Bagpipes for your wedding day
The sound of the pipes adds something unforgettable to a wedding, equal parts tradition, emotion, and celebration. Whether you’re honoring Celtic roots or simply want music that gives your ceremony a sense of presence and meaning, bagpipes make the moment feel larger than life.
I’ve played for intimate backyard weddings, formal cathedral processions, and everything in between. The music can be as lively or as solemn as you’d like—marches, jigs, reels, slow airs—and I’ll work with you to find the right tone for your day. You can have piping for just one moment (like the processional), or throughout the ceremony, cocktail hour, or reception.
Every performance is tailored to your preferences, your venue, and the feeling you want to create. My goal is always the same: to help your wedding feel truly special, and to do so with clarity, care, and sound that carries.
“Duncan helped our vision come to life seamlessly as we took our first steps as husband and wife in Vermont in September 2024. We knew that we wanted to surprise our guests with a bagpipe escort following the ceremony to transition to cocktail hour in a unique way. We wanted the timing to be perfect — and it was! The walk led by Duncan still is one of our most favorite parts of the day. He played for nearly 3/4 mile, led our large 200 guest parade to the reception area and continued to play until all guests were present. His music selection was stellar and his effort to travel to VT was appreciated. We are forever grateful. Book him for your next event!”
— ERIN T.
via GigSalad
Popular bagpipe tunes for wedding ceremonies
Here are some traditional and well-loved tunes often requested at weddings. Each has its own feel—some stately, some joyful, some reflective. I'm happy to help you choose the right mix for your ceremony or celebration.
Highland Wedding
Mairi's Wedding
Highland Cathedral
The Bride's Jig
Caledonia
Ronda Blair
Wedding bagpiper serving venues across New England
I perform at weddings of all kinds, from church ceremonies to barn receptions, mountaintop vows to historic inns. I'm based in Western Massachusetts and travel throughout Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island, as well as parts of Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, and New York. I regularly serve venues within 120 miles of Whately, and I’m always happy to confirm whether your location is a fit.
Here are just a few wedding venues where I’ve had the honor of playing:
Gedney Farm, New Marlborough, MA
Echo Lake Inn, Ludlow, VT
Old Chapel at University of Massachusetts, Amherst MA
St. Botolph’s Club, Boston, MA
St. Mary’s Church, Waltham, MA
Our Lady’s Church, Newton, MA
Grafton Inn, Grafton, VT
Lareau Farm, Waitsfield, VT
Old Sturbridge Village, Sturbridge, MA
Grey Shingles Camps, Wolfeboro, NH
Our Lady of Grace, Bristol, NH
“Duncan, you were terrific! Everyone in the audience raved about you playing the pipes! They sounded fantastic and I witnessed a few tears from those in the audience who love the pipes as much as me!”
— DARLENE