for your event.
Thank you for making my mum’s funeral extra special.
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"I can’t recommend him enough, for his amazing pipe rendition of beautiful Scottish tunes. Piped into our ceremony at Broadmeadows House in Selkirk with the beautiful tune ‘Gift of a Thistle’. He entertained the family during photos and everyone had a lovely time listening. Amazing talent and you can tell he is passionate about what he does. Thank you for being a part of our special day, Diane and Harry." Diane Sterne - |
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"I just wanted to say a huge thank you to you for your amazing pipe playing on Saturday in Richmond. It was a complete surprise as I had no inkling of anything going on and since I absolutely love the bagpipes, was brilliantly special.
I will definitely recommend you to anyone as a special treat, it made my 50th memorable.
An awesome day and thank you again 😊
Kind regards
Fiona Thomas
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"Just wanted to say thank you so much for yesterday, you played beautifully.
We will definitely be in touch should any of our families require a piper.
Many thanks
Tracy" Undertaker - Police Funeral Buckley North Wales |
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"Absolutely brilliant. He was very open and reached out very early on in the process to ensure I was comfortable and that we were maximising the opportunity. He was a very fine musician and his piping for us at New Year brought a real touch of class to the evening. Thank you so much - highly recommended !!! " D Hobbs - Station Inn Ribbleheaed - New Years Eve |
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"First class! From the initial enquiry to the end of the event. Paid very close attention to every discreet detail. He played at my Fathers funeral on 26th January in Scarborough and made it an additionally moving and memorable occasion. Very impressive. Highly recommend!" Mark Pashby - Client - Scarborough Crematorium |
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"We highly recommend this piper who recently performed for us at The White House. He was excellent, very professional and gave our guests a wonderful surprise for Burns night. Would definitely book again! Thanks so much. " Restaurant Landlord - White House Roudhay |
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"I want to thank you for making Don's farewell so special. " Mrs Stewart, - 27/10/21 RAF Finningley Cemetary |
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"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 - Funeral, Barnby Moor Crematorium |
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"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 - Funeral, Mary Rose 28th December |
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"Thank you - you made the day very special" Alison Garratt - Funeral, 5th January, 2023 |
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"Thank you so much for being part of our day by playing the bagpipes and harp it was amazing and our guests loved it. I have paid you a little bit extra as a token of our gratitude" Alex and Debbie Slipaczek - |
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"We cannot thank you enough for helping to make Sophie and Kiran’s wedding a simply magical day. So many guests have complimented you, but many with Scottish heritage were simply astounded by what you played !
I only wish we’d had the chance to really thank you on the day, as you were absolutely brilliant!!
Wishing you all the best, and only too pleased to recommend you to others !!" Neil Walker - |
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"Wow, was given less than 2 days notice as my client was let down by a previous planner and she came to the rescue. I will be using her service for my future events.
I highly recommend the services she provides.
My client was blown away by the elegance of the harp she played at his proposal" Hayley Seymour - |
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"Thanks so much for making yesterday a special event, the team really enjoyed it and loved what you did, the explanation of Burns and his poetry was great. The piping was brilliant and the address to the haggis great to watch." Barry Smith - |
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"We are so grateful for creating such a wonderful atmosphere at our wedding, by playing her harp so beautifully. Leading up to our special day, we found our engagement with her to be very professional and informative, she was able to provide a choice of music and suggestions to ensure we enjoyed every moment. Our guests were really impressed as well and complimented her performance.
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"Thank you so much, you made our wedding day. All of our guests have been saying how amazing you are. Thank you for saving the day and stepping in as master of ceremonies." Michelle Woodley - |
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"I would just like to thank the Piper for piping at our wedding in July. The communication was great leading up to the big day and also on the day. Also helping during cake cutting which was great. I would definitely recommend him." Samantha - |
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"I wouldn't recommend anyone else! From the moment we booked the communication was excellent and he is such a lovely person and fun to be around he helped the day run so smoothly. Thank you so much. Highly recommended!!!" Julia - |
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"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 - Funeral, Alfreton, Derbyshire |
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"Played at our mums funeral and made the day so special and memorable, he is a very professional skilled piper. Everybody commented on how good he was, lots of people were saying when he started playing it gave them goosebumps 🥰 highly recommended for any occasion, thanks! You were amazing! 💙" Hadcroft - St Peters Church |
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"Wonderful piping. Thankyou, hope you enjoyed the evening and we would like to book you for 28th January, 2023" Heath - Burns Night, Eldis Owners Club, Marton |
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"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 - St Cuthberts Church, Pately Bridge |
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"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 " - Wedding, Litton, Derbyshire |
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"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" - Funeral, Grimsby |
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"I cannot thank you enough. You were amazing. Everyone commented on the pipes.
Thanks so much for making grandad's final journey perfect xx" - Funeral, Pateley Bridge |
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"Just a quick note to say THANK YOU SO MUCH for your contribution to the wedding a couple of weeks ago and for the card too! We had a perfect day and everyone comme..." Kirsten and Adam McIntyre - |
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"A special thanks for piping Wendy and John over the lock and into the Clubhouse at Weybridge Mariners Club, on their Wedding Day, in the pouring rain! but you performed it beaut.." Jean Francis - |
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"Just to say many thanks for making our New Year's Eve party such a success last night. You were a total hit! Happy New Year! Best wishes" Wendy - Norfolk |
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"He performed at my Father and brothers joint 70th & 40th birthday party. He was absolutely brilliant, performing some classic bagpipe sets and even performed Happy Birthday! This was a surprise for my Father who is a big bag pipe fan and he was fantastic timing his entry to ensure maximum surprise. We had about 100 guests and feedback was so positive with everyone really enjoying the performance. He was very amicable and professional to deal with and I’d highly recommend him to anyone looking for a piper for an event/celebration." Worsley - Charisworth Farm |
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"A lovely gentleman, very caring professional throughout all the funeral arrangements. He went above and beyond to make us comfortable and make the celebration of my aunts life a beautiful experience.
Thank you " Caldwell - Ancrum - leaving the family home |
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"A very talented player, he truly uplifted our special event. We enjoyed every moment and he interacts well with the audience" Private Event - |
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"Made our wedding day very special with his expert bagpiping and outfit! Will definitely recommend him thank you very much!" - Wedding |
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"Philippa and I would like to thank you very much for playing at our wedding.
The music was just what we wanted. We both found you very warm, friendly and reassuring. And you certainly looked the part. A true professional! We had the most wonderful wedding day.
Thank you again for playing a key part in making it so special.
Robin and Philippa
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"I must say it was our pleasure to have you perform at my Son's graduation. Everyone enjoyed your musicality and especially enjoyed You! You helped put the 'Scottish' into our event and make it a memorable moment that I know everyone will recall most fondly. Thank you once again. All my best wishes for you. -Donna
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"A funeral is never a pleasant experience, especially with the Covid 19 restrictions. He quite honestly made the day on what could have been a very solemn and quiet occasion. He was a true professional always in the right place at the right time. Thank you." Thorne - Weymouth Cemetary |
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"I just wanted to make contact to say how fabulous the piper was when he came to play for my dad's 9oth birthday.
He was so very helpful and professional, it was a joy. I would highly recommend him.
A big thank you from me and my family" Fox - Home |
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"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 - Rose Hill Cemetary, Doncaster |
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"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 - Askern Football Club |
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""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."
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"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 - Senior Police Officers Ball, Cutlers Hall, Sheffie |
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"Thanks for today. Everyone raved about you and your music." Lez - Bawtry Hall, Wedding |
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"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) - Birch Crematorium |
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"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 - Wedding, Selby Abbey |
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"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 - Wedding - Swillington |
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"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
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"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 - Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury |
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"Thank you for a brilliant performance as always. The feedback has been great!
" Laura - Charnwood Hotel, Blyth |
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"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 - Lincoln |
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"Thank you for playing for us at Dad's funeral. He would have been very touched" Janette and Peter - Funeral, Mansfield Crematorium |
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"Hi Ian - I just wanted to say a massive thankyou for Saturday. It was perfect!" Sarah - Wedding, York Racecourse. |
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"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 - Fathers Funeral Lincoln |
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"We used this bagpiper for our Mum’s funeral. He was professional and approachable from the first communication. Exactly what we wanted and gave a fitting tribute to our mum. Superb service. Thank you." John B - Lancaster, Lancashire |
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"Great bagpiper, hired him for my cousin's wedding, absolutely outstanding performance and has high standard professional manner. Strongly recommended!
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"Where do I start? He played at our wedding this week and wow did he make it special. He worked closely with our pianist as I wanted some very specific entrance music and they both pulled it off beautifully. They had everyone in tears (including the registrars and groom) and it quite honestly was perfect. I can’t thank him enough for all he did for us. He made our special day that little bit more magical." Katie A - Tarporley, Cheshire |
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"This bagpiper played in my work and was so good that we booked him for our wedding to play my husband the guests and myself in to the church and he was absolutely brilliant and a great way to honour our Scottish heritage couldn't of asked for better would definitely recommend him. " Brittanie S - Skelmersdale, Merseyside |
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"Outstanding performance suited with charm humour and acknowledgement about the history and making of the bagpipe. Very friendly. Nothing bad to say! Thanks again " Nicolas A - Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria |
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"This piper was fab, turned up on time and everyone was really pleased with his playing, he really helped contribute to a wonderful event. Can’t recommend him highly enough, and thank you for the smooth booking process etc.
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"Absolutely fantastic we hired for our little girls funeral our guests reported that rich gave such a presence with his playing before we arrived. we had great communication ,timings on day was perfect meeting us at gates to walk us down, we had a discussion via phone and txts about what we would like but he even knew to the where to stand at the funeral playing at a distance when we arrived outside church which we hadn't thought of. Throughly recommend him." Rosier - Hollybrook cremteruim |
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"We have just arrived back from our honeymoon. Just wanted to drop you a short note to say thank you again for piping at our wedding. It was very kind of you to make the effort to travel at such short notice and you helped make the atmosphere special for us all. All best wishes, Charles & Katie" - |
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"Trust this e-mail finds you well. Just wanted to thank you again for your piping at Durn House. You were absolutely brilliant and we really appreciated you playing a part in our ceremony. John & Joanne " - |
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"He was wonderful entertainment for our small festive dinner. He was available on short notice thankfully and very well priced. " Michelline - |
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"We are so grateful for the extra efforts you put in learning the Norwegian wedding march. Our family and friends still talk about it! We couldn't have asked for a better piper for our wedding. It was absolutely perfect! Thank you for providing excellent service and going the extra mile to make our wedding special! All the best wishes. From Robin and Eline" - |
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"He was absolutely incredible !!! He was kind, punctual, and extremely talented! We had to ask him to be a witness for our wedding and he kindly obliged. We appreciated his fantastic attitude, helpfulness, and flexibility on our big day. We also appreciated his time and immense talent. Everyone should hire him if they want a talented, dependable, kind, and generous piper. Thank you!! " Brandt Sterling - |
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" We were undecided on the day of the exact timings and order of the piping but he took it in his stride and got us well organised. The quality of the pipes was fantastic and we really appreciated the extra tunes he played after the ceremony. He is a really nice guy and a top piper. We would highly recommend his services! " Ben & Lucy - |
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"He was brilliant and an excellent sport through a rather strange set of circumstances." Peter Richardson, Producer-The Grand Tour - The Grand Tour, Clarkson Hammond and May |
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"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" - |
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"Was a fantastic addition to the inaugural Roedean School Burns night. She was incredibly friendly and professional at all times, and helped us out with some of the protocol for the night as well! Her playing was fantastic and really added to the atmosphere of the evening, we would definitely recommend her to others" Grace Cather - Roedean School |
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"Your performance for our Remembrance Parade we found outstanding and made the occasion even more poignant with the sound of the pipes. Thanks you ever so much." - Knutsford town Council |
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"Thank you for your attendance and playing for the Burns Night, you were dressed immaculately and playing was just perfect. Thank you again and see you next year." - The Birmingham Whisky Club |
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"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 - |
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"thank you for playing at my grandad's funeral. You sounded amazing and it added that personal touch. everyone commented on how professional you were, looked fantastic in your dress uniform and mostly how great it sounded. Thanks again!" Amy - Funeral |
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"Thank you very much, your playing was very moving, and I know that is exactly what my brother wanted at his funeral. Cathy " - |
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"He was amazing. We had guests who came from England and Canada and they loved hearing him play the pipes. I would highly " - |
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"He even piped on the bus home from the venue late at night, the guests loved every minute." - |
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"very welcoming and friendly. very professional all my guests loved him a truly amazing piper and man would defiantly recommend him for any event" - |
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"Great job Tommy at the Melvin wedding, very professional!!" Peter McDowall - Hallmark Hotel, Irvine |
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" I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a professional bagpiper in Aberdeen" - |
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"provided a really superb service for our wedding day in Aberdeen. His piping skills were magnificent and thoroughly enjoyable." - |
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"Fantastic piper nothing was a problem, he even helped out by making sure that the bridal party were properly dressed in there kilts. His playing was very clear and moving. Excellent choice for our wedding, cannot speak highly enough." Tom - Wedding |
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"You were tremendous and I have received so many compliments about you – you were a delight to work with – thank you." - |
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"Our Piper was great! he arrived on time and played exactly what we wanted him to play including a rousing rendition of Flower of Scotland!!!!i would definately book him again." - |
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"We hired Mike for our son and daughter in laws wedding celebration on New Year's Eve. From the initial contact to the night of the event, Mike was always easy to contact which meant the evening was really easy to organise. Mike was immaculately turned out and his pipe playing first class. He played a large selection of tunes and to top it all he piped the bride and groom into the main hall which was truly fantastic. Mike stayed on to have photo after photo taken with all the guests. A real gentleman. I would highly recommend Mike to play at any given function. Thanks for making a great night even more special." - |
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"He made our day, and everyone commented on what a lovely touch it was. He looked resplendent in his outfit and really helped the day be everything we had hoped for. His piping was that extra touch that really made the day special for us both " Helen - |
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"Thanks you for arranging the bagpipe player for our friends funeral Friday the 29th July in Cirencester.
What a lovely chap he is from the beginning of him contacting us to the end.
Helped us decide what we would like playing.
Very friendly and professional, showing respect all the way through and dealing with other last minute changes on the day.
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"Just wanted to send a big Thank You for your piper, He was brilliant. All our Scottish guests were amazed as this was a surprise for them all! It really ‘made’ the day!
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"We would just like to say a massive thank you for piping at our wedding on Saturday, it finished our day off perfectly. Our day was amazing and everything we could have wished for. We will be forever grateful to everyone that contributed to make it so memorable. Would highly recommend you to all other brides to be. Thanks x" Mr and Mrs Smith - Mansfield Hotel, Elgin |
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"Thank you very much for all you did yesterday to make my dad's funeral such a memorable occasion. Your wonderful playing of two beautiful tunes, your very smart and impressive appearance and your dignity all helped us to give Dad the funeral he both wanted and deserved. We particularly appreciated your professionalism and calm and quiet manner, getting on with the task without fuss. As my nephews said: You nailed it! Your salute at the end did not go unnoticed and as a former soldier, Dad would have loved that. I know that this came at the end of a difficult week for you and hope that, like us, you are now having a rest!" - |
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"Thank you for recommending and supplying this Piper who played at our fathers funeral on Friday Everyone commented on how well he presented himself in full Ceremonial Dress and how absolutely wonderful he made it with his choice of tunes and playing, it was truly appreciated by all
With love Fiona and Catherine " Fiona Rankin - Chichester Cathedral |
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"absolutely superb! Not only did he look the part, his piping was incredible and he was such a nice chap.
I would not hesitate to book him again.
Thanks so much!" Summersgill - Manchester One (city centre) |
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"So sorry i never got to speak to you on Thursday, to thank you properly for the lovely memories you gave us, of starting my mums final journey to standing on the hill above the sea of heads, it’s something we will never forget,
i know she would have loved to have seen and hear you play for her, (she also would have saucy about your kilt lol) so,
from the bottom of my heart THANK YOU for making the day a truly special one, i can’t say it enough thank you!" Mandy and family - |
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"I had the pleasure of booking this piper for my Grandmother's 90th Birthday party. From the moment of booking he was really responsive and proactive. He knew the venue and had ideas about how to ensure the element of surprise and regarding the music for the event.
On the night he arrived early, looked superb and played a great selection of tunes. He was also very flexible and happy to pose for photos with the family and paid special attention to the guest of honour. His performance made the evening and my Grandmother could not have been happier. I would not hesitate to recommend him for any event." Paul Flavin (United States of America) - Aviator Hotel Farnborough |
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"He played brilliantly and gave our Dad the proper Scottish send off he deserved. Several people said the piper made the whole service. It was certainly the most emotional part for the family. We feel such admiration for the professionalism, he continued to pipe all the way to the graveside despite the heavens opening. We would certainly recommend him" Bale - Canford Burial Chapel |
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"Done us proud his attitude and gift with the pipes ,excellent
He gave Gus what he would have wanted" Rousell - Moresby Church |
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"just a short note to let you know that the Piper that was booked for my husband's funeral on the
8th October 2015 did a fantastic job and was a great credit. I was so pleased as were those who attended, with the outcome of the day, and I would have no problem recommending your company or this particular Piper. Please pass on my thanks.
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"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 - Crown Hotel |
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"Fantastic experience. excellent communication. very punctual. and help was at hand with choice of songs .the piper made an ambiance when he played. was a very special touch to my brothers wedding .lovely surprise for the bride keep up the good work.highly recommend leanne hill x" hill - Edinburgh register |
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"I would like to thank you on behalf of Wholefoods Market Cheltenham for your outstanding playing at our Highland Fling Event. Your talent is incredible and truly a cut above the rest. All our customers thoroughly enjoyed your playing. We thank you for sharing your time and talent with us and we look forward to you joining us again for our Highland fling - Burn Night 2016
" Makeda Bernard-Store Events & Marketing Specialist - Wholefoods Market Cheltenham |
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"It was really good to meet you and your contribution was a real treat!
Such a professional!
We must do this again soon. " Alexandra Sard MBE - SEAFARERS UK-QUEENS THEATRE BARNSTAPLE |
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"I just want to say a big thank you for today. My dad and I were blown away by your performance it was brilliant. I will definately use you again and recommend you to everyone. You have given my dad and myself some amazing memories that will stay with us forever. Once again thank you so much you are a starx Sharon Wells" Wells - 10 Hay Lane South |
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"Wow!!! So very very happy with our piper !!! He kept in touch and answered all my questions, then turned up on time fully ready to go!! My mother in law is still in total shock!! played happy birthday at the front door and blew us all away followed by lots of tunes, he was so lovely and we honestly could of kept him there all day!! I would totally recommend and the cost I thought was very reasonable! So pleased I found boogieland entertainment!! " Foulkes - House |
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"Punctual, looked the part and played brilliantly! Not only talented but lovely and humorous as well! Couldn't have asked for a better Piper! Thank you so much for making my Mum's year!!!! " caruana - |
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"I booked this piper to play the bagpipes at my wife's 65th birthday party and found him to be absolutely excellent. Prior to the event he contacted me to discuss the content of his performance and arrangements for the evening. On the day his playing was beautiful, including superb renditions of Flower of Scotland, Scotland the Brave and Happy Birthday to You! He was immaculately presented in full Scottish attire, kilt, tartan, sporran etc. He has a warm and charming personality and engaged in conversation with the guests, posing for photos etc. All in all his presence and performance took a small birthday party to another level and ensured that the "Birthday Girl" and all her guests enjoyed one of those rare moments in time; an unforgettable evening that will be cherished, treasured and re" Chris Lonnon - Wokingham |
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""Many Thanks to this Piper, he was fantastic, Could never of wished for a better Piper to share my daughters day I highly recommend him and. thank you so much"" Caz.McKeirnan - Daughters Wedding |
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"Just a quick note to let you know the event of my Mother's 100th Birthday was fabulous. The icing on the cake was the Piper. My mother's eyes were like saucers when she saw him and hear the pipes being played. " Isabel Dennis - |
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"This Piper was a God-send. He became involved in the Commemoration of Outbreak of War service at the last minute, stepping up to help in an emergency, and was a real asset to the Church.
His playing is exemplary- and the moving, haunting sound enabled everyone to connect deeply with the poems and readings, the honouring and remembering, and the moving of all of us on to commit ourselves to peace. I have no hesitation in recommending him for church services and hope to see him at weddings in the Upper Kennett Benefice.
Rev Maria Shepherdson, Rector " Reverend Maria Shepherdson - Avesbury |
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"Hi, the piper did brilliant.please pass on my thanks" Danny - |
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"There are not many people here today, but we wanted to send him off in style and the skirl of the pipes certainly did that !"" - Funeral |
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"It couldn't have been 10mins after you finished playing when they rung with tears of laughter, to thank us for sending a Bagpipe-agram, as we couldn't get to the party" Birthday Party - |
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"Everyone was completely surprised by your arrival, especially my Husband, which was the desired effect I was hoping for! It was such a moving moment as you emerged from around the corner, and I know there were a few tears shed. He was completely blown away that I had arranged that for a surprise, and so I thank you for making it possible!" Wedding - |
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"On the 3rd of May we had him play at our wedding as a surprise for my wife as her family are Scottish. I can honestly say he made everyone's night. Everyone after was, and still is raving about how good he was. Everyone was up dancing ! We wished we'd had him the whole night. Fantastic price. Lovely bloke. Couldn't recommend him enough. If you want a piper, choose him he's amazing you wont be sorry." clive groves - Private wedding |
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"Many many thanks again for last night. It was fabulous everybody
loved it." Andrew Stoneley - 13 Air Assault Reg WO's and Sergeants mess Mervill |
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"I would also like to take the opportunity to thank you again for the beautiful pipe music that you had played at my fathers funeral. Your suggestions were perfect and very fitting as all my family commented on your musical abilities. I'm sure ,if my father was here and herd you play he to would be very proud. Maybe next time when I need a piper it could be for something happy like my partners and I's wedding. Thank you again. I also understand the the funeral director is also a piper and plays in your group, I would be very grateful if you could thank him also for the respect and decency he had shown not only to my late father but also my family. In today's world, I found it very refreshing to have meet two nice people that I feel went above and beyond their duties, there was definitely " Michelle Sutherland - Funeral Colchester |
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"This Piper has performed at our Annual Burns Supper for three consecutive years. His professionalism appearance and standard and Piping are excellent and we will always be rebooking his service " Tom Wilkieson - Burns Supper - Highland Dance Group |
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"Thank you so much for making our wedding so perfect! It truly was an amazing day and we are so glad we booked you as you were incredible, wedding guests and family are still talking about it! Once again huge thanks you made a perfect day even more perfect." Tracy & Trevor Laird - Our Wedding |
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"This Piper recently was our chosen Piper for our Wedding in Wroclaw, Poland. His professionalism over our two day traditional Polish wedding was second to none. We had 100 guests 70 Poles and 30 Brits and throughout both days he was there and interacted with all our guest and have to say he was the star of our wedding. Thank you very much for making our wedding so special we will be booking him for our first anniversary here in the UK”
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"Originally we booked one piper for our wedding, we then realised a drummer was essential to complete our day. We feel that having a mini band as suggested t really made our day special. The pipers and drummer were fantastic and added a really unique touch from helping us choose the music through to educating us on the traditions of having pipes. Thank you and your team you made our day even more fabulous and something we and our guests will remember for a long time to come.
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"It was a wonderful day from start to finish and we so appreciated the bagpipes and your music - you were so accommodating from start to finish and nothing was too much trouble" Seamill Hydro, Seamill. - |
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"Just wanted to say thank you for all your efforts and hard work which definitely paid off! The wedding was enjoyed by all amd will be remembered fondly too. Thank you for helping to make that possible for us" Fenwick Hotel, Kilmarnock - |
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"Everyone commented on what a powerful piper you are. Highland Cathedral was fantastic! And the Italians all want to learn to play the bagpipes!" Brig O Doon House Hotel - |
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"You really added a proper touch of Scotland to our wedding. Most of our guests were from south of the border and they loved you.
We also wanted to thank you for doing Address to the Haggis” which was one of the best I’ve seen – again the tourists loved it" Nikki and Richard R Edinburgh - |
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"Thank you for all of your hard work at the wedding.
Loads of people have said that they enjoyed the tunes that you played
and the fact that you played her down the aisle was fantastic" Gordon S, Glasgow - |
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"I just wanted to write and tell you how much we enjoyed having you play at our wedding. You were absolutely fantastic. People were saying that it was as if you had practiced with us the day before- the way you just appeared out of nowhere at the exact moment needed to lead us out. It was actually pretty magical. You play beautifully and it was a real highlight of the day for us" Norah and Niall, New Zealand - |
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"Your excellent playing was very much appreciated by everyone, especially the family. We will most certainly request your services again" Thomas Brown and Sons, Funeral Directors - |
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"The songs we chose were two of Dad's favourites and the playing of them was just right and exactly what he would have wanted." Helen, Evelyn and Aileen , Edinburgh - |
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"My son and I would like to express our thanks to you for your wonderful playing at my late husband's funeral. He was a piper himself and I know he would have appreciated the lovely music you performed." Marie and Glenn D. Edinburgh - |
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"I've just spoken with the Wedding Planner and he gave you an absolutely glowing review, thank you so much. He said you went above and beyond his expectations and the guests loved you! Can't wait to book you again" - |
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"He went out of his way to meet us initially to discuss our choice of music and offered some really great advice in respect of some of our song choices. On the day he arrived nice and early!! The guests absolutely loved him as did we, when we look back at our photographs of the day we definitely know that the day would not have been the same without him there. He brought that traditional piper feel that makes a wedding a good wedding! He played a wonderful mix of old and new Irish and Scottish tunes for us and sounded magical and haunting as well as uplifting and rousing and really added to everyone’s enjoyment of the day" Paul and Abigail McNab - |
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"This piper recently provided the service of being piper at my father's funeral. At my family's request he wore the kilt and full highland piping regalia, his appearance and performance was stunningly beautiful. He phoned me as soon as I booked him, to find out how the service would run, and advising us on the music, the traditions, and service he could provide. He was supportive, and professional, and his skill with the bagpipes was hauntingly beautiful. I will be hiring him again! " Jane Baghori - |
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"Thank you so much for all your time and energy towards our Street Party. We really appreciated you coming along and giving your time, you helped it to be a fantastic day" Katie Jennings - The Hive Shrewsbury |
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"Thank you so much for playing at our wedding , the sound and the atmosphere created by the bagpipes was truly fantastic. Having a piper at our special day really added that something a little bit special to the occasion. A great performance" Craig and Siobhan Bell - Brighton |
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"thanks so much for giving our wedding day something extra-special. Kate and I were thrilled to walk down the aisle to your playing and everyone commented on the magical, spine-tingling sound of the bagpipes in full flow. Brilliant work. Look forward to booking you again for future events" Nolan and Kate - Brecon |
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"Thank you so much for playing your bagpipes at my wedding. Firstly leading the groom's party onto the village green in front of the pub where all the guests were was brilliant. So many people commented on what a great atmosphere you created and particulary how strikingly unsual your blue tweed coat and tartan was. Secondly leading us into dinner as a married couple was wonderful. You were a very colourful addition to a lovely day" Mr and Mrs Ross - Surrey |
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"i would just like to say how amazed we were of the performances you gave at our wedding and everyone was very impressed by it and thought it was a lovely touch. the feeling it gave inside the church was just so powerful and we would have loved to of had you playing for the remainder of the day!!
thank-you again, it was a great experience and we are honoured that you played at our wedding.
If we ever have another get together of the Scottish family again for a party, we would love for you to okay again" Becky & Archie Wylie - |
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"I just wanted to send a very quick e mail to "Thank you" again for attending The Chestnuts on mum's 90th birthday and piping for us all.
as you know , mum was really touched by both your playing and your kind and friendly personality.
Everyone commented on how much they had enjoyed themselves and the superb atmosphere that you created" Alastair - |
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"Ian and I both wanted to say thank you so very much for playing for us at our Service and at Home it was great and we have had many many complimentary comments.
Anyway thank you once again for a lovely day and when we need a piper again - as I am sure we will sometime - I will be in touch
Very best wishes" Margaret - |
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"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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"A particular thank you for the Gay Gordons, everyone loved it. I never thought I’d get the chance to dance it again but your wonderful playing both encouraged and inspired me to go for it and I did it. Thank you" Ada and Ted Peake - |
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"Your performance will remain the talking point for our Breton guests for a very long time. It was the high point of an excellent evening...absolutely perfect for the occasion" Bembridge Twinning Association - |
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"Splendid, a truly talented musician" Christine Watkins - |
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"a truly memorable ocassion and one we and our guests will never forget. It made us feel very special" Josie and Billy Sampson - |
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"Ian and I wanted to thank you for completing our day.
It was an amazing surprise for him.
It reminded him of his dad who, unfortunately, is no longer with us.
He was so happy with it.
Mr and Mrs Ian Duncan " Francessca - wedding |
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"A really big thank you to you for entertaining us at our Gala Dinner. Your attendance made the perfect evening and your attendance was very much appreciated particularly given the extreme weather.
Please find attached a note from our Site Director, Mark Williams.
I look forward to meeting you again in the future.
Kind Regards
Claire Watson " Sabic Uk - Sabic UK |
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"Thank you so much for making our Burns Night so successful. Not only did you help us to plan a traditional night and take in to account every detail, you arrived early to help us make sure everything was right and how it should be. You were fantastic with the students, taking your time to speak to each one and allow them to have photos taken. You piping made it a truly unforgettable event, we can’t thank you enough. We’re looking forward to next year!
Best wishes
Jane
Durham University" Jane - Durham University |
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"Our wedding at Gretna Green was made all the more special with you as our piper. Fantastic job, thank you so much! We have wonderful memories of our wedding day...it just wouldn't have been the same without you as the piper. We have seen you with your pipe band many times and you are always brilliant there too." Mr & Mrs Hodkinson - Wedding, Gretna Green |
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"Thanks for letting us know about the photos, they are good. We have some magnificent photos of you which I will forward the link to you when I get back home later this week.
We had a lovely honeymoon and are looking forward to getting back to normality now!
You , as I said at the airport, exceeded our expectations and really made our special day even more magnificent.
Be in touch soon,
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" Thanks for your e-mail; your pictures are really good! We would both like to thank you for everything on Saturday you were fantastic. Not only are you a great piper but you have the look and also a great personality to match. As a big Scotland fan it was great to hear so many of the classics and walking in to the top table to Scotland the Brave was one of the highlights of the day for me.
There were several couples at the wedding who are engaged and they have enquired about your details which we will obviously pass on.
We both thoroughly enjoyed our day and night, everything went exactly to plan and we are really happy." Barry & Jennifer - |
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"Just returned home from our "honeymoon" we must thank you for the delight you brought us at our wedding.
Without you the wedding would not be complete !
All of us ( the four of us ) think back with fond memories of you, your delightful piping and the tremendous humour you expressed.
Several times Erica and Irma ( and me, but afraid to tell you as men normally don't express their feelings) had tears in their eyes thinking back of you on our wonderfull wedding day we had in which you played a major part.
A Big complement of all of us for you is well deserved !!!!
Whenever you are around in Holland please come by, our home is open to you for a stay.
The bottle of Laphroaig is always on hand for a wee dramm ... Again lots of complements and respect from all of us
Jaap en Erica Wessel" Jaap en Erica Wessels 10 Aug 2010 - |
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"so many people commented as to how his music had contributed in terms of atmosphere and a sense of ceremony" Richard - Darley Dale |
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"The playing at the church and at the reception was exceptional but the 'piping in' as they came into the wedding breakfast was amazing!... thank you again for taking a late booking and for giving such great service, if anyone is looking for a 'piper' when they book a wedding with me I would be very happy to recommend you!" Sue (Reverend) - |
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"Just to say thank-you so much for helping to make our day trully wonderfull. Your careful planning made the surprise for my husband completely unexpected and the impact was overwhelming. We are still receiving comments about you from wedding guests three weeks after the event (all good I hasten to add). The music was beautiful and you looked spectacular. Thank-you so much again, we feel honoured to have had you as part of our special day" Maxin and Mark - |
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"We would just like to say 'Thank you so much' for making our wedding day so special! Everyone was really surprised that you were there to play us out of church and your bagpipe music was beautiful and so fitting to our special day. It was definitely one of the highlights to our day as it gave me goose bumps when I turned around and saw you standing in front of us. Everyone thought you were great! If we ever have another family celebration we will not hesitate to contact you to play for us, and that includes recommending your services to others!" Mr and Mrs G, Swallowfield - |
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"Thank you very much for your wonderful contribution to the ashes committal service at the Cemetery for my father, Major AJP.
Many of the members of the family and friends were very complimentary about the music.
For me your playing was very fine and evocative and at just the correct mood. I thought the processions worked well also, and gave great dignity to the occasion.Thank you too for altering the order of service at the last minute and letting us sing two verses of Amazing Grace. My sister was very insistent and your flexibility let all go smoothly.
I do hope I have the chance of hearing you play again and you certainly can be sure that I shall pass on my recommendation when I have the opportunity" Angus.P - |
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"You were absolutely wonderful, Thank You so much, my family loved it and im sure my Grandad did too.
I will be recommending you always.
Thank You again and all the best to you for 2010" Tammy - Funeral |
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"Thanks for braving the snowy weather and playing so outstandingly at our charity night for the TLC Appeal. In fact you single-handedly revised many of the (English) guests’ opinions on bagpipe music!
You’re definitely booked for next year." Alasdair MacLeod - Burns Night |
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"Hiring him to pipe for us at our recent wedding was an excellent decision and we'll never forget the pleasure it gave us all. He played tunes chosen from his wide repertoire, plus a new one that we requested (I am sailing) and which he learned and played perfectly. Our guests all expressed their delight at hearing his pipes playing the Wedding March as I walked in, and other tunes after the wedding. It made the Register Office atmosphere a lot less formal. He was reliable and punctual and we would not hesitate to recommend him." Vivien Spedding - Wedding |
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"Thank you for your wonderful music, in making the wedding very special indeed" Aileen and John Vincent - Prestwick - |
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"We are so grateful for how nice you were and how amenable you were to whatever was asked. When you started to play Highland Cathedral it sent chills down our spines" Mary & John Naismith - Smyrna USA - |
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"Having you there added an extra special dimension to the entire day, we are grateful for what you did on the day" Brian & Kathleen Milligan - Ayr - |
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"We were so impressed with the bagpipes and your playing and for making our French visitors so welcome, your kindness was appreciated" Jean Turner - Skelmorlie - |
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"For the wonderful piping music, it was perfect, exactly what we wanted, you looked fabulous and were a joy to have with us on our day" Marie-Claire & Edward - |
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"I just want to thank you for doing such a wonderful job for us on our wedding at Hengrave. You truly captured the feelings of the day and I loved the choice of music we settled on. You also made our dual ceremony and the waiting outside for everyone more resonant and purposeful somehow, if that makes any sense.
We both felt so happy that day and you are forever a part of that. Thankyou. i will be happy to send you some proper pictures from the big day eventually - hoping to get them sorted in the next couple of weeks- but since ive been back here in jakarta ten days now I didn't want to go another day without saying thank you to you" Shireen - |
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"Thank you so much for your fabulous piping on our special day. It certainly got lots of welcome attention and people were talking fondly about it all evening" David and Jen Turner - |
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"What can I say. You were fantastic. Absolutely made Chelsea's day, and everyones. The vicar also said it was the best wedding she had done at the church. Also the hotel said it was the best they had experienced. Will always remember you and tell the world of you" Steve and Chelsea - |
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"We just wanted to thank you so much for playing at the church on our wedding day. You created a beautiful, Scottish atmosphere which the guests throughly enjoyed. My elderly grandfather who could only attend the church service said that the piper music was his favourite part of the service" Fiona - |
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Thanks for making Peter and Laura`s day so special it really made their day " - Wedding |
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"Dear Peter
I am the niece of Pte Thomas Rooney recently honoured at the ceremony at Fort Pitt Military Cemetery
Chris Barker sent me the video of the ceremony and I would like to thank you for playing.
It is wonderful to see my uncle honoured nearly 100 years after his death.
My only regret is that his parents and siblings aren't alive to see it.
I grew up with stories from my Aunts (my father was only four when he went to war so had limited memories) about their elder brother Tom and how wonderful he was.
One of my Aunts had kept all the memorial cards and letters concerning Tom. I think it was a great wrench in their lives when he died.
I have been to Fromelles where he was injured and to Fort Pitt School (the hospital he was in) and Fort Pitt Cemetery, so the ceremony was somethi" - piping for the veterans of WW1 |
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" Thank you.
You made our evening so special. Look forward to seeing you next year. Kind regards" - Burns Night |
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"Wedding/ NYE 2011 Horsted Place East Sussex.
"We hired this piper as a surprise for our sons Wedding. Despite being New Years Eve, he was available and we thought very reasonably priced. EVERYONE commented on the "Piper", his uniform, his friendly approach and his professionalism. Absolutely 100% recommended"
Re Wedding/ NYE 2011 Horsted Place East Sussex. Hi . On a personal note, thanks for making the evening so special. EVERYONE I spoke to commented on you and how it finished the day perfectly." - Private Wedding |
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"Just to thank you for a brilliant Burns Night on Friday , you absolutely made the evening, everybody enjoyed it so much. I hope you will be able to come again to Medway Yacht club.
Thank you so much for being there today and I like to think that everyone felt the same way. It went better than I expected. Without a doubt you made a difference and the people I spoke to also said the same. c" Liz Huff - Medway Yacth Club |
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"The wedding music was perfect, couldn't have asked for a better piper. It set the mood of the wedding" Melissa & Graham Cairney - |
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"The Piper was excellent and lived up to all my expectations. I would definitely recommend the piper to others" Angela & Chris Payne - |
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"Walking into our Wedding Breakfast being played in by the piper was an indescribable feeling. It was a mixture of pride and excitement and awe and it absolutely made our day complete. I was against a piper at first, I thought it would be too loud, but I was 100% wrong. Thank you so much for helping make our special day perfect" Samantha & Greg Dolan - |
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"‘We cannot thank you enough for the wonderful atmosphere that you created at our son’s wedding at Ripley Castle on Saturday. Everyone that I have spoken to since the big day has made mention of your playing. A fantastic job, very much appreciated. You have helped to make this one of the most memorable days of our lives. Thank you again. - ‘Bill and Bridie Snelling
‘Well that’s it all over and we are all just coming down to earth. Yvonne and Tom set off on honeymoon last night, African safari then a beach holiday, so they will be able to relax soon. We are so grateful for your time, effort and professionalism on the day. You made the occasion so special for us and our guests, some of whom travelled from Australia, America, Canada and Spain. - Ron.
‘Thank you very much for last night " Lord and Lady Mayor of Bradford - Bingley, West Yorkshire |
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"Hannah & Stuart Coleman – Boturich Castle – 28th May 2015
Thank you so much, myself & Stuart have been singing your praises since returning back to Kent. You was brilliant & the guests loved you! Thanks again x
Lindsay & Jasper Mathews – Luss Church & The Cruin – 27th May 2015
You were Amazing! Thank you so much for everything you did for us yesterday. You played a major part in the day and everyone was commenting on how professional you were! Piping me in front of the car to the church in the pouring rain was definitely going the extra mile which I wasn't expecting! Your right about Jenson, however you gained a fan with Josh who couldn't stop telling me about the piper and playing the pipes! Again going the extra mile! We would highly recommended you to everyone! Thank you agai" Various Customers - Various Locations |
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"Thank you once again for doing such a wonderful job with your piping at the Burns night on the Isle this year.
Everyone had a super time and your presence added such a key element to the authenticity and fun of the evening" Lucy Shortt - Pink Elephant |
