Reviews

The pipes do the talking. So do the people who heard them.

Funerals, weddings, birthday surprises, school parades — here is what the people Ryan has played for say about the day.

In Their Words

Real reviews from real events

Every one of these is quoted from Ryan's public profiles, linked to the original so you can read it at the source.

July 2026

Masterful Pipes

Ryan was great! From the initial conversation, he was very straightforward, professional and easy to work with. He helped guide us in the playlist and was honest in the realities of the instrument. When it came time for the event, he arrived in plenty of time and was dressed for the part. Most importantly, he played beautifully and really added to the fun of the ceremony.

Tore F.

Wedding ceremony

Verified review on GigSalad
January 2018

Amazing bagpiping service

We contacted Ryan about playing the bagpipes at my mother's funeral with very little notice. Ryan was able to work with my family and the funeral home in a timely manner to ensure my mother's service would be professional and unintrusive. Ryan arrived early and very prepared, dressed in the traditional Scottish attire he looked amazing and his bagpiping was wonderful. Very compassionate... I would recommend and welcome Ryan and his bagpipes to any event or occasion both happy or sad.

Larry G.

Funeral service

Review on GigSalad
May 2026

Best Day Ever

We hired Ryan to surprise my best friend on the morning of her birthday. He arrived early, was incredibly pleasant, communicative, affordable enough for me and my friends to book, and had amazing skills! This is a memory I will never forget. THANK YOU RYAN!!

Trinity D.

Birthday surprise

Verified review on GigSalad
March 2018

Ryan and crew were AMAZING!!!

We had Ryan, and 2 drummers, play our St Patrick's day brunch and it was one of the coolest things we have ever done! The music is so powerful and impressive; our guests loved it!!! Ryan was very responsive during our communication and very accommodating of our plans and time constraints. I can't say enough good things about the whole experience; it was awesome!!!

Sharon M.

St. Patrick's Day brunch

Verified review on GigSalad
March 2018

GREAT for parades and lessons

Ryan came and played during our St. Patrick's Day parade. Afterwards, he walked around to the classrooms, took pictures, answered questions, and talked about his culture. He is amazing with the children and knows how to give explanations on their level. Will definitely be booking him again soon!

Chaela M.

School parade & program

Verified review on GigSalad

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