- Boca Raton, FL
- Bagpiper
- Contact for pricing
Joel M. said
“Arrived early, were well dressed and extremely thorough and flexible. Performances were spectacular and appropriate for our event. Would absolutely hire them again. ”
David Lairson, Highland Bagpiper
Overview
I'm David Lairson and I would love to make your next event amazing. Bagpipes can make any event special. Weddings, Funerals, Party's, Golf Outings, everything is better with bagpipes!
I have been a playing for over 20 years. I am also a solo competitive piper, winning several competitions in the southern US. I can perform a wide variety of Scottish and Irish music suitable for any event. I also have a wide range of dress options from traditional Scottish to pub casual.
Reviews
35 reviews
Lisa F.
October 24, 2026Exactly what I hoped for!
David was very professional. Arrived well in advance. Played all the selections we had discussed—walking in the venue playing Amazing Grace. It was absolutely beautiful ❤️❤️
Hired as: Bagpiper
Brenton H.
February 18, 2025Hit the right note!
David's march-on set the perfect tone for the evening! Can't wait to have him back next year!
Hired as: Bagpiper
Kristen M.
January 4, 2025Great to work with!
David was very responsive and accommodating. He did a great job and the group loved it!
Hired as: Bagpiper, Celtic Music
Heather N.
December 4, 2024Just Beautiful
David was fantastic!!! He played beautifully and added so much to our small ceremony!!!! We are so grateful and appreciative of his time and expertise.
Hired as: Bagpiper, Celtic Music
James L.
April 27, 2024Hired as: Bagpiper
Booking information
Price range: $200 – $500 per event
Languages: English
Gig length: 5 - 30 minutes
What to expect
~ Professional Performance and Presentation
~ Traditional Scottish attire - from pub casual to black tie
~ Early arrival and quick setup
~ Fast and professional communication
About
I have been playing the bagpipes since 1989
I have been a competitive solo bagpiper for the past 3 years. In each of these years I have been #1 in my grade in Florida. In 2015 and 2016 I was in the top 15 in the Eastern United States.
I am the Pipe Major of Black Thorne Pipe Band and a member and soloist in the United States Coast Guard Pipe Band. I am also the lead soloist for the Palm Beach Sheriffs Office Honor Guard and Pipe Band
Additional booking notes
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Services offered
Past booked events
October 2026
10
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
5:30pm - 5:45pm
•
West Palm Beach, FL
April 2026
18
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
1:00pm - 1:30pm
•
Fort Lauderdale, FL
January 2026
23
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:00am - 12:00pm
•
Fort Pierce, FL
November 2025
23
Sunday
Birthday Party
10:30am - 11:00am
•
Pembroke Pines, FL
22
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
12:00pm - 12:30pm
•
Wellington, FL
February 2025
17
Monday
Corporate Event
7:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Fort Lauderdale, FL
December 2024
21
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
1:00pm - 1:15pm
•
Port St Lucie, FL
18
Wednesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
12:00pm - 12:30pm
•
West Palm Beach, FL
November 2024
24
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 4:30pm
•
Vero Beach, FL
August 2024
11
Sunday
Funeral/Memorial Service
3:30pm - 4:00pm
•
Melbourne, FL
July 2024
15
Monday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:00am - 11:30am
•
Fort Pierce, FL
April 2024
28
Sunday
Funeral/Memorial Service
4:30pm - 5:00pm
•
Boynton Beach, FL
13
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
4:30pm - 5:15pm
•
Port St Lucie, FL
January 2024
15
Monday
Corporate Event
7:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Fort Lauderdale, FL
October 2023
17
Tuesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:00am - 11:00am
•
Stuart, FL
June 2023
25
Sunday
Personal Occasion
5:30pm - 6:15pm
•
Jensen Beach, FL
April 2023
29
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:30am - 11:00am
•
Cocoa, FL
October 2022
24
Monday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:00am - 11:30am
•
Jupiter, FL
September 2022
10
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:30pm - 1:30am (Sun)
•
Port St Lucie, FL
July 2022
20
Wednesday
Birthday Party
2:00pm - 2:15pm
•
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
06
Wednesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
1:00pm - 1:15pm
•
Lake Worth, FL
June 2022
25
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:30am - 11:00am
•
West Palm Beach, FL
March 2022
11
Friday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Jupiter, FL
February 2022
19
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
5:30pm - 5:45pm
•
Port St Lucie, FL
12
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:00am - 11:30am
•
Merritt Island, FL
02
Wednesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
1:00pm - 1:30pm
•
Fort Lauderdale, FL
November 2021
20
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
9:30am - 10:15am
•
Stuart, FL
August 2021
20
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:00am - 11:15am
•
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
June 2021
12
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
3:00pm - 3:30pm
•
West Palm Beach, FL
May 2021
21
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:00am - 10:45am
•
Palm City, FL
March 2021
19
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:30am - 11:30am
•
Lake Worth, FL
17
Wednesday
Festival
4:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Port St Lucie, FL
January 2021
08
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
1:30pm - 2:00pm
•
Royal Palm Beach, FL
November 2020
28
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
1:30pm - 2:00pm
•
Hobe Sound, FL
September 2020
23
Wednesday
Birthday Party
11:00am - 11:30am
•
Stuart, FL
22
Tuesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
9:00am - 9:30am
•
Stuart, FL
05
Saturday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 6:45pm
•
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
May 2020
21
Thursday
Birthday Party
5:30pm - 6:00pm
•
Jupiter, FL
06
Wednesday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Boca Raton, FL
March 2020
15
Sunday
Corporate Event
12:30pm - 1:30pm
•
Fort Lauderdale, FL
December 2019
22
Sunday
Personal Occasion
8:30pm - 8:45pm
•
Fort Lauderdale, FL
October 2019
09
Wednesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
4:00pm - 4:30pm
•
Boca Raton, FL
July 2019
14
Sunday
Birthday Party
4:00pm - 4:30pm
•
Port St Lucie, FL
June 2019
14
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
12:30pm - 12:45pm
•
Fort Pierce, FL
March 2019
25
Monday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:30am - 11:15am
•
Boca Raton, FL
December 2018
16
Sunday
Birthday Party
1:00pm - 1:30pm
•
Jupiter, FL
November 2018
21
Wednesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
9:30am - 10:00am
•
Stuart, FL
October 2018
14
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
2:00pm - 2:30pm
•
Port St Lucie, FL
July 2018
22
Sunday
Funeral/Memorial Service
2:00pm - 2:45pm
•
Daytona Beach, FL
April 2018
20
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:30am - 12:00pm
•
Hollywood, FL
March 2018
17
Saturday
Festival
3:30pm - 4:30pm
•
Vero Beach, FL
February 2018
09
Friday
Fair
11:30am - 1:00pm
•
Melbourne, FL
January 2018
28
Sunday
Religious Celebration
10:30am - 12:00pm
•
Pompano Beach, FL
Set list
A large selection of Scottish and Irish music including;
Scotland the Brave
Flower of Scotland
Danny Boy
Skye Boat Song
Amazing Grace
And many others
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