Bagpiper

Brad Arthur

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About Brad

Top quality, traditional bagpiper with a friendly and professional energy. Perfect for adding the unique element of the pipes to your event
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Bagpiper
Aberdeen

Brad is a skillful, energetic musician who has been playing the bagpipes from a very young age. Originally he was a Premier Highland Dancer competing at national level and took to the pipes through love of the Scottish tradition. He has played the piano since the age of 4 attaining distinction at grade 8 and used his musical knowledge and capability to become an accomplished solo piper. He attended The College of Piping in Glasgow to develop his musicianship and repertoire. He can play a wide range of traditional songs both well known and more unique at your request. He will happily and quickly learn any song suitable for the bagpipes that you would like, modern or traditional. He has had the honor of performing on National television and for National Pop Star Emeli Sande. Alongside this he has played a multitude of weddings both traditional and themed all across Scotland. He will also play for family funerals, large corporate events, burns nights as well as any other family celebrations such as birthdays and anniversaries. Brad has two tartans , Menzies of Monteith and The National Pride (A unique line from McCalls) and can attend in formal ceremonial dress suitable to your preference. Brad is a member of the Musicians Union, having up to £10 million public liability insurance cover.

Musicianship
Genres:
Traditional Scottish folk
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Event types:
Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Burns night, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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Other skills:
Actor, Dancer, Audio engineer, Songwriter, Producer, Lyricist, Composer, Arranger, Live looping
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Brad's Song list

Marches
- Green Hills
- Battle's O'er
- Scotland The Brave
- Rowan Tree
- A Man's A Man
- Mhari's Wedding
- Highland Laddie
- Blue Bonnets
- Cock of the North
- Atholl Highlanders
- Blackbear
Slow:
- Amazing Grace
- Highland Cathedral
- Flower of Scotland
- Dark Island
- The Skye Boat Song
- The Sleeping Tune
- Auld Lang Syne
- Rowan Tree
Jigs:
- Glasgow Police Pipers
- The Banjo Breakdown
- Rory Gallagher
Hornpipes
- Itchy Fingers
Reels:
- The High Road to Linton
Customer questions

What if my timings change after I've booked you?

I always try my best to be flexible to help ensure your event runs as smoothly as possible. If timings change slightly in the run up to the event just let me know

How much time do you need to set up?

I usually arrive at least 20 minutes before I'm due to play so that I can set myself up, full dress in order and pipes in tune ready to play.

Can I pick the pieces you play from the set list?

I'm happy to discuss what is played for your event and work out what is best for you and your event.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Absolutely, I bring everything that I will need to perform for you

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

If a song isn't included in my song list there may still be a chance I already know it. If there is a special song you'd like me to learn I am happy to do this for you. There is a fee of £30 for this service to take into account rehearsal time

Brad's Prices

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

Standard Prices
Performance durationPrice
Short performance (up to 15 min)£187
Up to 1 hour£195
Up to 2 hours£275
Up to 3 hours£300