
Andrew Brian, Highland Wedding Bagpiper
Services From Andrew Brian, Highland Wedding Bagpiper in Liverpool

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I have over 30 years experience and have played at many high profile events. I am a former military piper and served with the World Famous Black Watch regiment. Whilst I was in the military I qualified as a class one piper which then enables military pipers to be recommended for the prestigious Pipe Majors course. As a class one piper, I was often required to perform as a soloist at important functions for various VIPs and senior officers.
I have been involved in events that have been broadcast to millions world wide such as, The Edinburgh Military tattoo and the Hand over of Hong Kong ceremony. Other events I have performed at include the Basel Tattoo in Switzerland, the Berlin tattoo, the Malta tattoo, musical tours to North America and New Zealand. I have also performed for Scottish societies in Scotland, England, Hong Kong, Canada and Kenya. Amongst these performances, I have had the privilege to play for Royalty and heads of state.
Over the years I have performed for many families at their celebrations such as weddings and funerals and other family gatherings. Each gathering requires different approaches and my extensive experience over the years helps me tailor each performance to suit the families needs.
I have a range of tartans available in a selection of different uniform options which can be discussed at the booking stage. Combining my uniform options with my extensive experience and standard of playing enables me to deliver a service to families that I believe is compatible with a families wishes and expectations at such an important time in their lives.
Please feel free to get in touch or browse my profile for more information about my services.
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Philippa Atkin
• Oct. 6, 2022Andrew was friendly, accommodating and made good suggestions to enhance our event. His playing was perfect and he was a big hit with everyone who attended our event. We would have no hesitation in recommending Andrew.
Amy Mccormick
• Oct. 1, 2022Andrew was brilliant! I was recommended him from another piper we’d booked in 2019 & im so pleased we him & wish we’d of found him initially. Very professional & friendly, great communication skills. All our guests loved to see a piper presentX it really make our day extra special.
A big thank you once again Andrew!
Leanne Jones
• July 30, 2022Andrew was brilliant. All the guests loved him and were really impressed. We had great communication between Pop up heroes and Andrew on the build up to the big day. Andrew discussed music options prior with the bride and groom and gave us a choice of kilts. Very pleased with the service. Would definitely recommend.
Philip Fergusson
• June 10, 2022We can’t thank Andrew enough . Good communication through out and he was fantastic . If you need a piper please use Andrew . I know if we need a piper in the future our first port of call will be Andrew . Thanks again Andrew .
Iris Otton
• June 5, 2022
We were all very happy it was a fantastic afternoon apart from the weather but we coped thank you
Gérard maddox
• May 19, 2022Andrew was fantastic from our first phone conversation he basically arranged everything,all we had to do is pick the songs and what colour tartan.
The day after my dads funeral my mum was receiving lots of phone calls to say how sad and wonderful the day was,and Andrew got a big mention in most of them conversations.


FAQs
How long do you play for?
Most requirements for a piper are for short performances during certain parts of the events. Due to the volume of the instrument, I wouldn't typically play for anymore than 10 minutes at a time.
Do you have your own PA and lighting?
PA and lighting isn't required for my act
Do you have Public Liability Insurance and PAT tested equipment?
I am fully insured
How much space do you require?
Just a room to get changed in at most. Not always required and dependant on the job type
My favourite tune is not on your list. Will you be able to play it?
Given enough notice and if it is a piece that can be played properly on the pipes, then yes.
Set List/Services
I play most traditional and popular bagpipe music. I am available to hire for Weddings, parties, Funerals and most other types of functions.
The following is a selection of my repertior, I do have other tunes that may be unfamiliar to non piping people. If you don't see your
favourite, please get in touch, I do have an extensive library and can usually source and learn most bagpipe tunes.
Amazing Grace
Highland Cathedral
Slow airs/songs
Caledonia
Cock of the North
Danny boy
Going Home
Happy Birthday
Hector the Hero
Maries Wedding
Mull of Kintyre
My Home
Scottish soldier
The Cradle song
The Dark Isle
The Flower of Scotland
The Leaving of Liverpool
The Mingualy boat song
The Mist covered mountains
The Sky boat song
These are my mountains
We're no awa tae bide awa
Laments
Flowers of the Forrest
Sleep Dearie Sleep
Hymns
Abide with me
Oft the Stilly Night
Marches
Bonnie Dundee
Donald MacLean of Lewis
Farewell to the Creeks
Highland laddie
Jeannie Mauchline
King George the V's Army
Liberton pipe band
Lord Lovat's lament
Murdo's Wedding
Scotland the Brave
The 25th KOSB's farewell to Meerut
The Atholl Highlanders
The Barren Rocks of Aden
The Bathgate Highland games
The Battle of the Somme
The Battle of Waterloo
The Black bear
The Bonnie Lass of Fyvie
The Crags of tumble down mountain
The Green Hills of Tyrol
The Heights of Dargai
The Road to the Isles
The Rose of Allendale
The Roses of Prince Charlie
The Rowan Tree
The Steam boat
When the Battle's O'er
Ye jacobites by name
Burns
Auld Lang Syne
A Man's a man for a that
My Love she's but a Lassie yet
Corn rigs are bonnie
Ye Banks and Braes
Will ye no come back again
Ae fond Kiss