Paul Watson

Paul Watson

Top Performer

Tyler, TX

$250 and up

Travels up to 200 miles

Get a free quick quote
Promotional video thumbnail 1 for Paul Watson

Amazing Grace

Promotional video thumbnail 2 for Paul Watson

Found a good place to practice on a new tune. "Velocipede"

Promotional video thumbnail 3 for Paul Watson

New tune in the works "Itchy Fingers"

Gallery photo 1 of Paul Watson

Piping around between shows at Tyler Celtic Fest.

Gallery photo 2 of Paul Watson

15th year to pipe for our hero's at Memorial Day service

Gallery photo 3 of Paul Watson

A little lite music at the Scottish Fest. Love my Cons.

Gallery photo 4 of Paul Watson

Got a chance to play onstage with the Chieftians

Gallery photo 5 of Paul Watson

Full Regimental kit. I'll never complain how long it takes my wife to get dressed again.

Gallery photo 6 of Paul Watson

Got to be part of a commercial for a HUGE Irish beer company. Harp logos blacked out ; )

Gallery photo 7 of Paul Watson
Gallery photo 8 of Paul Watson
Gallery photo 9 of Paul Watson
Gallery photo 10 of Paul Watson

Overview

I am a full time piper with 100's upon 100's of events under my belt. With over 25 years of experience I can make an event meaningful and memorable.
I always arrive early and come dressed in appropriate kilt outfit for the occasion.
Last minute changes are not a problem and I can help plan what would work best for your event.
The Great Highland Bagpipes are usually the pipes that are requested but I can also provide you with Scottish Smallpipes for a quieter backgound or even provide you with piping with Digital Bagpipes for indoor or even outdoor areas where volume could be an issue.


Reviews

35 reviews

Small thumbnail image for reviewer Karen L. P.

Karen L. P.

May 17, 2025
Verified review

Paul was exactly what we wanted and needed the day of my Father's celebration of life service. My Dad had said for years it wad important to him to have Amazing Grace played on the bagpipes and Paul did a beautiful rendition as well as playing the Marine Hym in honor of his time in service. My only regret was that I was so overwhelmed that day that I didn't get to speak to Paul personally and tell him how beautiful his music was and how much I appreciated his time.

Hired as: Bagpiper


Small thumbnail image for reviewer Jeb B.

Jeb B.

January 18, 2025
Verified review

Mr Watson performed in a professional manner at the gravesite of my mother’s funeral as she had requested. The music wasn’t intrusive or too loud and didn’t interfere with the ceremony at the gravesite. The music provided an atmosphere that celebrated her life and her faith as was intended. I highly recommend his service.

Hired as: Bagpiper


Small thumbnail image for reviewer Loddie A.

Loddie A.

October 4, 2024
Verified review

We were lucky to have found Paul for our memorial. Would highly recommend him.

Hired as: Bagpiper, Funeral Music


Small thumbnail image for reviewer Garrett S.

Garrett S.

March 25, 2024
Verified review

Look no further Paul is a professional. He showed up early and played beautiful music for my grandmothers funeral.

Hired as: Bagpiper, Funeral Music, Woodwind Musician


Small thumbnail image for reviewer Allie F.

Allie F.

January 16, 2023

I appreciate so much Paul playing for my grandmothers funeral.
It happened suddenly so I didn’t have time to plan. I also wasn’t up to making any major decisions. There was so much trust that I had for a complete stranger who protected that trust and took care of my grandmothers last moments. Not only did Paul make it completely effortless, he played at the perfect time and played beautiful music.
I don’t know how to thank you enough Paul. Everyone came to me and said it was the classiest funeral they had been to, and it was because of you. If you ever need anything you have a Scottish Fam for life!

Hired as: Funeral Music

Write a review

Booking information

Price range: $250 and up

Languages: English

About

I am a Young Audiences artist. Young Audiences is one of the oldest and most respected arts-in-education organizations in the nation who's programs are taught by professional teaching artists trained to work in the educational setting providing arts programs in public, private and charter schools.
I am also a competing piper and a member of the Eastern United States Pipe Band Association

Upcoming booked events

November 2025

15

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

4:30pm - 5:15pm

Tyler, TX

15

Saturday

Nonprofit Event

6:00pm - 10:00pm

Quitman, TX

Past booked events

May 2025

03

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:00am - 12:00pm

Bullard, TX

January 2025

04

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

2:00pm - 4:00pm

Homer, LA

November 2024

23

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

3:00pm - 3:30pm

Hemphill, TX

September 2024

13

Friday

Funeral/Memorial Service

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Dallas, TX

March 2024

10

Sunday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:00am - 12:00pm

Buffalo, TX

December 2023

08

Friday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:00am - 11:45am

Tyler, TX

October 2023

21

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

3:00pm - 3:15pm

Tyler, TX

21

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

9:30am - 10:30am

Tyler, TX

August 2023

29

Tuesday

Funeral/Memorial Service

2:00pm - 3:30pm

Haughton, LA

28

Monday

Funeral/Memorial Service

9:30am - 9:45am

Pollok, TX

June 2023

16

Friday

Funeral/Memorial Service

2:00pm - 2:30pm

Malakoff, TX

January 2023

21

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

10:30am - 11:00am

Ringgold, LA

November 2022

04

Friday

Funeral/Memorial Service

2:30pm - 3:00pm

Tyler, TX

September 2022

17

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

10:00am - 11:00am

Nacogdoches, TX

May 2022

14

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Tyler, TX

March 2022

17

Thursday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Royse City, TX

February 2022

12

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

10:00am - 11:00am

Tyler, TX

January 2022

23

Sunday

Wedding Reception

3:30pm - 7:30pm

Tyler, TX

08

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

3:30pm - 4:00pm

Benton, LA

December 2021

04

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

10:00am - 12:00pm

Livingston, TX

November 2021

14

Sunday

Funeral/Memorial Service

5:00pm - 5:30pm

Grapevine, TX

October 2021

27

Wednesday

Funeral/Memorial Service

1:00pm - 1:30pm

Dallas, TX

15

Friday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:00am - 11:30am

Ardmore, OK

04

Monday

Funeral/Memorial Service

10:30am - 11:30am

Dallas, TX

03

Sunday

Funeral/Memorial Service

2:30pm - 3:30pm

Colleyville, TX

September 2021

11

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

7:30am - 7:45am

Garland, TX

August 2021

18

Wednesday

Funeral/Memorial Service

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Grand Prairie, TX

03

Tuesday

Funeral/Memorial Service

10:00am - 11:00am

Haughton, LA

June 2021

13

Sunday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:00pm - 11:15pm

Shreveport, LA

06

Sunday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:30am - 11:45am

Nacogdoches, TX

May 2021

29

Saturday

Personal Occasion

3:00pm - 3:45pm

Lone Oak, TX

April 2021

24

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

3:00pm - 4:30pm

Dallas, TX

24

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:30am - 12:15pm

Dallas, TX

09

Friday

Funeral/Memorial Service

2:00pm - 2:45pm

Jacksonville, TX

March 2021

26

Friday

Funeral/Memorial Service

4:30pm - 4:45pm

Tyler, TX

20

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

5:30pm - 7:00pm

Gladewater, TX

17

Wednesday

Nonprofit Event

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Bossier City, LA

13

Saturday

Product Promotion

12:00pm - 1:00pm

Dallas, TX

February 2021

11

Thursday

Funeral/Memorial Service

3:00pm - 4:00pm

Jefferson, TX

December 2020

01

Tuesday

Funeral/Memorial Service

3:30pm - 4:30pm

Henderson, TX

November 2020

20

Friday

Funeral/Memorial Service

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Plain Dealing, LA

13

Friday

Funeral/Memorial Service

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Bellmead, TX

March 2019

10

Sunday

Funeral/Memorial Service

2:00pm - 2:30pm

Arp, TX

January 2017

02

Monday

Funeral/Memorial Service

12:00pm - 1:00pm

Mineola, TX

June 2016

25

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:00am - 11:30am

Tyler, TX

April 2016

09

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:00am - 11:15am

Garrison, TX

December 2015

11

Friday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:00am - 12:00pm

Shreveport, LA

September 2014

06

Saturday

Funeral Service

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Longview, TX

Check out these featured profiles

Jimmy Mitchell - Texas Bagpiper

4.99 (65)
Top Performer
  • Dallas, TX
  • Bagpiper
  • $250 and up
  • 102 Verified bookings

Aileen C. said “Jimmy played for my husband's ceremony at the National Cemetery. He was on-time, respectful, and so skilled--no squeaks!!! ”
Fast free quote
Featured
Richard Kean - Texas Professional Bagpiper - Bagpiper in Houston, TX

Richard Kean - Texas Professional Bagpiper

5.0 (42)
Top Performer
  • Houston, TX
  • Bagpiper
  • $250 - 1000
  • 76 Verified bookings

Tessa D. said “Richard was on time, was very engaging and with his 40 years of experience he was a top notch bagpiper! He made the birthday extremely special. ”
Fast free quote
Featured
Pipe Major Robert G. Richardson - Bagpiper in Arlington, TX

Pipe Major Robert G. Richardson

5.0 (2)
  • Arlington, TX
  • Bagpiper
  • Starting at $200
  • 2 Verified bookings

Audrey M. said “Fabulous nite, Pipe Major Richardson played happy birthday and a few other Scottish tunes. Took the time to give a well deserved salute to the birthday recipient which was truly appreciated. He was... ”
Fast free quote