Richard Kean - Texas Professional Bagpiper
- Houston, TX
- Bagpiper
- 63 Verified Bookings
Joshua D. said “Mr. Jean arrived early, was prepared and performed flawlessly. He made the memorial service extra special for our family.”
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My name is Roberta Haworth and I have 25 years experience solo piping for Weddings, Parties, Funerals, Memorial Services, and I specialize in Military Ceremonial Events as I am a retired Navy Musician. I have a large repertoire of music and I serve the South Texas area. Please contact me for any of your bagpiping needs. I will be happy to help you choose the appropriate music for your special event!
Roberta's music was extremely moving and fitting for our father's funeral. She worked seemlessly with the Military Honor Guard and knew what to play and when - something we left to her to do given our lack of experience in Military Funerals. Roberta chose appropriate music without much guidance from us, which was GREATLY appreciated. We couldn't have been more pleased with Roberta from our first contact inquiring about her availablity through the service.
Roberta was very kind and played so beautifully! We had her come out as a surprise for a surprise birthday party. The birthday boy was so surprised and loved every second of it.
Very professional in her appearance and demeanor. She knows the proper protocol for military funeral/memorial.
My family was very impressed with her performance and the fact that she gave full respect to our father.
She made our fathers service very memorable and dignified
With her performance.. I definitely recommend her for any event... Thank you so much
She was early, which was great. She was very polite and professional. Would definitely recommend Her to anyone needing Her services. Thanks for a Job WELL DONE!!!!
We’d contacted Roberta to play a memorial in a rural Texas town with just a couple days of lead time. Even with that, she travelled to the location and arrived early, set up quickly, and played masterfully. She knew all the songs (traditional Scottish and Irish standards, USA service anthems, and spirituals) on our set list, accommodated our late modifications to the procession, and did it all with aplomb. 5/5 stars, would recommend.
Response from Have bagpipes, will travel:
Thank you so much, your kind words mean the world to me. I’m glad I could help you honor your father’s life!
Great experience! This artist was very accommodating and did a great job!
Response from Have bagpipes, will travel:
Thank you!
She was great very professional. But it was very quick and short. I should of done more than 15 mins.
Response from Have bagpipes, will travel:
I’m very sorry for your loss, Yolanda. I definitely would have played more than the requested 15 minutes of music. I even asked at the end if you were done with me and you said “yes.” I know you were preoccupied with grief. Please contact me, I would like make it up to you if I can.
Roberta was absolutely wonderful! She was so easy to work with and is an excellent pipe player! Looking forward to having her over again.
Thanks so much for making my Mom’s memorial a very memorable one.
The service provided was absolutely amazing.
Response from Have bagpipes, will travel:
Thank you, Roger, I'm so glad I was able to provide the music your wife wanted.
OUR WEDDING WOULD NOT HAVE BEEN THE SAME WITHOUT OUR BAGPIPER. EXCELLENT WILL HIRE AGAIN!!
Response from Have bagpipes, will travel:
Thank you so very much! I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Price Range: $150 - $350 depending on distance
Gig Length: 30 - 90 minutes
Languages: English
Examples of my performance elements:
Wedding - Playing preliminary music (usually outside) 15 minutes prior to the start, leading the bride down the aisle/playing special music during the ceremony/playing the bride a groom out of the church. Playing the reception also is an additional charge.
Funeral or Memorial Service - Leading the casket in/out of the sanctuary to the hearse, playing graveside. No additional charge for playing both the church/funeral home service and graveside service if the cemetery is within 5 miles of the church or funeral home.
Party - I can play inside or outside depending on the weather and your desires. Homes or restaurants/bars with low ceilings are usually unpleasant venues for bagpipes. High ceilings are preferred for indoor playing. Banquette halls are generally very acceptable for bagpipe performances. As far as music selection, it depends on on the type of party. We can discuss your wishes and desires of course!
Military Ceremonies, Dining-In/Dining Out, Retirements - Playing preliminary music 15 minutes prior to the start. I can lead in the Roast Beef for Dining Ins and Outs. I normally play Amazing Grace at some point during a Retirement Ceremony. I can also play any of the Armed Forces Service Songs during the "piping over the side" portion of a Retirement Ceremony.
I look forward to discussing and helping you choose the most appropriate bagpipe music for your event!
For all events I wear Highland attire.
I am a proud Navy retiree, having served 26 years active duty plus an additional 4 years as a member of the Army Reserve, Army National Guard, Marine Corps Reserve and Navy Reserve. I can safely say I am considered a subject matter expert in military etiquette and honors.
I have been playing bagpipes since 1986 and have competed in Scotland 3 times.
Go Navy!
I don't need anything "special" to perform. The only caveat is that ceiling height must be 8 feet minimum to accommodate the height of the pipe's drones. Also, I will not play outside in the pouring rain with or without lightning.
March 02, 2024 • 11:30am - 12:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
October 13, 2023 • 3:00pm - 3:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
October 06, 2023 • 2:00pm - 2:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
September 19, 2022–September 20, 2022 • 11:00pm - 12:00am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
September 17, 2022 • 6:00pm - 6:15pm | Birthday Party |
July 08, 2022 • 10:00am - 10:15am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
June 13, 2022 • 9:00am - 10:00am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
January 06, 2022 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
September 04, 2021 • 10:00am - 10:15am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
September 01, 2021 • 10:30am - 11:00am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
June 21, 2021 • 11:30pm - 11:45pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
June 12, 2021 • 10:00am - 11:00am | Personal Occasion |
May 29, 2021 • 11:00am - 11:30am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
December 30, 2020 • 6:00pm - 6:15pm | Dinner Party |
October 03, 2020 • 11:00am - 11:30am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
June 20, 2020 • 2:30pm - 2:45pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
November 08, 2019 • 6:30pm - 7:15pm | Birthday Party |
November 02, 2019 • 11:00am - 12:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
July 10, 2018 • 10:30am - 10:45am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
May 05, 2018 • 12:30pm - 12:45pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
March 17, 2018 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
March 18, 2017 • 8:00pm - 9:00pm | St Paddy's Day Private Party |
March 18, 2017 • 12:00pm - 5:00pm | St Paddy's Day Block Party |
March 17, 2017 • 2:00pm - 10:00pm | St Paddy's Day Block Party |
Depending on your event:
Hallelujah, Amazing Grace, Here I am Lord, Scotland the Brave, The Black Bear, The Bonnie Lass o' Fyvie, The Cockney Jocks, Minstrel Boy, The Wearing o' the Green, Dawning of the Day, The Highland Wedding, Highland Cathedral, all US Armed Forces service songs, We're No Away' Tae Bide Awa, Flowers of the Forrest, Going Home, etc....
and dozens more tunes. Too many to list!!! Let's talk!
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