Parties & Events
Professional Bagpiper for Corporate Events, Private Parties, and Celebrations
Reliable, distinctive live music for events across Austin and the Texas Hill Country.
Check AvailabilityTrusted for corporate events, private parties, and public celebrations.
Event Types
From intimate dinners to formal corporate gatherings, performances are tailored to the setting, audience, and timing of the event.
Performances are tailored to the setting, audience, and flow of your event.
Corporate events
Gala openings, product launches, award nights
Burns Suppers
Traditional Scots celebration with Address to the Haggis
St. Andrew's celebrations
Scottish heritage gatherings and society dinners
Private parties
House parties, reunions, or just because
Graduations
Processionals and receptions
Festivals
Highland games, Celtic heritage events, community celebrations
Public events
Outdoor festivals, markets, and community gatherings
What to Expect
Everything is handled for you — from timing and coordination to delivering a polished performance that fits your event.
Experience
Proof grounded in real performances
Seven years performing professionally across the UK — at formal ceremonies, heritage sites, and private events — is the background every performance here is built on.
Seven years performing in the United Kingdom
Weddings, funerals, public ceremonies, and formal events with a strong grounding in Highland tradition.
Official piper at Lancaster Castle
One of England's historic ceremonial sites.
Events across Austin and Central Texas
From graveside services to corporate events, festivals, and private celebrations.
$350
Starting price
Starting at $350 depending on event type, timing, and performance length.
30–60 min
Typical set length
Longer sets available — ask for a quote
Full regalia
Full Highland attire included
Kilt, jacket, sporran — the full look
Hosting Reassurance
Reliable for formal and public events
Hosts need more than a striking sound. They need someone who is easy to coordinate, appropriately presented, and comfortable in front of a crowd.
Confident in public-facing roles
Suitable for openings, featured entrances, civic gatherings, and occasions where the piper becomes part of the event's atmosphere and presentation.
Flexible around your run of show
Set length, arrival timing, and cue points can be adjusted to match a formal program, cocktail window, or surprise appearance.
Distinctive without feeling novelty-driven
The full regalia, tone, and musical choices are handled with enough restraint to suit premium venues and professional settings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of events do you perform at?
Corporate gatherings, festivals, parades, holiday parties, Burns Night suppers, retirement celebrations, grand openings, golf tournaments, and more. If your event could use a memorable entrance or atmosphere, the pipes are a great fit.
How long is a typical performance?
Most event sets run 30 to 60 minutes, which can be continuous or split into segments around your schedule. Longer performances are available — just ask for a quote.
Can you play indoors and outdoors?
Yes. Bagpipes work beautifully in both settings. For indoor events, Ryan adjusts volume and positioning to suit the space without overwhelming conversation.
Do you take requests for specific songs?
Absolutely. Popular choices include Scotland the Brave, Amazing Grace, and Highland Cathedral. If there is a particular tune you would like, Ryan can often learn it with enough notice.
What is included in the performance fee?
The fee covers the full performance in traditional Highland dress regalia, travel within the Austin metro area, coordination with your event planner or point person, and a pre-event consultation to plan timing and tune selections.
Check Availability for Your Event
Every inquiry gets a personal reply from Ryan — clear answers on availability, pricing, and next steps.
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