- Buffalo Grove, IL
- Violinist
- $100-700
Michael H. said
“Our violinist did an excellent job providing a perfect blend of romantic music for the background of our wedding and Oceans by Hillsong United for my wife’s walk down song. ”
Maxwell Bagpipe Services
Overview
Solo bagpiper available for weddings, funerals, parties in the suburbs of Chicago.
I am a solo and band competition.
Reviews
28 reviews
Suzanne F.
July 27, 2026Excellent Scottish Bagpipes
On time, Well Played, A+
Hired as: Bagpiper
Eric S.
July 6, 2026Highly Recommended and Excellent Performance
I had the privilege of hiring Maxwell Bagpipe Services for a recent event, and I couldn't have been more impressed. From start to finish, John's communication was prompt, professional, and thorough, making the entire process seamless.
The music added a meaningful and memorable touch to the event, and we received many compliments afterward by our guests.
Hired as: Bagpiper, Funeral Music
Karen W.
September 4, 2025Absolutely perfect
John arrived on time, was professional exactly what we asked for! The music was appropriate and loved by everyone . Several days later gave out this service address and his name. Definitely recommend for all needs.
Hired as: Bagpiper, Funeral Music
Amber G.
March 19, 2025Great service
The show was great!
Hired as: Bagpiper
Maxwell Bagpipe Services
Thank you, I had fun performing for the students.
Tyron J. H.
August 4, 2024Performance met all expectations
Excellent entertainment. Enjoyed very much.
Would highly recommend John for future events
Hired as: Bagpiper
Maxwell Bagpipe Services
Thank you. It is a lovely wedding venue and that little girl enjoyed the music too!
Booking information
Price range: $150 and up
Gig length: 15 - 45 minutes
What to expect
I have much to offer a client for weddings, special occasions/parties as well as funerals/memorials. I have good number of tunes to use at your event and am happy to recommend ideas.
I need to have a spot to warm up/tune up typically 30 minutes prior to playing and I should be far enough away as to not disturb anyone especially for a surprise.
About
Playing for over 10 years, I compete in the Midwest Pipeband Association as a solo piper and have played in band competition as well, Based in Naperville, I will travel as needed. If you are interested in learning to play I teach as well and can help you get started. I teach all ages.
Additional booking notes
I'm a grade 3 solo competition piper and Pipe Major of a competition band locally.
Bagpipes are quite loud indoor so consider this when thinking of a piper indoors and the size of the room.
Services offered
Past booked events
August 2026
14
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:00am - 12:30pm
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Lemont, IL
July 2026
25
Saturday
House Party
7:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Western Springs, IL
02
Thursday
Funeral/Memorial Service
12:30pm - 12:45pm
•
Montgomery, IL
March 2026
13
Friday
Cocktail Party
7:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Clarendon Hills, IL
February 2026
05
Thursday
Convention/Trade Show
3:30pm - 3:45pm
•
Schaumburg, IL
October 2025
02
Thursday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:00am - 11:15am
•
St Charles, IL
August 2025
24
Sunday
Sporting Event
1:00pm - 1:30pm
•
Villa Park, IL
14
Thursday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:30am - 10:45am
•
Tinley Park, IL
June 2025
20
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
12:00pm - 12:45pm
•
Naperville, IL
March 2025
14
Friday
Personal Occasion
10:30am - 11:15am
•
Park Ridge, IL
08
Saturday
House Party
6:00pm - 6:15pm
•
Hinsdale, IL
August 2024
02
Friday
Wedding Reception
6:00pm - 6:15pm
•
Elburn, IL
June 2024
08
Saturday
Wedding Reception
6:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Aurora, IL
April 2024
06
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:00am - 11:30am
•
Hinsdale, IL
March 2024
24
Sunday
Wedding Reception
10:00pm - 10:15pm
•
Aurora, IL
November 2023
23
Thursday
House Party
11:30am - 12:30pm
•
Naperville, IL
October 2023
28
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
3:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Roselle, IL
July 2023
14
Friday
Personal Occasion
7:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Schaumburg, IL
February 2023
26
Sunday
Funeral/Memorial Service
4:00pm - 4:15pm
•
Plainfield, IL
November 2021
07
Sunday
House Party
3:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Batavia, IL
October 2021
16
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
12:30pm - 1:00pm
•
Plainfield, IL
02
Saturday
Birthday Party
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Villa Park, IL
July 2021
31
Saturday
Personal Occasion
2:30pm - 3:00pm
•
Woodridge, IL
31
Saturday
Birthday Party
12:30pm - 12:45pm
•
Brookfield, IL
10
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
1:30pm - 2:00pm
•
Hampshire, IL
March 2021
27
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
11:30am - 12:30pm
•
Hinsdale, IL
13
Saturday
House Party
6:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Shorewood, IL
13
Saturday
Restaurant/Bar Event
11:30am - 12:00pm
•
Palatine, IL
November 2020
15
Sunday
Birthday Party
1:30pm - 2:00pm
•
Palos Park, IL
September 2020
06
Sunday
Birthday Party
2:30pm - 4:00pm
•
West Chicago, IL
March 2020
14
Saturday
Birthday Party
8:00pm - 8:15pm
•
Naperville, IL
12
Thursday
Birthday Party
7:30am - 7:45am
•
Naperville, IL
August 2019
17
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 4:45pm
•
Naperville, IL
10
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:30pm - 6:00pm
•
Aurora, IL
March 2019
16
Saturday
Holiday Party
12:00pm - 1:00pm
•
Downers Grove, IL
June 2018
23
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:30pm - 4:45pm
•
Wheaton, IL
March 2018
17
Saturday
Cocktail Party
5:30pm - 6:15pm
•
Woodridge, IL
August 2017
26
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
9:30am - 10:30am
•
Geneva, IL
March 2017
18
Saturday
House Party
4:00pm - 4:45pm
•
Lisle, IL
18
Saturday
Birthday (Child)
4:00pm - 4:15pm
•
Darien, IL
October 2016
08
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
3:00pm - 3:30pm
•
Yorkville, IL
September 2016
17
Saturday
Wedding
4:00pm - 5:00pm
07
Wednesday
Honor Flight Chicago
7:30pm - 9:00pm
03
Saturday
Wisconsin Highland Games
8:00am - 6:00pm
June 2016
24
Friday
Wedding Ceremony
6:00pm - 6:45pm
•
Lemont, IL
January 2016
16
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:00am - 11:00am
•
Arlington Heights, IL
October 2015
03
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
1:30pm - 2:30pm
•
Joliet, IL
August 2015
08
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
2:00pm - 3:30pm
•
Yorkville, IL
July 2015
18
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
2:00pm - 2:45pm
•
Downers Grove, IL
June 2015
07
Sunday
Birthday (Adult)
4:00pm - 4:15pm
•
Woodridge, IL
January 2015
03
Saturday
Birthday Party
4:30pm - 6:00pm
•
Westmont, IL
July 2014
26
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
1:30pm - 2:30pm
•
St Charles, IL
March 2014
15
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
6:00pm - 6:15pm
•
Wheaton, IL
September 2013
08
Sunday
Grand Opening
2:00pm - 2:30pm
•
Downers Grove, IL
March 2013
17
Sunday
Private Party
2:30pm - 2:45pm
•
Woodridge, IL
Setup requirements
warm-up or tuning place
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