Let’s talk about your occasion.
Share what you know so far. It’s fine if the date, music or plans are still taking shape. Ryan will reply personally with availability, pricing, and clear next steps before anything is confirmed.
Funeral piping starts at $300, events at $350+, and weddings at $450+ before travel or expanded scope. Ryan will confirm the scope and price before you decide to book.
- Direct coordination with Ryan Guthrie, the intended performer
- Austin, Round Rock, Hill Country, and Central Texas availability checked by date
- Funeral, wedding, memorial, and event pricing explained before payment
You're talking to Ryan
Inquiries come straight to Ryan Guthrie, the piper who will actually be there on the day
Clear pricing before commitment
Service fee, travel, and any add-ons are explained before a booking or payment is confirmed
Availability checked personally
Dates and details are reviewed against Ryan's calendar before the event is locked
Booking With Ryan
What booking directly with Ryan looks like
From the first message, you're coordinating directly with Ryan: about the date, the music, the venue, and the moment you want the pipes to carry. Ryan is the intended performer; if an emergency ever changes that, you will be told and given clear options.
Not sure whether one piper or a full pipe band fits your event? Ask. Ryan will tell you honestly which is right for the moment.
Booking Questions
What people usually want to know before they inquire
This booking form is designed for direct, personal coordination rather than an automated checkout.
How do I book a bagpiper in Austin?
Send the date, time, location, and event type through this form. Ryan reviews the details personally, confirms whether the date is open, gives a clear quote, and then handles the booking agreement and deposit only after the fit is confirmed.
Is this the official Guthrie Highland Pipes booking page?
Yes. This is Ryan Guthrie's own booking page, and he replies to every inquiry personally.
Can I check bagpiper availability before I pay?
Yes. No payment is required to inquire. The first step is a date-specific availability and pricing reply, so you know whether Ryan is open and what the event would cost before making a commitment.
What should I include when asking for bagpiper availability?
Share the occasion and a way to contact you. A date, city or venue, timing and music ideas are helpful if you know them. You can leave the date blank and add more details later.
What happens after I send my enquiry?
Ryan will review the details and reply personally about availability, music, pricing and the next step. Nothing is booked by sending this form.
Can I use this form for funerals, weddings, and other events?
Yes. You can ask about funerals and memorials, weddings, churches and community gatherings, school visits, celebrations and events, or surprises and wake-up calls. Choose Not sure yet if you would like help finding the right fit.
Do I need to know the exact tunes before reaching out?
No. If you are not sure what fits the occasion, Ryan can suggest appropriate tune options after you submit the date, location, and event type.
What if I am deciding between one piper and a full pipe band?
Many people use bagpipe band, pipe band, bagpipes, and bagpiper interchangeably. Guthrie Highland Pipes books Ryan as a solo Highland piper, which is usually the right fit for funerals, weddings, memorials, entrances, and short ceremony moments. Use the bagpipe band comparison page if you are deciding between one piper and a full pipe band.