Hire Jack - Piping Events | Bagpiper in Edinburgh

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From£187.50

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About Jack

Full time professional piper based in central Scotland. Available to play at any occasion across the whole country.

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Bagpiper

Edinburgh

Jack Lang - Piping Events is an accomplished bagpiper with over 15 years of experience performing with both civilian and military bands. Known for his skill and dedication, Jack has played at a wide range of high-profile events, including official & royal ceremonies, military tattoos, state banquets and private functions across the world. His background includes experience with army pipe bands, showcasing his precision and discipline. In civilian settings, Jack has played at variety of events including pipe band competitions & captivated audiences at cultural events and formal occasions as well as competing on the solo circuit. With a deep passion for traditional Scottish music, Jack is recognised for his ability to blend tradition with modern flair, making him a sought-after bagpiper.

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Jack's Reviews

5 out of 5

Jack played the pipes at my cousins wedding, with short notice and was brilliant. Arrived on time and played the songs we requested. Couldn’t have asked for a better piper!

5 out of 5

Great Service from Jack. Thank you so much!

Jack's Song list

*Most popular I play*

Scotland The Brave

Rowan Tree

Black Bear

Highland Cathedral

Amazing Grace

Auld Lang Syne

Dark Isle

Caladonia

Lochanside

Green Hills of Tyrol

Clumsy Lover

Brown Haired Maiden

Crags of Tumbledown

Battles O’er

Battle of the Somme

Leaving Port Askaig

John Paterson’s Mare

Kings of Cardenden

Skye Boat Song

Atholl Highlanders

Glendaruel Highlanders

Highland Laddie

Wild Mountain Thyme

Bonnie Dundee

Killiecrankie

Paddy’s Leather Breeches

Flowers o the Forest

Itchy Fingers

Glasgow City Police Pipers

Rejected Suitor

Lucy Cassidy

Mason’s Apron

Dancing Feet

The Dust Gatherer

Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

Lexi Mccaskill

Flett From Flota

(Lots Lots more bagpipe Tunes)

I will most likely be able to play all requests

Jack's Prices

Last updated: 2024

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Performance duration	Price
Short performance (up to 15 min)	£100
Up to 1 hour	£187.50
Up to 2 hours	£250
Up to 3 hours	£312.50

Customer questions

What is the most high profile gig you've performed?

I have had the honour of playing at State Banquets for HM the king in Buckingham Palace and Windsor, as well as performing at the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo and several other Tattoos across the globe.

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

I am very flexible so time changes shouldn’t be a problem as long as you have notified me.

Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?

How much time do you need to set up?

15-20 minutes usually.

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

Yes, you can request certain pieces of music and I shall make sure I play them.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

Depending if it can be played on the bagpipes, with enough time and notice it shouldn’t be a problem.

Musicianship

Genres:

Scottish music, Military, Classical, Marching, Light music, Originals, World music

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Instruments:

Bagpipes

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Event types:

Wedding, Virtual event, Funeral / Memorial service, Wedding proposal, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Charity event, Corporate event, Concert, Burns night, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve, Theatre / Show

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Other skills:

Instrumental teaching, Theory teaching

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