Bagpiper in Virginia

Norfolk, VA

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Travels up to 60 miles

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Overview

Does the sound of the Great Highland Bagpipes give you chills or bring a tear to your eye? I would be honored to provide that special moment for any event to memorialize a family member, honor a fallen comrade, or give a nod to your Scottish, Irish or Pan-Celtic heritage.

My name is Tom Crouch. I am a proud veteran of the U.S. Army, Retired Master Police Officer & founder of the Newport News Police Pipes & Drums. I've been President of the NNPP&D since its inception in 2003 and am excited to lead the organization into its second decade of Honoring the Fallen. I am available for hire personally for private events in VA & NC. I offer discounted rates to military, fire and law enforcement.


Reviews

20 reviews

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Heather M.

January 23, 2024
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Great Night

Was a wonderful evening

Hired as: Bagpiper

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Bagpiper in Virginia

Thank you, Heather!


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Ray S.

October 2, 2022
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Outstanding!!!

Our Bagpiper was smartly dressed and right on time. He is extremely talented and an all around great guy!!! I would recommend him to everyone!

Hired as: Bagpiper


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Glenda D.

December 4, 2021
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Was ok

This was for my brothers memorial. The preacher was late but the bagpiper was on time, so thank so much for that. Performance was ok..thank you

Hired as: Bagpiper, Funeral Music


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Patty L.

October 4, 2021
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A Remarkable Addition to our Event!

We could not be more pleased with the bagpiper’s participation in our event! Ian was very accommodating to our needs, very flexible, prompt, and cheerful. He sent us video tracks ahead to choose the music and performed it flawlessly! Our guests were thrilled, we were thrilled, and we highly recommend him for your event!!

Hired as: Bagpiper


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Erin C.

September 16, 2021
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Wonderful!

He showed up for us at a last minute request and played great!!!

Hired as: Bagpiper

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Booking information

Price range: Contact for rates

Languages: English

What to expect

Bagpiper Available for Hire

Funerals, Weddings, Military Retirement, & More

Does the sound of the Great Highland Bagpipes give you chills or bring a tear to your eye? I would be honored to provide that special moment for any event to memorialize a family member, honor a fallen comrade, or give a nod to your Scottish, Irish or Pan-Celtic heritage.

My name is Tom Crouch. I am a proud veteran of the U.S. Army, Retired Master Police Officer & founder of the Newport News Police Pipes & Drums. I've been President of the NNPP&D since its inception in 2003 and am excited to lead the organization into its second decade of Honoring the Fallen.

I am available for hire personally for private events and may to travel to all points in the state of Virginia, the Outer Banks of North Carolina, and beyond. I offer discounted rates to military, fire and law enforcement personnel, so please mention if you meet one of these criteria.

Looking for a piper in another city? Just ask and I would be delighted to refer you to one of my many contacts across the globe!

Contact me here with any questions you may have or call me directly at (phone number hidden). I've also created a simple and instant Performance Request Form which you may complete, at your convenience, with all pertinent information for your occasion. Your time is valuable and I hope this instant request will be convenient, making your event-planning free of any stress. Just fill out the form, click submit, and I will contact you immedia

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Bagpiper Available for Hire

Funerals, Weddings, Military Retirement, & More

Does the sound of the Great Highland Bagpipes give you chills or bring a tear to your eye? I would be honored to provide that special moment for any event to memorialize a family member, honor a fallen comrade, or give a nod to your Scottish, Irish or Pan-Celtic heritage.

My name is Tom Crouch. I am a proud veteran of the U.S. Army, Retired Master Police Officer & founder of the Newport News Police Pipes & Drums. I've been President of the NNPP&D since its inception in 2003 and am excited to lead the organization into its second decade of Honoring the Fallen.

I am available for hire personally for private events and may to travel to all points in the state of Virginia, the Outer Banks of North Carolina, and beyond. I offer discounted rates to military, fire and law enforcement personnel, so please mention if you meet one of these criteria.

Looking for a piper in another city? Just ask and I would be delighted to refer you to one of my many contacts across the globe!

Contact me here with any questions you may have. Your time is valuable and I hope this instant request will be convenient, making your event-planning free of any stress. Just fill out the form, click submit, and I will contact you immediately to discuss how I may help.

I will look forward to working with you to make this a memorable occasion.

Slainte (To your health)!

Tom Crouch

Additional booking notes

I have performed in a number of venues, from churches to military bases, to historic plantations.

Past booked events

January 2024

20

Saturday

Birthday Party

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Williamsburg, VA

October 2022

15

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virginia Beach, VA

01

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

2:30pm - 4:00pm

Toano, VA

November 2021

20

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

1:00pm - 1:15pm

Hampton, VA

13

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

1:00pm - 1:30pm

Virginia Beach, VA

October 2021

02

Saturday

House Party

5:00pm - 5:15pm

Chesapeake, VA

September 2021

11

Saturday

Corporate Event

9:00am - 9:15am

Virginia Beach, VA

April 2021

24

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:30pm - 4:15pm

Surry, VA

January 2021

30

Saturday

Birthday Party

11:00am - 11:15am

Virginia Beach, VA

November 2020

07

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

3:00pm - 3:30pm

Chesapeake, VA

July 2020

29

Wednesday

Surprise

4:30pm - 5:00pm

Corolla, NC

June 2020

10

Wednesday

Funeral/Memorial Service

10:30am - 11:15am

Norfolk, VA

January 2020

12

Sunday

Wedding Ceremony

1:30pm - 2:30pm

Hampton, VA

December 2019

31

Tuesday

Funeral/Memorial Service

12:00pm - 12:15pm

Suffolk, VA

28

Saturday

Wedding Reception

4:30pm - 5:30pm

Richmond, VA

14

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

1:00pm - 1:15pm

West Point, VA

November 2019

10

Sunday

Worship Service

11:00am - 11:30am

Wanchese, NC

October 2019

05

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

2:30pm - 2:45pm

Southern Shores, NC

August 2019

12

Monday

Wedding Ceremony

6:00pm - 6:30pm

Virginia Beach, VA

May 2019

18

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

7:30pm - 8:30pm

Virginia Beach, VA

March 2019

28

Thursday

Funeral/Memorial Service

10:00am - 10:30am

Chesapeake, VA

February 2019

16

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:00am - 12:30pm

Elizabeth City, NC

November 2018

17

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:00am - 12:30pm

Elizabeth City, NC

October 2018

31

Wednesday

Birthday Party

6:00pm - 6:30pm

Virginia Beach, VA

May 2018

05

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

12:00pm - 12:30pm

Edenton, NC

March 2017

17

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

3:30pm - 4:30pm

Suffolk, VA

November 2016

05

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:00am - 12:00pm

Reston, VA

May 2016

06

Friday

Retirement Party

10:00am - 11:00am

Chesapeake, VA

October 2014

11

Saturday

Dinner Dance

7:00pm - 7:30pm

Virginia Beach, VA

Set list

From 'Amazing Grace' to 'Going Home', I can personalize my set list according to your wishes! Don't know which tunes you would like? Just ask me and I would be delighted to recommend some appropriate tunes for your event.

Influences and inspiration

The Great Highland Pipes

Setup requirements

No specific needs required!

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