Twin Lochs Piping
10 reviews- Hanson, MA
- Bagpiper
- Travels up to 50 miles
- $200+
Overview
I am an experienced piper based in southeastern Massachusetts, but my gigs have taken me north to MA/NH border, east to the elbow of the Cape, south to the Rhode Island coast and west to Worcester County. I don't mind a bit of travel to bring the sound of the pipes to those who want to listen.
My repertoire is primarily a variety of Scottish, Irish and American tunes, and range from solemn slow aires (which are appropriate for funerals, memorial services, etc) to more upbeat jigs, strathspeys and marches (for weddings, graduations, parties, etc). Also, I am always available to clients and their guests for photos or to answer questions when desired and appropriate.
Cheers!
-Don
10 Reviews
I needed a bagpiper for my cousins 35th surprise birthday party and I am so glad that I found Don! I had also asked him for a drummer so he brought his daughter along to play with him and to watch the two of them play together was amazing! Don was very professional and helpful the whole time leading up to the event and his awesome personality made it even better! Their talent really showed and the music was beautiful, my entire family has been raving about them ever since! I will definitely use Twin Lochs Piping again if I ever need a bagpiper and I will recommend them to everyone I know! Thanks so much again, Don you are the best!
Celtic Music, Bagpiper
Response from Twin Lochs Piping:
What can I say Michaela? This was such a fun gig I feel like I should be writing a review of the party and all of you! You all made Annika and I feel like a part of the group. I give your friendliness and fun both 5-star ratings! Annika, in particular, was extremely happy with how awesome you all were because it really helped to put her at ease for her first gig. Thank you so very much for hiring us and for all the kind words that day. I think I mentioned it, but I don't often get to hear client feedback about their decision making process, so it was enlightening to hear what you had to say. You were all great! (Thank you for the pictures as well!!)
Photos from this event
Don is a true professional and clearly a musician at heart. My father recently passed, and it would not have been a proper Scottish farewell without a piper. Don showed up on short notice and ahead of our requested start time to be prepared. He was so very accommodating for every request (he was even kind enough to assist me, a first time kilt-wearer, with putting on my father's kilt). It was a very emotional day, but we know our father would be proud of our tribute to him. We are so grateful to have had Don play our requested songs and for him to be included in our celebration of my father's life. On behalf of me, my family and my father, thank you Don!
Bagpiper
Response from Twin Lochs Piping:
Thank you for making me a part of the service and for the very kind review Rory. You crafted quite a tribute to your Dad that day! I'm very happy I was there early enough to help out with getting you squared away in his kilt, and be a bit more than just a piper for the day.
Don did an absolutely amazing job at my father's funeral. He is very professional and kind. His performance was speculator and perfect. He played outside the church both before and after the service. I asked him to play Scotland The Brave after the eulogy as he stood outside facing the alter with the church doors open. It was incredible. He followed us to the cemetery and played a variety of songs there as people gathered. He played Amazing Grace at the conclusion of the graveside prayer service. I cant thank him enough for helping me honor my father. He would've been so proud. I highly recommend Don and his services. My parish even asked me for his information. Everyone was impressed. The price for his services was also appropriate. Thank you, Don!
Bagpiper
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Twin Lochs was very professional and very responsive from the start. Understood our event and made it perfect for us. Awesome job!!
Bagpiper
So many comments on how incredible the bagpiper was. He put a very special and fitting touch on a very tough day for our family. Very easy to communicate with before the services and he was in all the right places at all the right times playing exactly what we wanted. Very talented bagpiper...I would recommend to anyone for any occasion.
Bagpiper
On a day of deep sorrow on my Mother's burial at the end of the services to hear the sound of the bagpipes playing lifting my Mother's spirits into the Heavens was a joyful bittersweet moment. It was a beautiful moment.
Bagpiper
Response from Twin Lochs Piping:
Thank you for including me in your mother's funeral John. I'm glad I was able to help provide that emotional conclusion to the service.
I would definitely give this piper 5 stars. It was a difficult day but so easy to book the session. He called to confirm and ask for any details. He learned to play a song that we requested and wasn't familiar with but did an excellent job. Very nice to go above and beyond.
Bagpiper
Response from Twin Lochs Piping:
Thank you for choosing me as your piper that day Kristin. Since learning The Parting Glass for your service, I've added it as a regular tune in my repertoire. Thank you also for taking the time to review your experience with me.
He did a great job. It was my mother’s funeral and it was so nice to coordinate before hand, so day of, I didn’t have to worry about anything. He went to the church, played wonderfully, then went to the cemetery and again it was great. He played as he was leaving so it wasn’t abrupt. I would hire him again in a heartbeat. It was great to have him on such a hard day.
Bagpiper
Response from Twin Lochs Piping:
Thank you for including me as a part of your mother's services Rebecca. I am very happy you feel my playing added so much to the day, and appreciate that you took the time to review your experience with me.
JOHN WAS PROFESIONAL AND EXCEPTIONAL IN A VERY TOUGH TIME, I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM !!!!
Bagpiper
Response from Twin Lochs Piping:
Thank you for leaving a review Dave! It was my pleasure to play for you and your family on a difficult day yesterday.
It was a very tough day , but Don made it a bit easier with his professional attitude, attention and of course the bag pipe music .
A true professional and gentleman.
Would give 10 stars . The music was very touching and peaceful. Highly recommended
Bagpiper
Response from Twin Lochs Piping:
I appreciate that you took the time to leave a review Jeff! In most cases at funerals and memorial services I don't have much of an opportunity to speak to the family. I truly enjoyed the chance to get to talk to you and learn a bit about your son. Thank you for the chance to play for you and your family.
Booking Info
What to Expect
If you choose me as your piper I will look to communicate with you prior to your event in order to learn all the pertinent information. I am comfortable communicating via phone, text or email, and any combination of the three work just fine for me. I welcome any questions you may have at any time leading up to the event.
On the day of the event I typically arrive at least a half hour prior to when I am scheduled to begin playing. I survey the area to make sure I am clear on where I am supposed to play, and perform a final tuning of my pipes if appropriate. My actual performance is based on any discussions I had with you beforehand.
Following your event I am grateful for any feedback you feel compelled to provide, and am hopeful you found your experience working with me worthy of leaving a review here on Gigsalad, or on Google and/or Facebook by searching for Twin Lochs Piping.
About
Piping is my passion....second only to my family. As a solo piper I have competed against my peers at various highland games and stay as busy as possible with private gigs. I am fortunate to have accomplished Scottish pipers Neil Clark and David Methven as my friends, tutors and mentors. A great deal of my piping time is also spent fulfilling the duties associated with my position of Pipe Major of Colum Cille Pipes & Drums in Sandwich. As a member of Colum Cille I have had the opportunity to compete against other bands in the area, traveled to Scotland to compete at the World Pipe Band Championships, and played on stage with international superstar Andre Rieu.
Piping is a family affair in our home. My eldest daughter (14) is a snare drummer in Colum Cille, and I am teaching my two younger daughters (10 & 8) the bagpipes. At some point in the not-so-distant future Twin Lochs Piping may be able to offer a complete mini band to our clients!
Additional Booking Notes
I bring any equipment needed for my performances with me.
Please keep in mind that pipes can be overpowering in smaller indoor venues. They are a one volume instrument.
Services Offered
Upcoming Booked Events
| August 04, 2019 • 3:00pm - 3:15pm | Birthday Party |
Past Booked Events
| July 13, 2019 • 3:30pm - 4:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| July 12, 2019 • 10:00am - 12:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| July 09, 2019 • 12:00pm - 3:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| July 02, 2019 • 10:00am - 11:00am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| June 24, 2019 • 12:30pm - 1:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| May 29, 2019 • 10:00am - 12:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| May 25, 2019 • 5:30pm - 6:30pm | Birthday Party |
| May 04, 2019 • 1:00pm - 4:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| April 22, 2019 • 12:00pm - 12:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| March 23, 2019 • 12:00pm - 12:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| January 15, 2019 • 1:30pm - 2:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| December 19, 2018 • 9:30am - 11:00am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| July 25, 2018 • 10:00am - 11:00am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| June 16, 2018 • 12:00pm - 12:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
Set List
Partial Tune List:
Farewell to Camraw
Highland Cathedral
The Sleeping Tune
The Dark Isle
Mist Covered Mountains
Flowers of the Forest
Amazing Grace
My Lodging's on the Cold Cold Ground
Struan Robertson's Salute (ground)
Danny Boy
Skye Boat Song
Mull of Kintyre
Mo Ghile Mear
Hector the Hero
The Parting Glass
Going Home
Scots Wha Hae
Sarah's Song
Scotland the Brave
Rowan Tree
Wings
Minstrel Boy
Roddy McCorley
A Nation Once Again
Castle Dangerous
Collins Cattle
Capt. Norman Orr Ewing
Capt. Colin Campbell
Fiona McLeod
The Gael
The Australian Ladies
The Garb if Old Gaul
Molly Connell
The Sound of Sleat
Kalabakan
20 Men from Dublin Town
The Wild Rover
The Barlinnie Highlander
The Green Hills of Tyrol
The Battle's O'er
The Brown Haired Maid
Angus MacKinnon
Setup Requirements
None
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