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Piper Duncan Top Performer

Piper Duncan

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4.94 
(26 reviews)
  • Austin, TX
  • Bagpiper
  • Travels up to 90 miles
  • $150-500
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Overview

I provide high quality bagpipe music. As a competition piper, I have played against many different bagpipers and won several competitions. I will provide great music and create the perfect atmosphere for Weddings, Funerals, Birthday parties, and more. I am also able to write and record orignal tunes written in celebration or in remembrance for loved ones.


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Anthony P. • April 1, 2022

Great

Duncan was able to provide us with great entertainment. Highly recommend.

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Sherry D. • January 28, 2022

Playing was a little rushed

May have been nerves or just the way he plays, but the two hymns were a little too fast to be able to recognize the tunes. When we listened back we were finally able to identify them but playing a little slower I think would have been better. Really nice guy and did everything we asked. He stayed after he was done playing and answered everyone’s questions and patiently posed for all the pictures we wanted.

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Piper Duncan

Response from Piper Duncan:

Hi Sherry,
I’m sorry you feel that way. Amazing Grace I played at the standard tempo that is usually played in mass band. As for the other hymn, you never gave me a video to follow, so I had to find my own videos to learn it, and they played it at the tempo I played it at. I played additional tunes, answered questions, and your dad seemed to really enjoy it. I’m sorry it didn’t live up to your standards.
Sincerely,
Duncan

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James B. • December 12, 2021

The very BEST in professionalism!!!

Duncan was fantastic! He made our wedding and turned it into our dream! He’s extremely professional and creative. He has a great personality and is friendly and kind! If I could give 10 stars I would. I highly recommend this piper for any venue.

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Celtic Music, Bagpiper
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Rachael C. • August 29, 2021

Brought tears to my fathers eyes!

Duncan came out and played for my fathers 90th Birthday!!! On time, reasonably priced and very patient with my pops. Amazing performance that my dad can not stop talking about!!! Best gift ever! Thank you Duncan for making my fathers day perfect and helping to create a beautiful memory for not only him but me, and all his grandchildren and great grandchildren as well!

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Edwards • July 21, 2021

Absolutely perfect!

Our Mother’s memorial service was made even more memorable by Piper Duncan. Thank you so much for your professionalism and sharing your talent.

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Patricia D. • May 29, 2021

Pre & post Wedding ceremony

Duncan did an incredible job entertaining our wedding guest as they got off the bus to walk down to the ceremony. Then played after the ceremony.

It was a great addition to the entire event

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Kathleen O. • May 17, 2021

Beautiful Music

Duncan played beautiful to honor my father at his burial service. Hearing his playing brought comfort to my family and honored our family heritage.

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Carlos C. • May 2, 2021

Mr. Duncan

Mr. Duncan was on time as he was present at the site before we arrived. Once we arrived, Mr. Duncan provided at his expertise, the appropriate songs before the service and at the very end.

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Marsha C. • July 27, 2020

Duncan did not disappoint!

Since my husband’s birthday/golf trip to Scotland has been postponed, I hired Duncan to surprise him! We were so impressed with his performance and knowledgable narrative! He was very willing to work with me on the details for the surprise and I couldn’t be happier with how our event turned out!

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Elizabeth L. • March 15, 2020

Excellent Performance!!

Duncan did an incredible job. I will definitely use his services again.

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Elizabeth L. • February 21, 2020

Duncan is Great!!

Duncan did a fantastic job at my St. Patrick's Day Event. Looking forward to working with him again.

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Celtic Music, Bagpiper
Piper Duncan

Response from Piper Duncan:

I’m looking forward to the event as well!

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Steffie A. • December 11, 2019

Last minute hero!!

My Father passed away and he always wanted a Bagpiper playing Amazing Grace. Duncan was very kind and understanding of the situation and he did not disappoint. Thank you so much!!
The Family of Dan Bustos

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Michael J. B. S. • November 17, 2019

Duncan did a great job! He went above and beyond.

I will hire Duncan again. He was very polite and accommodating. Expert bagpiper.

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Sarah G. • November 11, 2019

Duncan

Wow, wow, wow! Duncan performed for a 30-year Retirement party and HE WAS AWESOME!!! Professional, extremely talented, on-time and just all-around awesome! You will not go wrong if you hire him!

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Andrea • September 13, 2019

Best part of the wedding

Duncan was great- came out for a rehearsal and then on day of wedding guided guests down to the wedding spot on the water. I made a unique entrance on a swan boat accompanied by when Irish eyes are smiling by Duncan. It was magical.

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Piper Duncan

Response from Piper Duncan:

Thanks Andrea!

It was an awesome wedding and it was fun to be apart of!

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Jetaun R. • May 30, 2019

Thank you so much!

Piper Duncan drove over an hour to participate in the 50th Annual Inkster Memorial Day Parade And he didn’t disappoint! He was extremely friendly, interacted with local residents, and played the entire duration of the parade as well as prior to kickoff. Great performer and very professional!

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Sandy B. • March 12, 2019

He played bagpipes at my mother's 90th birthday party.

He did a super job. He was on time and very professional. My mother loved it as well as everyone in the restaurant. He allowed my mom and family to take pics with him. Well worth the money.

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Angela Y. • July 29, 2018

AMAZING!

Duncan was amazing, professional, and a joy to work with and have as part of our special day. Everyone was thrilled and thoroughly enjoyed his performance! We'd be happy to use his services again and highly recommend him!

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Michelle F. • May 20, 2018

Funeral music

Excellent job!!!!!!!!

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Bagpiper

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Kelly B. • January 7, 2018

Accomplished and very professional

Worth every penny!

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Steven P. • November 25, 2017

Excellent piper.

We hired Piper Duncan to perform at my mom's memorial service. He arrived on time, in full traditional kilt and kit. He delivered an excellent bagpipe performance today. Glad we found him. I would strongly recommend him to others looking for a piper to play at their events.

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Barbara H. • November 6, 2017

Tribute to deceased son.

Piper Duncan has been a pleasure to work with. I would recommend him to anyone in need of his talent.

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Lance A. • October 15, 2017

Duncan was great!

Enjoyed it!

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Stacy B. • September 19, 2017

American Cancer Society Gears & Cheers

We recently had Piper Duncan at a fundraising bike ride event where he played at one of the rest stops. He did a phenomenal job!! He was even taking requests from some of the riders! Looking forward to having him back next year!! Thank you Piper!!!!

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Linda H. • June 22, 2017

Excellent

Piper Duncan performed at a funeral yesterday for a very close family friend. I think the whole church was in tears when he started playing. Very moving. The funeral would not have been the same without him there.

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Piper Duncan

Response from Piper Duncan:

It was my honour to play for the event. Thank you so much for allowing me to play.

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Bryden S. • June 14, 2017

Piping at a MSU Departmental Picnic

It was just the perfect way to catch everyone's attention as Piper Duncan came walking out of the woods playing Scotland the Brave. Then it was wonderful as he finished up with the MSU Fight Song! Thank you so much for helping us to have a wonderful celebration of our interns and residents.

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Price Range: $150-500

Gig Length: 10 - 120 minutes

Languages: English

What to Expect

You will get high quality music from a competition winning bagpiper.

About

Duncan Petersen-Jones is a musician of many instruments, including bagpipes, piano, double bass and guitar. Duncan has a Master's Degree in Music Composition at University of Michigan, with a Bachelor in Music from Michigan State University. Duncan has played with several pipe bands, include Austin's Silver Thistle, Lansing's Glen Erin Pipe Band, Traverse City's Grand Traverse Pipes and Drums, and for Scottish dancing competitions. Duncan is an accomplished soloist competing in pipe band competitions in the US and Canada, soloed with the University of Michigan Philharmonic Orchestra, and has won several Piper of the Day awards.
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A personal mission of Duncan's is to provide the best quality of music possible. To help obtain this goal, Duncan practices everyday to make sure his playing is at its peak. Duncan has published a book of piping compositions and currently working on a second book.

Additional Booking Notes

I will need 15 minutes to tune up, preferably away from the event. If the event is outside, I can tune up and the arrive to the location. All instruments require tuning.

Services Offered

Bagpiper Celtic Music

Past Booked Events

May 14, 2022 • 9:00am - 9:15am Birthday Party
March 26, 2022 • 9:00am - 9:15am Bachelor Party
March 17, 2022 • 3:00pm - 3:45pm House Party
March 17, 2022 • 12:00pm - 1:30pm Sporting Event
January 25, 2022 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm Birthday Party
December 11, 2021 • 4:30pm - 6:00pm Wedding Ceremony
November 11, 2021 • 11:00am - 11:15am Corporate Event
November 01, 2021 • 6:30pm - 7:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
October 25, 2021 • 9:30am - 10:15am Funeral/Memorial Service
October 16, 2021 • 10:30am - 10:45am Funeral/Memorial Service
August 28, 2021 • 4:00pm - 4:15pm Birthday Party
July 17, 2021 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
May 28, 2021 • 4:30pm - 5:15pm Wedding Cocktail Hour
May 15, 2021 • 2:30pm - 3:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
April 23, 2021 • 12:00pm - 12:15pm Funeral/Memorial Service
March 30, 2021 • 12:00pm - 12:15pm Funeral/Memorial Service
March 27, 2021 • 8:00am - 8:15am Surprise
March 13, 2021 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm Product Promotion
January 27, 2021 • 4:00pm - 4:15pm Funeral/Memorial Service
July 26, 2020 • 7:00pm - 7:15pm Birthday Party
March 14, 2020 • 4:00pm - 8:00pm Product Promotion
February 20, 2020 • 6:00am - 6:15am Corporate Event
December 07, 2019 • 1:30pm - 1:45pm Funeral/Memorial Service
November 16, 2019 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
November 08, 2019 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm Retirement Party
October 18, 2019 • 8:00am - 1:30pm Corporate Event
October 11, 2019 • 12:00pm - 3:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
September 28, 2019 • 1:30pm - 2:30pm Funeral/Memorial Service
September 07, 2019 • 1:30pm - 2:30pm Wedding Ceremony
June 13, 2019 • 12:00pm - 12:30pm Retirement Party
May 27, 2019 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm Parade
March 10, 2019 • 1:00pm - 1:15pm Birthday Party
December 29, 2018 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm Wedding Ceremony
August 17, 2018 • 10:00am - 11:00am Funeral/Memorial Service
July 28, 2018 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm Wedding Ceremony
May 15, 2018 • 2:00pm - 2:30pm Funeral/Memorial Service
April 14, 2018 • 11:00am - 12:00pm Personal Occasion
January 06, 2018 • 10:00am - 11:00am Funeral/Memorial Service
November 25, 2017 • 12:00pm - 12:15pm Funeral/Memorial Service
November 09, 2017 • 1:30pm - 2:30pm Holiday Party (Other)
November 05, 2017 • 3:30pm - 3:45pm Funeral/Memorial Service
October 20, 2017 • 11:00am - 11:15am Funeral/Memorial Service
October 14, 2017 • 5:00pm - 5:30pm Birthday (Adult)
September 10, 2017 • 10:00am - 12:00pm Nonprofit Event
September 09, 2017 • 8:00am - 8:00pm Taken
September 02, 2017 • 8:00am - 8:00pm Taken
August 30, 2017 • 8:00am - 8:00pm Taken
August 05, 2017 • 8:00am - 5:00pm Taken
July 16, 2017–July 24, 2017 • 12:00pm - 12:00pm Away

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Set List

Amazing Grace, Irish Eyes, Highland Cathedral, Scotland the Brave, Blue Bells of Scotland, MSU Fight Song, U of M Fight Song, Athol Highlander, South Hall, Banjo Breakdown, and many more.

Influences & Inspiration

Many groups have influenced my playing, being the great Scots Guard or pipebands I have played in such as The Glen Erin Pipeband or Grand Traverse Pipes and Drums. I even got to play AC/DC with a cover band, which was a great experience.

Setup Requirements

15 minutes prep

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