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J.V. Hudson Top Performer

J.V. Hudson

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5.0 
(70 reviews)
  • Raleigh, NC
  • Bagpiper
  • Travels up to 300 miles
  • $150-1200
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Downloadable Videos

  • 1. Happy New Year
  • 2. A Mans a Man Fa' That
  • 3. First Footing 2011 #1
  • 4. First Footing 2011 #2
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Highland Cathedral
  • 1. Highland Cathedral
  • 2. Titanic
  • 3. The Bridal March
  • 4. Down by the Sally Gardens
  • 5. The Water is Wide
  • 6. Mhair's Wedding
  • 7. Murdo's Wedding
  • 8. Amazing Grace (short version)
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Funeral in Thomasville NC

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Piping for the Triangle Curling Club

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Overview

At age ten his father took him to a performance by the BlackWatch Pipes and Drums and his love of the Great Highland Bagpipe began . .J.V. also plays the Scottish small pipes, tin whistle accordion and the doumbeck. JV Hudson has had the honor of piping for the opening ceremonies of the Coca-Cola 600 (2009) , The Jim Valvano Kids Klassic (2009) , The Green Brier Hotel, The Sprite of Norfolk and many other venues and events. From day-wear to black or whit tie , to full military dress ( with insignia in proper location), JV has the uniform and talent to make your event one to remember . Drummer available for additional fee .


70 Reviews

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L • March 14, 2025

Beautiful addition to our grandfathers funeral services

JV was amazing to work with. He was very accommodating and caring about our funeral arrangements. He showed up early and the performance was beautiful. It made remembering my grandfather very special.
A special thank you to JV for his role in making it a great service!

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Small thumbnail image for reviewer Glenn M.
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Glenn M. • July 21, 2024

Great

JV has performed 2 years in a row does a wonderful job see you next year Thanks

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Sara S. • July 14, 2024

Great Performance and very professional!

J.V played Amazing Grace on the Bag Pipes for my Aunt’s Memorial. He showed up early and sought out family to share his condolences, then patiently waited until he was called to play. He did an AMAZING job and had the room in tears. Very powerful! He played perfectly and was extremely professional the entire time. I couldn’t have asked for a better bag piper on such a heavy day. I would highly recommend J.V. Hudson.

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Michael • June 2, 2024

Professional, courteous and skilled

3rd year in a row JV has graced our golf event with his pipes. Always on time, always kind and ready to add his magic.

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Aaron M. • December 30, 2023

He was excellent!!

We enjoyed him coming. Cordial, professional, authentic, and talented!

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Cynthia C. • November 9, 2023

A most beautiful service!

The bagpipe was beautiful! It was very inviting and gave our family a sense of peace in a most heartbreaking event! The ending was so appropriate in the fading of music! Thank you so much for your part in a service of which I am sure my Mom would be exceptionally proud!

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Carol B. • September 11, 2023

Kirkin' O' the Tartans service

J. V. was terrific! Right on time, played all the music we wanted, and did an all-around fabulous job. We will definitely book him again in the future!

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Heather C. • June 27, 2023

Hired for my wedding

JV was awesome!!! He was so easy to work with and provided us with suggestions for songs and even helped us time the processional. He was friendly, very professional and played beautifully. If you need a bagpiper definitely hire JV!

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Edie • June 24, 2023

Husband’s Memorial Service

Would highly recommend great communication before event to ensure we were on the same page prior to event
Lovely person
Very talented
Was exactly what I wanted to Honor my late husband’s memory

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Scott H. • June 20, 2023

Amazing

JV has become a tradition at our Member Guest. Always a true professional and we appreciate his contributions.
Chapel Hill Country Club

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Matt • May 17, 2023

Fantastic performance, perfect and just so good!

I wanted a bagpiper to close out my father's 'Celebration of Life' service and JV was just perfect! Quick and easy to communicate with, very professional and extremely talented! After he wrapped up playing, he took the time to seek out my mother and convey his condolences... totally unexpected, but just an authentic, touching act. From my mother and two brothers, thanks JV!

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Michael • May 7, 2023

Smash hit!

JV was a total smash hit at the tourney. He was prompt and well manicured. The tunes set the perfect tone for a great morning. Highly recommend JV!

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Josh S. • April 28, 2023

Amazing Grace

JV was great! He was very professional and accommodating. He played amazing Grace beautifully!

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Michael • April 4, 2023

JV rocked the event!

He showed on time and accommodated all our needs.

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Bradley V. • March 31, 2023

Mr. Hudson did a fantastic job.

We had a funeral and had a laid out itinerary that we gave to Mr. Hudson, but during the ceremony everything went completely different than the planned itinerary. Mr. Hudson was very understanding and patient. He went with the flow and did a spectacular job. He was very respectful and pleasant to work with. Highly Recommended.

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Small thumbnail image for reviewer Linda W.
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Linda W. • March 18, 2023

Talented professionals

Was perfect for our St. Patties party, guests enjoyed his playing. Very personable gentleman.

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Jamie S. • March 18, 2023

JV Hudson went over and above

Thanks for playing through the wet and windy weather. You added such a nice touch to the memorial service!

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Janice C. • December 17, 2022

Service above, and beyond what was contracted

Unfortunately, I had to contract JV at the last moment he only had about 13 hours notice. He arrived early. He stayed late well beyond his contracted time. I could not be more complementary about his service. He made a very painful experience more comfortable. His music soothed our souls. He played for my brother’s funeral. It is something I will always remember. I cannot recommend him more highly. I told him that I hope I never have to use him again but that I know I will and I know where to go to get him.

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Gina W. • October 20, 2022

Excellent

Professional and skilled bagpiper. He arrived early and was fully prepared. His contribution honored our Campbell heritage and made the service more memorable.

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Larry H. • September 24, 2022

Great job

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Jacqueline S. • August 28, 2022

JV amazing

He truly made the entire day special.

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Perry E. • July 18, 2022

Outstanding performance

It was a pleasure meeting you J.V. You are very professional and gave an outstanding performance that everyone really enjoyed at our 100th Ennis family reunion this past Sunday the 17th. I hope there will be many future bookings as a result of the people that came to you requesting your business cards.

Many thanks for driving the distance to make our event extra special! We will certainly contact you as we have a need for your talented services.
Best regards,
Perry Ennis
Greenville, NC

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Gail C. • June 30, 2022

Absolutely fantastic!

Mr. Hudson was a delight to work with and truly brought Amazing Grace to our memorial service at Oakwood last Saturday. Excellent bagpiper- just doesn't get any better. Thank you so much!
Gail Campbell

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Scott H. • June 18, 2022

Great way to start Member Guest Golf Tournament

JV is a true professional and really adds a traditional touch to any event. JV is our resident bagpiper.

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Leonora J. S. • May 30, 2022

Wedding Anniversary

Mr. Hudson arrived right on the dot. He followed the chorography that I had requested, meaning basically standing in the middle of our street court and performing from there. He also put together a custom piece of music that I had specifically asked for. After the gig he was very personable and agreeable to pose for photos after the event. My neighbors were very impressed because they had gathered on the court once the sound of the bagpipes could be heard. One neighbor even took his business card.

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Small thumbnail image for reviewer Jennifer K.
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Jennifer K. • May 23, 2022

Wonderful Piper

VJ Hudson is a true professional and Gentleman! The guest loved the music and we couldn’t of asked for a better day with him.

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Scott H. • April 24, 2022

Amazing

JV did a great job for our Centennial Golf event. He added just the right start to our special tournament.

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Suzi M. • February 5, 2022

Memorial Service

Performed for my Father’s memorial service. He was easy to work with and flexible when we had to make a date change. Thank you for helping to memorialize my Father.

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Chad .. W. • January 21, 2022

J.V. was Great

J.V. performed very well and was a solid fellow.

I give him the highest rating possible.

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Small thumbnail image for reviewer Carolyn H.
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Carolyn H. • November 3, 2021

Very professional as well as personable.

J. V. Hudson was a joy to work with. He made a special day even more special. Beautiful music on a beautiful day with beautiful families and guests. We are so blessed.

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Michael W. • October 16, 2021

Everyone loved hearing pipes

Everyone loved hearing pipes at memorial. JV helpful with planning. Also learned a lot about how it all began with JV

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Elizabeth V. • October 13, 2021

Just Wonderful!!

I contacted JV the day before my brother’s funeral. He was about to make quite a lengthy drive & was waiting on us to arrive at the gravesite. Music was fantastic! He was dressed in full kilt. JV is a kind compassionate & marvelous bagpiper! I highly recommend him. Everyone was impressed & very touched by the bagpipes. Thank you JV for giving my brother a great send off. My family plans to keep his number on file for future events.

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Elizabeth C. • September 26, 2021

Outstanding and exceeded expectations

JV was absolutely fantastic. So easy to work with and a distinct pleasure to have around.

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Elizabeth C. • September 26, 2021

Amazing!

JV was a fabulous addition o our special day. !

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Ed S. • September 12, 2021

Very Well Done!!!

Mr. Hudson was awesome and we received many positive comments on his performance.

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Joy M. • September 7, 2021

Perfect!

I knew what I had in mind and without much detail, Mr. Hudson did exactly that. He was early, respectful of the situation, and played beautifully! I could not have been blessed with anyone better than he his!

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Colleen M. • July 19, 2021

Wonderful

JD arrived early. He greeted us and was ready to play when we came out of church. He delivered every song beautifully. His attire was authentic and added to the event. You must book him. He will not disappoint you! He was awesome!!

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Sharon T. • July 13, 2021

He was awesome

Mr. Hudson did a great job! Thanks a million

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Michelle F. • July 3, 2021

Amazing service and respectful

Mr. Hudson provided a very sweet service for my Nana’s funeral. He was respectful and took the initiative to speak with the funeral staff and minister of the church. Beautiful bagpiper, sweet sounds for our service today.

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Karra C. • June 15, 2021

Absolutely amazing bagpiper for our wedding!

We couldn’t have asked for a better or more timely and kind person to perform at our wedding! He even wore the same color bow tie as our bridal party after I told him our colors, so thoughtful and showed how much he truly cares! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, it meant so much to my family and I to have you perform such beautiful music on our wedding day! 10/10 recommend to anyone looking for a talented and all around awesome bagpiper!

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Ryan K. • June 6, 2021

Member Guest Tournament

JV was great for our event. Would definitely use him in the future!

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John C. H. • May 24, 2021

Spot On Performance!

The artist was perfect in every way for a Memorial Service. He knocked it out of the park!
Also, J.V. communicated well about the music to be played, the attire he would wear and the details of the event. If I ever need a bagpiper in the Triangle area of North Carolina, I'll be calling him!

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Ellen M. • May 16, 2021

Enjoyed by all!

J.V. Hudson came to play for an outdoor Highland Games style event. It was the icing on the cake for our students. He was very accommodating and we would highly recommend him.

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Sarah • March 18, 2021

J.V. Hudson provided us with great entertainment!

Mr. Hudson came to our St. Patty's Day Event and played the bagpipes. He played great music but then he also discussed history and the music with our music lovers. All enjoyed the evening!

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Brian K. • November 10, 2020

Thank you

J. V. did a great job and made our opening weekend a huge success!

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Christine L. • November 9, 2020

Wonderful

Mr. Hudson was prompt to our event. He was wonderful and asked a lot of questions and offered suggestions. Everyone raved over the beauty of his performance. I heartily recommend him for your event.

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Sean R. • October 11, 2020

Wedding Bagpipes

Amazing music for our wedding. he played beautifully and I couldnt have wished for a better bagpipe player.

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Lynne M. • October 5, 2020

Professional

Mr. Hudson was so gracious and professional in every way. He was even kind enough to pose with my grandchildren. I highly recommend him.

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Mary S. • September 9, 2020

Great Man

He was on time I was very polite and even offered to play an extra song I was very pleased with his performance

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Victoria C. • August 28, 2020

Authentic piper

excellent to deal with, superb music

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Kellerie N. • August 28, 2020

Excellent!

I hired J.V. Hudson to play at our ceremony as a surprise for my British fiancé. The surprise went well without a hitch! J.V. was very responsive before and after booking and played beautifully on our special day. My husband cried when J.V. started playing, walking around the corner from his hiding spot. Personally, I didn’t expect a bagpipe to sound so melodically beautiful but it really was so beautiful to listen to. JV came up with some choices of songs for me which we’re perfect for our event. He also looked the part with his Highland gear. I highly recommend J.V. for your event!

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Carol F. • August 23, 2020

I would highly recommend JV Hudson to anyone.

JV Hudson did a great job. He knew the songs I wanted and was able to recommend others. He communicated, was personable, and arrived early to the event. He did a great job playing and when the military had a problem with their equipment and playing taps he jumped right in and saved the day! It turned out just perfect.

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Joe A. • June 22, 2020

Met our needs perfectly!

He was responsive and helpful with my request, very reasonably priced, prompt and respectful during the event. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience!

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Julieta S. • June 22, 2020

Very professional and pleasant!

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Response from J.V. Hudson:

Thank you for the wonderful review. It was a joy to meet you and your beautiful family!
Best regards , JV Hudson

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Catherine K. S. • March 2, 2020

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i repeat myself, i do not wishtoprovidecomments. that is whyididnotsendthisbackonsunday

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Susan C. • November 25, 2019

Professional and Talented

Working with Mr. Hudson was very easy. He was able to accommodate a last minute change due to weather. Everyone at our event was impressed. We will definitely contact Mr. Hudson again next year!

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Response from J.V. Hudson:

Susan, thank you so much for the wonderful review . The parade was a whole lot of fun , just what I needed to get into the holiday sprint !

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Victor C. • July 17, 2019

Awesome

He was here ahead of time and did a great job. Will use again for sure!

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Lisa M. • July 9, 2019

Very friendly, prompt, and would recommend.

We used for a funeral, and he was great to work with.

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Eric W. C. • March 18, 2019

Great musician, great piper!

A professional with great class and very easy to work with during rehearsals and warm up. He played very nicely, was flexible, and friendly. I highly recommend his musical and astute approach to the literature. He made a very memorable impression on our congregation's St. Patrick's day service.

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Eric, Thank you so much for the wonderful review . I am so glad to hear that you are ok . You gave us all quite a
scare . Very nice to meet you and your lovely family and the friendly people of the church . Hope to see you again , good health , happy playing and God Bless !

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Velma • March 17, 2019

Look no further - this is the best Bagpiper in NC!!!!

I had a small St. Patrick's Day Party at my home and booked Jerry to play. Not only is Jerry one of the most gifted Bagpiper I have ever heard, he also has a wonderful and friendly personality. My guests just loved him....He was the hit of the night and made my party a huge success!! I would recommend Jerry to anyone...in fact, I will be booking him again!!

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Robert G. • March 12, 2019

Five Stars Means That It Was Great.

Mr. Hudson was polite, on time and professional. His music touched everyone's heart. A lot of comments on how beautiful it was. I wouldn't trade it for anything. Robert Gregory.

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Ginger M. • December 16, 2018

The Best

I would like to say that the whole chapel was so emotional and blessed by Mr Hudson’s piping. It was so touching and I wanted to fulfill my husbands wishes. The funeral service was beautiful and Mr Hudson, thank you for all that you did, the best piper I have ever heard. God Bless

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Erin C. • October 21, 2018

Great experience

J.V. Hudson was great to work with! Communication was quick and easy. He was flexible when Hurricane Florence led original event to be canceled and rescheduled.
My dad thoroughly enjoyed his playing as did the rest of the family. It was a great way to celebrate my dad on his 75th birthday and love of bagpipe music

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Tom A. • August 28, 2018

J.V. Hudson brings an amazing grace to our church!

J.V. Hudson brought his seasoned skills as a master of the pipes to our church service. He played as he led the opening processional (the choir and minister) into the church. He also played the offertory and the recessional. His music was breathtakingly beautiful and perfect for the last sermon of our former minister--who has deep roots in Scotland.
J.V. is a professional musician in every sense of the word. He arrived ahead of schedule and seemed to instinctively understand his role in the service and the timing of our order of worship. After the service, he mingled with our congregation with equal grace, answering every question about his pipes and his musical background. We are very happy indeed that we found J.V.; for absolute certain, he will be returning to play for us in the future. J.V. might have come as a stranger, but he left as a friend!

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Art S. • February 12, 2018

J.V. Hudson was GREAT!

J.V. was prompt, dressed appropriately for a funeral, and provided inspiring music from “the pipes” exactly on que. we received many great comments with the most common being Doug (the deceased) would have loved the pipes! The only negative comments (if you can call them negative) were “I wish he would have played longer! We had very high expectations for J.V. and Mr. Hudson far exceeded them! If you need a piper, J.V. Hudson is your man!

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Ann W. • August 14, 2017

Birthday Celebration

J V was outstanding, very personable. The Birthday Celebrant, a 90 year old lady of Scottish descent loved it and was thrilled. Thank you very for a great highlight to our party.

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Robert M. • May 16, 2017

J.V. was Just Perfect

J.V.'s performance exceeded our expectations. He was also a good communicator prior to the event and left nothing to the last minute. Our family would definately use his services again.

RR Mac

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Hannah E. • July 3, 2015

Wonderful work

Mr. Hudson came to perform for my grandmother's funeral. My grandmother loved everything Celtic and she could trace her Scottish heritage back for centuries. Mr. Hudson came early and went over everything with us. I had contacted him on very short notice asking him to play two songs during the memorial service. The songs were beautiful and he was very professional. My grandmother would have enjoyed it.

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Roger H. • March 14, 2015

J.V. Hudson piped his way into my parent's hearts

The planning and prep with J.V. for my Dad's surprise 86th birthday celebration was timely and professional. The look on my parent's face when they heard J.V. playing outside was magnified when he played his 2nd piece right there in the dining room. My Mom, ever the stickler for detail, said J.V. looked great and she particularly appreciated his attention to detail in his attire and instrument. She noticed everything. Meanwhile, my Dad was in heaven, listening to the melodic sounds from J.V. and his bagpipe. I highly recommend J.V. to anyone interested in a top-notch performance.

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Cindy H. • April 27, 2010

Review by Cindy H.

JV went out of his way to make our daughter's wedding extra special! He was the "surprise" of the ceremony and walked out of the woods playing his pipes for the processional. Many thought it was a CD, until they saw him coming from the lake area in his full Highland regalia! We were able to hear his playing all the way up at the house when the bride was waiting for the carriage, and it certainly sent chills up the spines of many. He is professional but easy to talk to and you can tell that pipes are his passion! He helped us choose the music and made recommendations that suited the occasion, Brian and Kelley's personality, and the addition of bagpipes made the wedding exceptional.

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Price Range: $150-1200

Gig Length: 5 - 180 minutes

What to Expect

JV Hudson provides an exciting performance of Scottish and Irish music on the Great Highland Bagpipe . With many uniforms to choose from . Simple tweed day wear to full dress military with feather bonnet . History of the Highland bagpipe and the great Clan Donald of which he is a member .

Services Offered

Bagpiper Bagpiper Celtic Music Irish / Scottish Entertainment

Upcoming Booked Events

June 06, 2025 • 7:30pm - 7:45pm Personal Occasion
June 14, 2025 • 1:30pm - 2:00pm Wedding Ceremony
June 28, 2025 • 12:00pm - 12:45pm House Party
September 13, 2025 • 4:30pm - 7:00pm Wedding Ceremony

Past Booked Events

March 17, 2025 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm Holiday Party
February 28, 2025 • 4:30pm - 5:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
February 01, 2025 • 11:00am - 12:30pm Funeral/Memorial Service
November 10, 2024 • 11:00am - 1:00pm Religious Celebration
October 19, 2024 • 3:00pm - 3:45pm Funeral/Memorial Service
August 10, 2024 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
July 20, 2024 • 1:00pm - 1:45pm House Party
July 13, 2024 • 2:30pm - 2:45pm Funeral/Memorial Service
June 18, 2024 • 10:30am - 12:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
June 01, 2024 • 9:30am - 10:15am Sporting Event
March 30, 2024 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
March 21, 2024 • 1:00pm - 2:30pm Funeral/Memorial Service
December 09, 2023 • 8:30pm - 8:45pm Birthday Party
October 24, 2023 • 2:00pm - 2:30pm Funeral/Memorial Service
September 10, 2023 • 10:00am - 11:30am Religious Celebration
June 24, 2023 • 4:30pm - 5:00pm Wedding Ceremony
June 16, 2023 • 8:30am - 9:00am Nonprofit Event
June 10, 2023 • 12:00pm - 12:30pm Funeral/Memorial Service
May 16, 2023 • 11:00am - 11:15am Funeral/Memorial Service
May 15, 2023 • 2:00pm - 2:15pm Funeral/Memorial Service
May 11, 2023 • 11:30am - 12:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
May 07, 2023 • 2:30pm - 3:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
April 30, 2023 • 9:30am - 10:00am Sporting Event
April 28, 2023 • 10:30am - 11:00am Funeral/Memorial Service
April 15, 2023 • 4:30pm - 5:00pm Birthday Party
April 12, 2023 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
April 02, 2023 • 2:30pm - 3:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
March 28, 2023 • 11:30am - 1:30pm Retirement Community Event
March 23, 2023 • 12:00pm - 12:15pm Funeral/Memorial Service
March 17, 2023 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm House Party
March 17, 2023 • 2:00pm - 4:00pm Retirement Community Event
March 11, 2023 • 11:00am - 12:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
March 10, 2023 • 3:00pm - 3:45pm Funeral/Memorial Service
March 04, 2023 • 3:00pm - 4:30pm Funeral/Memorial Service
March 03, 2023 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
February 20, 2023 • 3:00pm - 3:30pm Funeral/Memorial Service
December 17, 2022 • 12:30pm - 12:45pm Funeral/Memorial Service
December 03, 2022 • 12:30pm - 1:30pm Funeral/Memorial Service
October 21, 2022 • 11:00am - 12:00pm Fundraiser
October 18, 2022 • 2:00pm - 2:30pm Funeral/Memorial Service
October 16, 2022 • 2:00pm - 3:30pm Funeral/Memorial Service
October 09, 2022 • 4:00pm - 4:30pm Nonprofit Event
September 26, 2022 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
September 24, 2022 • 1:30pm - 1:45pm Funeral/Memorial Service
September 03, 2022 • 2:30pm - 3:15pm Funeral/Memorial Service
August 27, 2022 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm Wedding Ceremony
August 19, 2022 • 2:30pm - 3:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
July 17, 2022 • 1:00pm - 1:30pm Reunion
June 18, 2022 • 11:00am - 11:15am Funeral/Memorial Service
June 17, 2022 • 8:30am - 9:30am Nonprofit Event
May 29, 2022 • 4:00pm - 4:15pm Anniversary Party
May 21, 2022 • 3:00pm - 4:30pm Wedding Ceremony
April 30, 2022 • 1:00pm - 1:15pm Funeral/Memorial Service
April 24, 2022 • 8:30am - 9:15am Personal Occasion
April 23, 2022 • 11:30am - 12:00pm Birthday Party
April 23, 2022 • 10:00am - 10:15am Sporting Event
March 25, 2022 • 3:00pm - 3:15pm Funeral/Memorial Service
March 22, 2022 • 1:00pm - 1:45pm Funeral/Memorial Service
March 19, 2022 • 5:30pm - 6:15pm Cocktail Party
March 17, 2022 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm Nonprofit Event
February 26, 2022 • 11:30am - 11:45am Funeral/Memorial Service
January 22, 2022 • 1:30pm - 3:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
January 20, 2022 • 12:00pm - 12:30pm Corporate Event
January 07, 2022 • 11:00am - 12:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
November 05, 2021 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
October 30, 2021 • 11:00am - 12:00pm Wedding Ceremony
October 22, 2021 • 10:30am - 12:00pm Fundraiser
October 09, 2021 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm Wedding Cocktail Hour
October 02, 2021 • 3:00pm - 3:15pm Funeral/Memorial Service
September 25, 2021 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm Wedding Ceremony
September 19, 2021 • 1:30pm - 3:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
September 11, 2021 • 8:30am - 10:00am Fundraiser
September 03, 2021 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
July 17, 2021 • 12:00pm - 12:30pm Funeral/Memorial Service
July 12, 2021 • 11:00am - 11:15am Funeral/Memorial Service
July 02, 2021 • 11:00am - 12:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
June 12, 2021 • 5:30pm - 5:45pm Wedding Ceremony
June 12, 2021 • 10:00am - 10:45am Funeral/Memorial Service
June 05, 2021 • 8:30am - 9:00am Sporting Event
May 23, 2021 • 11:00am - 11:15am Worship Service
May 22, 2021 • 2:30pm - 2:45pm Personal Occasion
May 13, 2021 • 8:00am - 9:00am Festival
May 02, 2021 • 2:00pm - 2:15pm Funeral/Memorial Service
April 06, 2021 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm Personal Occasion
March 17, 2021 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm Concert
February 04, 2021 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
November 07, 2020 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
November 06, 2020 • 8:00am - 8:15am Sporting Event
October 10, 2020 • 4:30pm - 5:30pm Wedding Ceremony
October 04, 2020 • 1:00pm - 1:15pm Funeral/Memorial Service
September 06, 2020 • 12:00pm - 12:30pm Funeral/Memorial Service
August 27, 2020 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
August 25, 2020 • 11:00am - 11:30am Wedding Ceremony
August 15, 2020 • 10:00am - 10:30am Funeral/Memorial Service
July 24, 2020 • 10:30am - 11:30am Funeral/Memorial Service
June 21, 2020 • 1:30pm - 2:00pm Birthday Party
June 21, 2020 • 10:00am - 10:15am Personal Occasion
April 04, 2020 • 12:00pm - 12:45pm Funeral/Memorial Service
March 14, 2020 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm House Party
February 29, 2020 • 6:30pm - 6:45pm Birthday Party
November 23, 2019 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm Nonprofit Event
September 21, 2019 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
July 16, 2019 • 7:00pm - 7:15pm Funeral/Memorial Service
June 30, 2019 • 3:30pm - 3:45pm Funeral/Memorial Service
June 29, 2019 • 11:30am - 12:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
March 17, 2019 • 10:30am - 12:00pm Religious Celebration
March 16, 2019 • 8:30pm - 9:30pm House Party
March 09, 2019 • 1:30pm - 2:30pm Funeral/Memorial Service
December 15, 2018 • 1:00pm - 1:30pm Funeral/Memorial Service
November 08, 2018 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
October 27, 2018 • 2:00pm - 2:45pm Funeral/Memorial Service
October 07, 2018 • 7:30pm - 7:45pm Birthday Party
August 26, 2018 • 11:00am - 12:00pm Religious Celebration
March 16, 2018 • 2:00pm - 4:00pm Holiday Party
February 10, 2018 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
August 13, 2017 • 3:00pm - 3:30pm Birthday (Adult)
August 12, 2017 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm Anniversary Party
May 13, 2017 • 11:00am - 11:30am Funeral/Memorial Service
April 29, 2017 • 6:30pm - 7:00pm Wedding Ceremony
December 03, 2016 • 1:00pm - 3:30pm Wedding Ceremony
September 11, 2016 • 10:30am - 12:00pm Worship Service
December 05, 2015 • 3:00pm - 3:30pm House Party
October 24, 2015 • 2:00pm - 3:30pm Wedding Ceremony
July 02, 2015 • 6:00pm - 6:45pm Funeral/Memorial Service
May 24, 2015 • 2:30pm - 2:45pm Wedding Ceremony
May 02, 2015 • 6:00pm - 11:00pm Wedding Reception
March 21, 2015 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm Wedding Ceremony
March 17, 2015 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm Other
March 13, 2015 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm Birthday Party
October 11, 2014 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm Birthday Party
April 05, 2014 • 5:30pm - 7:00pm Wedding Cocktail Hour
February 14, 2014 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm Wedding Ceremony
December 20, 2013 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm Funeral Service
November 02, 2013 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm Wedding Ceremony
October 05, 2013 • 4:30pm - 5:00pm Wedding Ceremony
May 04, 2013 • 11:30am - 12:00pm Funeral Service
April 20, 2013 • 3:00pm - 3:45pm Funeral Service
April 13, 2013 • 5:00pm - 6:30pm Other

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Set List

A Cup of Tea
A Hundred Pipers
A Mans a Man for That
Abide With Me
Amazing Grace
Auld Lang Syne
Balmoral
Bonnie Dundee
Brose and Butter
Bugle Horn
Canon in D
Castle Dangrous
Cock of the North
Cullen Bay
Down by the Salley Gardens
Dr. MacInis' Fancy
Farewell to Nigg
Highland Cathedral
Highland Laddie
Itchy Fingers
Kate Dalrymple
Kate Martin's Waltz
Kiefer's Tune
Kilt Rock
King George the V's Army
Let Erin Remember
Loch Lomand
Maggie Duncan
Mhair's Wedding
March of the Champion Supreme
Marry Dorroch
Mull of Kintyre
Murdo's Wedding
My Heart Will Go On
On the Turning Away
The Salute to Clan Donald
Scotland the Brave
Scots Wha Hae
St. Andrews Sco. of Charleston
The Banjo Breakdown
The Barren Rocks of Aden
The Battle of the Somme
The Battle of Waterloo
The Battles Over
The Bloody Fields of Flanders
The Bonnie Lass of Fyvie
The Brides Jig
The Brown Haired Maiden
The City of Hasting Pipeband
The Dark Island
The Dawning of the Day
The Duck
The Duke of Perth's Reel
The Flowers of the Forest
The Green Hills of Tyrol
The High Road to Gairloch
The Kilt is My Delight
The Massacre of Glencoe
The Minstrel Boy
The Mist Covered Mountains
Wings

and many many more

national tunes and hymns also available plus Christmas music

Influences & Inspiration

G.S. MacLennen,Dr, Angus MacDonald , Gordon Duncan ,Gordon Walker5

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