- St Paul, MN
- Bagpiper
- $200 and up
Alex Peden - Bagpiper
Overview
I've been piping for 25 years across North America and Scotland, and have experience performing at many different events (weddings, funerals, graduations, processionals, etc.). I am happy to meet requests or offer suggestions to make any event, big or small, extra special.
Reviews
7 reviews
Melanie M.
July 27, 2026Really Created the mood - Very Professional
Alex was very accommodating! He performed a special song that wouldn't usually be played on the bagpipes, and he played some traditional songs as well. It set the mood for our family as we celebrated our departed loved one. I hope to use Alex in the future, as I really appreciated his professional dedication.
• arrived on time
• took direction, and accommodated requests
• played very well!
• rolled with last minute changes/direction
• several guests complimented his playing
Thank you Alex!
Hired as: Bagpiper, Celtic Music
Lori W.
July 6, 2026Excellent!
I didn’t give Alex much advance notice, as I messaged him June 30th for a July 3rd funeral service for my father.
He responded quickly and was very professional.
I requested the songs, “Amazing Grace” and “How Great Thou Art”. Alex did not know the latter song but researched it before hand and knew he would be able to play it for us. It was overwhelming that he could provide my request. I felt very at ease with him.
He played very beautifully and made it feel very poignant.
My father would be proud to know that he received one request, that he did not voice much. I’m sure he was up there looking down on us Alex and feeling pleased. 🙏
I would highly recommend Alex to anyone. I couldn’t have asked for a more professional and understanding individual.
Thank you again Alex.
Hired as: Bagpiper
Sean M.
June 30, 2026Wedding Slam Dunk
Alex piped several times during our wedding ceremony and was exceptional! He was a pleasure to deal with as we coordinated his role piping in the bride and her father, playing during the ceremony and piping our guests out. Alex suggested tunes and took our requests as well and played all magnificently! Alex elevated our wedding ceremony and created wonderful memories for all!
Thank you Alex - I hope to have the occasion to have you play again!
Hired as: Bagpiper
Jo-Ann F.
December 7, 202570th birthday party
Alec communicated with me all along the planning process and arrived on time. He not only played the songs that my Scottish husband loves, he let him have a go at trying the pipes!
Alec also answered all our questions about the history of the pipes, learning to play them, how Winnipeg weather impacts on them.
Highly recommend him💥💥💥💥💥
Hired as: Bagpiper
Mariann K.
September 5, 2025Great experience with Alex!
We hired Alex to play at my brothers funeral service. He played As the family and mourners walked from the chapel to the gravesite and also at the gravesite. It made his service very special and memorable. I’d recommend Alex highly.
Hired as: Bagpiper
Booking information
Price range: $200 and up
About
I began piping at age 7 under Pipe Major Bob Fraser in Winnipeg. While playing in the local youth pipe band, I was fortunate to travel to Scotland and compete in the World Pipe Band Championship, and received guest instruction from many top pipers in the world. Since graduating from the band, I've continued to play in the St. Andrew's Pipe Band, eventually becoming Pipe Major and leading the band back to Scotland.
Throughout my piping career, I have played across Manitoba at weddings, funerals, bonspiels, convocations, and everything in between. I know an extensive repertoire of tunes, and I'm happy to accommodate any requests that fit the instrument!
Services offered
Upcoming booked events
August 2027
14
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
3:00pm - 3:45pm
•
Gimli, MB
September 2026
05
Saturday
Birthday Party
2:00pm - 2:30pm
•
Altona, MB
11
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
2:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Winnipeg, MB
Past booked events
July 2026
26
Sunday
Funeral/Memorial Service
1:00pm - 2:00pm
•
Stonewall, MB
03
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
12:30pm - 1:00pm
•
Winnipeg, MB
June 2026
26
Friday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 5:30pm
•
Winnipeg, MB
26
Friday
Graduation
9:00am - 9:30am
•
Winnipeg, MB
May 2026
23
Saturday
Corporate Event
6:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Winnipeg, MB
December 2025
05
Friday
Birthday Party
7:00pm - 7:15pm
•
Winnipeg, MB
August 2025
21
Thursday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:00am - 11:00am
•
West St Paul, MB
June 2025
28
Saturday
Birthday Party
4:00pm - 4:30pm
•
Winnipeg, MB
May 2025
02
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
2:30pm - 3:30pm
•
Winnipeg, MB
November 2024
25
Monday
Funeral/Memorial Service
12:00pm - 12:15pm
•
Winnipeg, MB
Setup requirements
Warmup Room for Tuning
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