Bagpipes:
I have played as a Piper with the New Hampshire Police Association Pipes and Drums since 2011. During my time with the band, I have played a variety of events, including funerals, retirement parties, pub crawls, both with the band and solo.
My most common performances are at funerals and weddings. But I will play any requested event.
DJ:
I also have a simple DJ setup (new to this, so no crazy extras, but if you are looking for DJ services as well, I could add this to the event. Basic functions, if you need music and a mic, I can accommodate.
Coming soon to the bagpipe performances will be an enhanced performance with backing tracks to go along with the pipes.
52 reviews
Eamon B.
April 30, 2026Dave did an awesome job at our funeral / burial. Highly responsive, flexible, and talented. Would highly recommend!
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Sonja W.
September 16, 2024The Celebration of Life for my husband was made so extra special by the lovely bagpipe music. I would highly recommend him!
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Robin D.
August 19, 2024David was a hit with everyone. We loved his friendly interaction with all and his music was everything we hoped for. Thank you!
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Joan G.
July 6, 2024Over cast and drizzle along with beautiful pipe music set a very Scottish tone for our Memorial Service. David was amazing. The music selection was perfect as was his ensemble. We couldn’t have been happier. Many people said they were moved by how appropriate it was to the occasion He also came along to the luncheons d pipes the guests in there as well.
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Thank you for the kind words Joan! It was a lovely service!
Barbara C.
April 23, 2024He was fabulous !! Accommodating, professional and flexible. He was enjoyed by all those attending event!!
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603Piper
Thank you for the kind words Barbara :)
Price range: $300 and up
Languages: English
Gig length: 5 - 120 minutes
Pricing:
For a graveside only burial performance, price starts at $250 which Includes one hour of attendance and set up time.
All other events, price starts at $300. This includes my setup time and the first hour of attendance(whether I am playing or not). Every additional hour after the first hour will be $50/HR(rounded up to the next hour). Events over 60 miles away from Bedford NH will include a travel fee of $0.50/mile round trip.
The tunes played at your event, the location of where, when and how long I will be playing are completely at your discretion. If you are not familiar with certain bagpipe tunes I have a variety of tunes appropriate for particular events.
Typically the pipes can be used at events such as funerals and weddings as a supportive instrument, placed somewhere outside the venue playing as guests arrive to lead them inside or as guests leave, or I can play during a service at a church or graveside for a burial as a formal performance. If you need any guidance or recommendations on how to incorporate the bagpipes into your event I would be more than happy to assist you with the planning.
I also have a set of ceilidh small pipes, which are a quieter version of bagpipes with a distinct rich sound, great for indoor events.
Depending on the start time of your event I will need to arrive around 30-45 minutes before hand to allow the pipes to acclimate to the temperature of the venue and to get them tuned up . I will also need to check in with the event coordinator to go over the location where they would like me to play. Location is important if you are using the pipes for background music, they are loud and you don't want to have them playing in someone's ear the entire time.
I can offer a few types of uniform for an event. The first set up consists of a Barathea Argyle Jacket and waist coat(both black), white long sleeve shirt with a vest and tie, glengarry (hat/cover), kilt, sporan and high gloss dress shoes.
Another option is the NHPA band uniform which consists of the blue police uniform, band badge and tie, kilt, horse hair sporan and white spats over the dress shoes. The band uniform is great for law enforcement or military events, requires band authorization for use.
I also have a black kilt, with red accents on the hose and shirt.
Military,Police,Corrections,Fire,EMS discounts are available(Please notify me)
For my full time job I am a Realtor® licensed in NH & MA, I work for Keller Williams Metropolitan in Bedford NH. I was first introduced to the bagpipes during my law enforcement career. A fellow officer in the NHPA Pipes & Drums suggested I learn how to play. Once I started taking lessons, I was hooked. I have been a student under Lezlie Webster's instruction for several years.
As of 2023 I am presently Pipe Major for the NHPA Pipes & Drums.
In years past I have competed with the band at the Queechie VT games and the Loon Mountain NH Highland Games. The Band placed 2nd at the Queechie VT Games and 5th at The Loon Highland Games in Lincoln NH .
When placing an event request, please make sure to include the venue location and address. If you are working with a funeral home or event planner please include their contact information so I can coordinate the details with them.
Make sure to include the desired start and end time for my performance if it is different from the start and end time of your event.
The bagpipes are a wood based, reed instrument and are sensitive to drastic changes in temperature and humidity. Ideally they should be tuned in the same room where they will be played, a similar room will work too. But tuning outside in 80 degree weather and then going into an air conditioned room could affect the tuning of the pipes.
A tuning room or an area away from the event to warm up is ideal but not required. Also an area to change is helpful as well, driving in a kilt is not pleasant on long drives!
Thursday
Funeral/Memorial Service
9:30am - 11:30am
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Laconia, NH
Saturday
Personal Occasion
2:00pm - 2:30pm
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Manchester, NH
Saturday
Personal Occasion
2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Francestown, NH
Saturday
Birthday Party
4:30pm - 5:00pm
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Atkinson, NH
Sunday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:30am - 11:30am
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Franklin, NH
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
12:00pm - 1:00pm
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New London, NH
Sunday
Personal Occasion
12:30pm - 1:15pm
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Milford, NH
Saturday
Birthday Party
3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Amherst, NH
Saturday
Dinner Party
6:30pm - 7:00pm
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Rye, NH
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:00am - 11:45am
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New Durham, NH
Saturday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 6:15pm
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Bedford, NH
Thursday
Birthday Party
12:00pm - 12:30pm
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Hanover, NH
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:30am - 12:30pm
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Hampton Falls, NH
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
2:00pm - 5:00pm
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Sharon, VT
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 5:30pm
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Chittenden, VT
Friday
Fundraiser
8:30am - 9:15am
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Amherst, NH
Friday
Wedding Reception
6:00pm - 6:45pm
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Portsmouth, NH
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
6:00pm - 6:30pm
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Northwood, NH
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
3:00pm - 4:30pm
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Rutland, VT
Sunday
Cocktail Party
4:30pm - 6:00pm
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Salem, NH
Wednesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
1:00pm - 1:30pm
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Thornton, NH
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Templeton, MA
Monday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:00am - 11:30am
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Westbrook, ME
Sunday
Funeral/Memorial Service
2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Carver, MA
Monday
Funeral/Memorial Service
5:30pm - 6:30pm
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Westmoreland, NH
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:00am - 11:00am
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Francestown, NH
Saturday
House Party
10:30am - 11:30am
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Hancock, NH
Saturday
Birthday Party
5:30pm - 5:45pm
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Dorchester, NH
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
9:30pm - 10:15pm
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Milford, NH
Thursday
Funeral/Memorial Service
2:00pm - 2:30pm
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Nashua, NH
Saturday
Wedding Reception
6:00pm - 6:45pm
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Westmoreland, NH
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Candia, NH
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:30am - 1:30pm
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Stoddard, NH
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
1:00pm - 1:45pm
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Rutland, VT
Wednesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
4:00pm - 4:15pm
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Winchendon, MA
Tuesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
12:00pm - 12:30pm
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Boscawen, NH
Thursday
Corporate Event
12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Nashua, NH
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
9:00am - 9:30am
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Grafton, VT
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Harrisville, NH
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:30pm - 7:00pm
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Hollis, NH
Saturday
Wedding Reception
2:00pm - 4:30pm
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Woodstock, VT
Monday
Parade
2:00am - 3:00am
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Francestown, NH
Thursday
Wedding Ceremony
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Haverhill, MA
Wednesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:30am - 10:45am
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Bedford, NH
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
2:00pm - 2:30pm
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Acton, ME
Friday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Chichester, NH
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
3:00pm - 3:45pm
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Rindge, NH
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
2:00pm - 5:00pm
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Walpole, NH
Wednesday
Nonprofit Event
3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Keene, NH
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 5:30pm
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Nashua, NH
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:00am - 11:30am
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Derry, NH
Wednesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:00am - 12:00pm
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Nashua, NH
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
2:00pm - 3:30pm
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Claremont, NH
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Keene, NH
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
9:00pm - 9:45pm
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Randolph Center, VT
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Ayer, MA
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:00am - 11:30am
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Southampton, MA
Friday
NHPA St Paddy's Day Pub Crawl
7:00am - 11:55pm
Friday
NHPA Fund Raiser Dinner
1:00pm - 11:00pm
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
9:00am - 11:00am
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Barrington, RI
Saturday
Casco ME Indoor Games
8:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:30pm - 5:15pm
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Bennington, VT
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:00pm - 11:30pm
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Dover, NH
Saturday
Holiday Party (Christmas)
7:30pm - 8:30pm
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Walpole, MA
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
1:00pm - 1:45pm
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Manchester, NH
Saturday
Birthday (Adult)
6:00pm - 6:30pm
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Henniker, NH
Wednesday
Wedding Ceremony
3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Ludlow, VT
Wednesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:00am - 12:30pm
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Whitehall, NY
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Northfield, MA
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
11:00am - 11:45am
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Hudson, NH
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
3:00pm - 3:45pm
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Rindge, NH
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
3:00pm - 3:30pm
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Goffstown, NH
Friday
Solo Competition Highland Games Loon Mt Lincoln NH
8:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday
Wedding-Penacook NH
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Saturday
Wedding Reception
5:00pm - 5:30pm
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Mapleville, RI
Saturday
Solo Competition,Quechee Games VT
9:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday
Funeral/Memorial Service
1:30pm - 2:00pm
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Wilmington, VT
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Laconia, NH
Thursday
Nonprofit Event
4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Keene, NH
Saturday
Windsor VT Parade (NHPA P&D Event)
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Sunday
Funeral/Memorial Service
5:30pm - 6:00pm
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Peterborough, NH
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:30am - 11:15am
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York, ME
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:00pm - 11:30pm
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Goffstown, NH
Below is a list of tunes that I have memorized and play regularly. If a tune that you would like to have played is not listed below, please let me know PRIOR to booking and with ample time to learn the tune, 1-2 months preferable. Requests for tunes that I don't know made after the booking may be subject to an additional fee.
Also, please be aware, that the bagpipes are in a different key than most instruments and only has nine notes. Common songs by regular musical artists are not playable on the bagpipes or sound strange because of the different key.
Common funeral tunes:
-Amazing Grace
-Going Home
-Danny Boy
-Mist covered mountains
-The bells of Dunblane,
-Flower of Scotland
-Military Anthems (Marines, Army, Navy, Coast Guard, Air Force)
-The green hills of Tyrol
-The battles o'er
-The Parting Glass
-Farewell to Camraw
-The Sky Boat Song
-Hard Times
Other tunes:
-Highland Cathedral
-Raglan Rd
-Scotland the brave
-Rowan tree, Wings
-The Rose of Allendale
-The Minstrel boy
-Wearing of the Green
-Let Erin Remember
-Dawning of the day
-Faulkland Palace
-Chanter Tune
-Irish eyes
-The Rakes of Mallow
-The Steam Boat
-Garryowen
-Sean south
-The Famous Baravan
-The Panda
-The Glasgow City Pipers
-Auld Lang Syne
-Wild rover
-Itchy fingers
-Minard Castle
-Men of the West
-Molly Darlin
-Star of the County Down
-Shipping up to Boston
-The Gael (last of the mohicans theme)
-Dances with wolves theme
-Yankee Doodle
-Grand Old Flag
-When the Saints go Marchin' In
-The Girl from Dungannon
-The Soldier's Return
-McPherson's Lament
-Mary's Wedding
-Highland Laddie
-The Prince of Denmark's March (aka The Trumpet Voluntary)
-A gift of thistle (from Braveheart)
-The Ass in the Graveyard
Tuning room or area
Changing area (helpful but not required)
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