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I am a professionally-trained Scots Guards bagpiper who is proficient in all aspects of the Highland bagpipes. I have been performing for special events (weddings, receptions, dinners, funerals, birthday parties, and more) in the Wilmington, NC area for the past 25 years. I am a professional open piper who is also the Pipe Major to Wilmington's Port City Pipes and Drums.
19 reviews
Allyson L.
December 7, 2025Andy and his wife played at our wedding and they were absolutely outstanding. Their music made my husband feel right at home, the songs were perfect and added a truly special touch to our day. We can’t thank them enough for making our celebration unforgettable. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for talented, heartfelt bagpipe music.
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Joe I.
July 30, 2024We had 35 guests for the bagpipe performance with dinner following. Our guests were blown away and it made for an incredibly special evening.
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Danny T.
October 1, 2022Very professional and did an amazing job!
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Joyce M.
May 9, 2022Arrived on time. Beautifully played.
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Pipe Major Andy Simpson
Thank you Joyce . Your husband was a remarkable man ! Great memorial service.
Price range: $200 and up
I play a variety of reels, jigs, strathspeys, marches, slow airs, and more. The event I'm hired for dictates the music I play.
At funerals, the music is appropriate and usually, the tunes are suggested by the family.
At weddings, I work with the bride (or wedding coordinator) to determine the tunes for arriving guests, the seating of the Grandmothers and Mothers, the bridesmaids, and the arrival of the bride. Joyful, happy tunes are played upon the pronouncement of the couple, and continue while the guests are leaving for the reception. I have, at times, led the bride and groom into the reception area with a resounding tune. Only a set of bagpipes can present such an enchanting grand entrance!
At birthday parties, I have surprised many, many people on their special day. The looks on their faces are priceless! I am mostly requested because the guest of honor loves the pipes and my presence adds to the magic of the day. They also love my Scottish accent.
I have also played for events where a "shock factor" is desired. Bagpiping is different and loud - it fits the bill.
I was born in Scotland and served in the Queen's Regiment of the Scots Guards where I learned to play the bagpipes in the authentic tradition of the Guards - to become a ceremonial piper. Every year I return to my native homeland to re-experience the Scottish piping scene and to link up with bagpipe professionals for the latest information and tunes. I have been playing in Southeastern North Carolina for 25 years, celebrating hundreds of birthdays, celebrations of life, parties, and more. I also teach the bagpipes at a very reasonable price, students starting as young as ten. Experience has given me a huge repertoire of tunes for all occasions. Bagpipes played at their best to make your special event the happiest day of your life.
I don't need any sort of stage, electricity, sound system, etc. My pipes and I are a complete unit and are free to roam throughout any event.
Saturday
Wedding Cocktail Hour
5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Beaufort, NC
Saturday
Sporting Event
8:00am - 9:00am
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Atlantic Beach, NC
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:00am - 11:30am
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Wilmington, NC
Saturday
Sporting Event
7:30am - 9:00am
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Atlantic Beach, NC
Saturday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Wrightsville Beach, NC
Saturday
Personal Occasion
2:30pm - 4:30pm
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New Bern, NC
Sunday
Funeral/Memorial Service
2:00pm - 2:45pm
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Nichols, SC
Saturday
Sporting Event
8:00am - 9:00am
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Atlantic Beach, NC
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
3:30pm - 5:00pm
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Wilmington, NC
Saturday
Corporate Event
9:00am - 9:30am
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Atlantic Beach, NC
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
7:00pm - 7:30pm
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Topsail Beach, NC
Saturday
Personal Occasion
7:00pm - 7:30pm
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Oak Island, NC
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:00am - 11:45am
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Atkinson, NC
Saturday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 6:30pm
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Swansboro, NC
Wednesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
12:00pm - 12:30pm
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Jacksonville, NC
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
11:30pm - 12:15am (Sun)
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Arapahoe, NC
Tuesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:30am - 12:00pm
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Castle Hayne, NC
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:00am - 11:15am
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Southport, NC
Friday
House Party
8:00pm - 9:00pm
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Castle Hayne, NC
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 5:45pm
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Myrtle Beach, SC
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
1:00pm - 1:45pm
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Wilmington, NC
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Wilmington, NC
Sunday
Funeral/Memorial Service
4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Mullins, SC
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Wrightsville Beach, NC
Sunday
Worship Service
8:30am - 11:00am
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Wilmington, NC
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Wilmington, NC
Saturday
Holiday Party
6:00pm - 6:15pm
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Wilmington, NC
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Wilmington, NC
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 5:30pm
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Wilmington, NC
Monday
Holiday Party (Other)
10:00am - 10:30am
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Wilmington, NC
Sunday
Religious Celebration
10:00am - 10:30am
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Wilmington, NC
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
4:30pm - 5:15pm
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Surf City, NC
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
2:30pm - 3:15pm
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Newport, NC
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
2:30am - 2:45am
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Myrtle Beach, SC
Saturday
Personal Occasion
10:00am - 11:00am
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Wilmington, NC
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:30am - 11:45am
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New Bern, NC
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Topsail Beach, NC
Sunday
Religious Celebration
3:00pm - 4:30pm
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Leland, NC
Tuesday
Birthday (Adult)
5:00pm - 6:30pm
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Emerald Isle, NC
Monday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:00am - 11:45am
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Swansboro, NC
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Jacksonville, NC
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Surf City, NC
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 5:15pm
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Wilmington, NC
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
8:30am - 9:30am
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Castle Hayne, NC
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 5:45pm
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Wilmington, NC
Monday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:00am - 10:30am
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New Bern, NC
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
3:00pm - 3:30pm
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Wilmington, NC
Tuesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:00am - 11:45am
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Little River, SC
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 5:30pm
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Wrightsville Beach, NC
Thursday
Fundraiser
11:00am - 3:00pm
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Wilmington, NC
Saturday
Restaurant
6:00pm - 8:30pm
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Wilmington, NC
Thursday
Other
3:00pm - 3:15pm
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Wilmington, NC
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