Bagpiper Hiring Guide
Most people who are looking to hire a bagpiper, are doing so for the first time. It would make sense then that you might not know how to begin, what to expect or how it works. Rhett’s Hiring Guide will help answer some of these initial questions and help you get a better idea of what having a bagpiper at an event generally consists of. Also if you don’t find what you’re looking for below, remember, these ideas are only what is most commonly done and we are not limited to them alone. Once we speak we can cover your ideas, my recommendations and other options for the event.
When to use your bagpiper in your event
Some popular and commonly used options are, but are not limited to:
Weddings
as guests are arriving/seated
for the processional (wedding party/bride/both)
for the recessional
piping newlyweds into the reception
Funerals Memorials
as guests are arriving
mid-service (eg. while loved ones place flowers)
escorting the casket/playing as it is being lowered
as service ends/guests leave
Celebrations
signaling the start of an event or activity (eg. meal, sport etc.)
a birthday surprise
"mini-concert" setting
welcoming golfers to the clubhouse
For more detailed info on different types of events click below
Things to be aware of:
Bagpipe Volume
Bagpipes only have one volume, which is quite loud so, best to plan on several yards of space to enjoy the music to the fullest. Rhett can give recommendations for his placement for ease of planning.
Instrument Tuning
Bagpipes need to be warmed up and tuned before hand so having a place to do so without disturbing the guests is helpful but not required. Rhett can always find a park nearby to tune if there is no place available on site.
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