Andrew Brian Highland Bagpiper

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Andrew was everything we could have ever hoped for in a piper. Flexible and helpful and a brilliant addition to our day. He looked fantastic and the sound of the pipes added a real sense of occasion.
I have over 30 years piping experience. I have played the pipes all over the world and taken part in many high profile events such as the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo and the hand over of Hong Kong. I currently perform at over 50 weddings a year and over 250 events annually. I have extensive experience in delivering a no nonsense service tailored to your desires. I have a choice of uniform styles in over 10 different tartans.
Andrew Brian Highland Bagpiper Pricing & Costs
From £280
I don't offer packages or restrictive time slots, instead, my pricing allows for a degree of flexibility, allowing the couples to choose a performance to suit them rather than their budget. I will not book multiple wedding jobs in a day, so all of my couples are able to relax knowing that, if required they have my services from their guest arrival through to the wedding breakfast if desired. Each wedding performance includes me wearing full dress as standard, so again, there is no compromise on which uniform is worn due to budget constraints. I am happy to liaise with wedding venues and co-ordinators to smooth out any potential hiccups before the big day and to advise and format an ideal performance to compliment your plans for the day.
Typical set
From
£300
A typical set would include the following- Welcome the guests - 1hr prior to the service Ceremony music - Music into and out of the ceremony room if required Drinks reception Wedding breakfast
What's included
up to 4hrs including set up
Andrew Brian Highland Bagpiper Details

Learn New Songs
Take Requests

Type of Performer(s) or Business

Solo Musician

Primary Instrument(s)

Bagpipes

Style of Music

Drinks / Cocktails Music
Reception Music
Ceremony Music
Ceilidh Irish / Traditional
Andrew Brian Highland Bagpiper Full Description
I began playing the pipes at 9 years old, I then joined the Army when I left school and joined the Black Watch and served in the pipes and drums. With the Black Watch, I was privileged to take part in many high profile events such as the Royal Edinburgh Tattoo (3 times) the hand over of Hong Kong and 2 musical tours of North America, in addition to this we also played for most members of the Royal Family and visited numerous countries such as New Zealand, Ireland, Kenya and Crete. Since leaving the army I have been lucky to take part in other prestigious events such as the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo in 2014, the Basel Tattoo in 2015 and the Berlin Tattoo in 2016. My experience at these events carries through to the services I can offer for your special day. I have a range of different tartans and uniform styles to choose from. I am also able to offer a bagpipe composition to be played and a framed copy of the score to commemorate your special day.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Andy
Hi, I would be honoured to contribute to your special day, please do not hesitate to ask any questions and I will be only too happy to assist.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
1998
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
1
Reviews
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Andrew
Wedding: May
January 2024
Andrew was the perfect accompaniment
Andrew was the perfect accompaniment to my niece's wedding, welcoming guests upon arrival and playing throughout the morning. Very accommodating and he looks as magnificent as his playing. Thank you so much.
Mark and Kirstine
Happy couple married in May
January 2024
fabulous from start to finish
We just wanted to thank you so much for playing at our wedding recently. As my family are Scottish a piper was always something I wanted and when we came across your site my dad thought you were brilliant. Having then lost my dad only very recently having you there was all the more poignant. The moment I heard you play when I was in the bridal suite brought me to tears. It was so very special. You are a complete professional and communication was fabulous from start to finish.
Carly
Happy couple married in June
January 2024
It brought a taste of Scotland to Liverpool
Andrew gave a wonderful performance for us at our wedding. The weather wasn't fantastic during the afternoon, but Andrew kept all of our guests entertained, played us into dinner too. It brought a taste of Scotland to Liverpool.
Anna
Happy couple married in July
January 2024
We would recommend without reservation
Words cannot describe how delighted my husband and I were to have Andy play such an important role in our wedding day. I had organized to have Andy play as a surprise for my husband, and not only did Andy execute flawlessly, he actually even worked with me to think of important details in planning the surprise! All of our guests were deeply moved by Andy's piping. We are so grateful Andy played such an important role in our wedding day! We would recommend without reservation.
Rebecca
Happy couple married in August
January 2024
A huge thank you from us both
A huge thank you from us both for your fantastic performances at our wedding at Combermere Abbey on 21.08.2023, we absolutely loved your music and our guests have all been complimenting us on how brilliant you were. It made our day extra magical! An extra big thank you for stepping in at the last minute during the signing of the register when our playlist wasn't working, we both really appreciate it. Thank you, The new Mr and Mrs MacRitchie 😊
Oriana
Happy couple married in April
January 2024
everything we could have ever hoped for in a piper
Andrew was everything we could have ever hoped for in a piper. Flexible and helpful and a brilliant addition to our day. He looked fantastic and the sound of the pipes added a real sense of occasion, befitting of our venue. We would recommend him to anyone! Thank you Andy!
Gav and Emma
Happy couple married in May
January 2024
couldn’t be happier
We booked Andy for our wedding and couldn’t be happier. He was there really early and played on throughout our reception even though that took a while! He listened to our requests and really helped to make our day extra special. Couldn’t recommend him any more. Gav and Emma
Kiera Smith
Wedding: August
August 2017
Thank you so much
Thank you so much for attending mum's wedding yesterday. You were amazing and made the day so special in many ways.
Brian Haynes
Wedding: July
July 2017
Above and beyond
On a very hot day Andrew 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 suprise 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 Andrew he was faultless .
Chris Boyes
Wedding: June
June 2017
Andrew was absolutley brilliant
Andrew was absolutely brilliant this was a suprise for our son in law and he made his day. Andrew gave his advise on times, his help in planning and played appropriate music needed to help make our daughter and son in laws day everything they dreamed of, very good value for money would highly recommend.thank you so much.
Andrew Brian Highland Bagpiper Location & Contact Details

Address

Warrington, Cheshire, England, United Kingdom

Nearest Town

Warrington

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Flexibility

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Enjoy the day!

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Family and friends involvement

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Discussing and planning the tunes and where and when to play. Advising the best times to play and suggesting ideas.

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