- Northbrook, IL
- Bagpiper
- Contact for rates
John/Sandy K. said
“So happy he was available and willing to travel here for the service. ”
Celtic Piping By Christopher Coomes
Overview
Providing Professional, Quality, & Memorable, bagpipe music for your special event. solo piper as well as mini band groups available. Serving Naperville, Fox Valley, and surrounding Chicago area. I Have been playing competitively for 15 years in the midwest pipeband assosciation, am currently Pipe Major Associated Firefighters of Illinois Pipes and Drums, Current member of the MidlothianScottish Pipe Band,Retired firefighter specializing in Fire/Police department ceremonies. Both traditional highland attire as well as Full military dress available. willing to travel,
Reviews
39 reviews
Jim C.
September 23, 2024He worked in coordination with the funeral director and I.
All went perfectly
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Kara T.
March 10, 2024Fun small occasion
Chris was very professional and kind. His music was amazing and he even played some competition tunes which was amazing to hear. Top notch player. Will be booking him again next year!
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George K.
January 1, 2024Spectacular
Made our wedding day more special. Great communication, setup and execution. A true professional. Christopher was accommodating to our requests and knocked the event out of the park. Thank you
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Celtic Piping By Christopher Coomes
Thank you so much for your Kind review! It was truly a pleasure to work with you and be part of this wonderful celebration. Many years of happiness to you Both! Christopher
Mary M.
August 15, 2023Christopher was Excellent
If you need a bagpiper, I highly recommend Christopher. At my Dad's funeral Mass, Chris was the lone bagpiper, escorting my Dad's casket up the aisle and out of the church to the narthex. Played Dad's two favorite songs: "Too-ra-loo-ra-loo-ra" and "Danny Boy." He wore an Irish green kilt and conducted himself with the utmost respect for the event. Thank you!
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Celtic Piping By Christopher Coomes
Thank you so much for your kind review Mary. It truly was my honor to play for your dad’s service and for your friends and family members. I take great pride in providing a respectful and memorable service for all of my clients. Thank you again for your kind of you and have a wonderful day.
Kathy L.
November 13, 2022Great bagpiper
I hired Christopher for my brother's memorial service and he was fantastic! Great job!!
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Booking information
Price range: $ 175.00 and up
What to expect
the sound of the Great Highland bagpipe will be a memorable addition and memory for any occasion. Whether calling guests to begin the event, a ceremonial procession ,or a suprise for that special some one, a piper attired in traditional highland attire, with a well tuned instrument playing somber or spirited music will add a regal touch to any event. I am punctual and always communicate with client and planners to provide the most professional and memorable service. I usually will try to arrive anywhere from 1/2 to 1 hour prior, to work out final details as well as tuning and warm up. I look forward to working with you for your special event.!
About
I Have been Playing now for 16 years , 15 of which have been competitive. I currently play with the Midlothian Scottish Pipe Band, and have won the midwest championship for the last three years consecutively. Also competed in Glasgow at the world Pipe band championships in grade 3A, finished 9th overall. I am a retired fire/medic and offer insruction as well as musical performance. The sound of the Great Highland bagpipes lend an air of royalty and dignity to any special event! We are Happy to meeet your every need.
Additional booking notes
there are no special technical needs.
Past booked events
September 2025
20
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
1:30pm - 2:00pm
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Palos Heights, IL
July 2025
12
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Lockport, IL
April 2025
06
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
3:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Mundelein, IL
September 2024
09
Monday
Funeral/Memorial Service
12:00pm - 12:30pm
•
Spring Valley, IL
April 2024
06
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:00am - 12:00pm
•
Evanston, IL
March 2024
16
Saturday
House Party
4:00pm - 4:30pm
•
Arlington Heights, IL
14
Thursday
Dinner Party
11:00am - 12:00pm
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Aurora, IL
09
Saturday
Personal Occasion
5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Leland, IL
December 2023
30
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Elburn, IL
October 2023
05
Thursday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:30am - 10:45am
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Westmont, IL
August 2023
14
Monday
Funeral/Memorial Service
12:30pm - 1:00pm
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Oswego, IL
October 2022
29
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
2:00pm - 2:15pm
•
Oak Lawn, IL
September 2022
24
Saturday
Birthday Party
6:30pm - 6:45pm
•
Geneva, IL
August 2022
06
Saturday
Retirement Party
6:30pm - 6:45pm
•
Orland Park, IL
July 2022
15
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:30am - 12:15pm
•
Bourbonnais, IL
May 2022
23
Monday
Funeral/Memorial Service
12:00pm - 1:00pm
•
Streator, IL
March 2022
19
Saturday
House Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Des Plaines, IL
19
Saturday
Holiday Party
5:30pm - 6:15pm
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Montgomery, IL
12
Saturday
House Party
11:30am - 1:30pm
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St Charles, IL
September 2021
01
Wednesday
Corporate Event
12:00pm - 1:00pm
•
Chicago, IL
August 2021
09
Monday
Funeral/Memorial Service
8:00pm - 8:15pm
•
Sugar Grove, IL
July 2021
24
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
4:30pm - 5:15pm
•
Naperville, IL
08
Thursday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:30am - 11:45am
•
Naperville, IL
June 2021
27
Sunday
Funeral/Memorial Service
1:30pm - 2:15pm
•
Pleasant Prairie, WI
19
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:30am - 11:45am
•
Naperville, IL
May 2021
16
Sunday
Funeral/Memorial Service
2:00pm - 2:45pm
•
South Bend, IN
April 2021
11
Sunday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 6:30pm
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Geneva, IL
March 2021
17
Wednesday
Nonprofit Event
10:00am - 11:30am
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Oak Park, IL
13
Saturday
Product Promotion
12:00pm - 1:00pm
•
Chicago, IL
September 2020
26
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Peoria, IL
05
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
6:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Aurora, IL
July 2020
31
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:00am - 11:30am
•
Hillside, IL
June 2020
20
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:30am - 11:45am
•
Edwards, IL
May 2020
28
Thursday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 6:15pm
•
Oak Park, IL
January 2020
03
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:00am - 10:45am
•
Woodridge, IL
December 2019
08
Sunday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Michigan City, IN
November 2019
20
Wednesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
3:00pm - 3:30pm
•
Stickney, IL
September 2019
06
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:00am - 10:15am
•
Libertyville, IL
July 2019
01
Monday
Funeral/Memorial Service
12:00pm - 12:15pm
•
Lisle, IL
May 2019
11
Saturday
Wedding Reception
5:30pm - 6:30pm
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Geneva, IL
December 2018
28
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
12:30pm - 1:00pm
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Peoria, IL
November 2018
02
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
1:30pm - 2:00pm
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Ottawa, IL
September 2018
09
Sunday
Sporting Event
3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Oak Brook, IL
August 2018
04
Saturday
Personal Occasion
6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Elgin, IL
July 2018
14
Saturday
Wedding Reception
6:30pm - 7:00pm
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Mokena, IL
April 2018
01
Sunday
Easter Party
2:00pm - 2:45pm
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St Charles, IL
March 2018
24
Saturday
House Party
4:00pm - 4:45pm
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Montgomery, IL
17
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
4:30pm - 5:00pm
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Willowbrook, IL
September 2017
20
Wednesday
Birthday (Adult)
10:00am - 10:30am
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Aurora, IL
10
Sunday
Sporting Event
2:30pm - 3:30pm
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Oak Brook, IL
09
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
9:00am - 1:00pm
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Lake Villa, IL
March 2017
17
Friday
Campus Event
2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Downers Grove, IL
11
Saturday
Fundraiser
8:00pm - 8:15pm
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Rosemont, IL
July 2016
16
Saturday
Wedding Reception
4:00pm - 9:30pm
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Brookfield, WI
09
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
2:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Grand Mound, IA
June 2016
25
Saturday
Wedding Reception
3:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Antioch, IL
05
Sunday
Birthday (Adult)
3:00pm - 4:30pm
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Pontiac, IL
March 2016
27
Sunday
Religious Celebration
6:30pm - 7:00pm
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Wheaton, IL
19
Saturday
Birthday (Adult)
6:00pm - 12:00am (Sun)
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Sycamore, IL
19
Saturday
House Party
3:30pm - 11:00pm
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Montgomery, IL
14
Monday
Nonprofit Event
12:00pm - 2:30pm
•
Glenview, IL
January 2016
23
Saturday
House Party
7:00pm - 11:00pm
•
Lake Bluff, IL
December 2015
02
Wednesday
Birthday (Adult)
6:30pm - 8:00pm
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Naperville, IL
November 2015
28
Saturday
Birthday (Adult)
6:30pm - 10:30pm
•
Oak Brook, IL
21
Saturday
Birthday (Adult)
11:30pm - 11:45pm
•
Chicago, IL
October 2015
17
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
2:30pm - 2:45pm
•
Orland Park, IL
September 2015
07
Monday
Birthday (Adult)
4:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Romeoville, IL
June 2015
04
Thursday
Funeral/Memorial Service
1:00pm - 1:15pm
•
Oak Forest, IL
April 2015
28
Tuesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
2:30pm - 4:30pm
•
Kenosha, WI
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