Eli Clemens

Washington, DC

Starts at $250

Travels up to 200 miles

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Overview

I started playing the bagpipes at age six, and twenty five years later I am still learning new tunes and enjoy offering events the unique ambience that only a bagpipe can bring. I am based in Washington, DC, and available throughout Maryland, Virginia, and the broader Mid-Atlantic, especially for weekend and evening engagements.

Beyond the great Highland bagpipes, I also play the Scottish smallpipes, border pipes, Irish flute, whistle, and uilleann pipes. From weddings to memorial services to birthday parties, I will work with you to choose the right tunes and instrument for your event. I guarantee prompt communication, punctual arrival, and a polished performance tailored to your event.


Reviews

3 reviews

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Megan T.

October 12, 2026
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Deeply talented and considerate

Eli played my mother-in-law’s celebration of life and was very thorough and thoughtful both leading up to and at the event. We were especially thankful for all the extra time and resources spent to look into our families clan history as well as coordinating with the Pastor of the service. The music was phenomenal and he played everything we requested and more. I would not only recommend him to use but we will be using him again when the occasion arises!!

Hired as: Bagpiper, Celtic Music


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William M.

August 24, 2026
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Outstanding Service

Enthusiastic and communicative - showed up on time and entertained the reunion attendees - climbed to the top of a Widow's Walk thereby enhancing his presentation - pleasant personality with a number of songs - played the whole time he was scheduled - rousing cheers from the crowd - this the bag piper you want to schedule - hope I have reason to hire him again in the future - semper fi - Ed Moroney

Hired as: Bagpiper


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Historic P. R. I.

July 6, 2026
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Went above and beyond to make our event memorable.

Eli went above and beyond to make our July 4 celebration a wonderful event. When our go-to pipes and drums band had to bow out due to the impending heat, I found Eli on Gigsalad. He responded very quickly and was clear and communicative throughout the last-minute planning process. He is very professional and a joy to work with.
Eli was also able to coordinate a duo to perform as part of our program. Eli and award-winning musician Kevin Elam, performed two sets of Scottish and Appalachian songs later in the day! They were the highlight of our celebration. We will certainly call on Eli and his colleagues again.

Hired as: Bagpiper

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Booking information

Price range: Starts at $250

Services offered

Past booked events

October 2026

11

Sunday

Funeral/Memorial Service

3:00pm - 4:00pm

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Frederick, MD

10

Saturday

Worship Service

11:00am - 12:30pm

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King George, VA

August 2026

22

Saturday

Reunion

3:00pm - 3:30pm

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Upper Marlboro, MD

01

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:00pm - 3:30pm

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Leesburg, VA

July 2026

26

Sunday

Birthday Party

4:00pm - 5:00pm

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Oakland, MD

04

Saturday

Nonprofit Event

10:00am - 2:00pm

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Port Royal, VA