Keith Andrew - Highland Piper

Having served in the Royal Air Force for 14 years, I left the Military before beginning to learn to play the Bagpipes in 1993, with a 7-year abstinence due to a serious shoulder injury. I have played with a number of Bands and at various Military Tattoos and events around Europe and Scandinavia. I am Pipe Major to the Phoenix Pipes & Drums in Norfolk (UK) and Bandmaster to the Southern Highlanders Pipes & Drums which is an International Pipe Band. As well as the International events, one of our regular commitments is to play for the War Widows Association at the Cenotaph every Remembrance Weekend (Saturday) I am also the official Piper to the Canadian Embassy in London. Although based in East Anglia, I am often requested to play in all four corners of the UK, as well as abroad. Whatever the occasion, I am experienced in playing at many varied events and will discuss with you in detail to ensure my involvement in your event runs exactly how you would want it to. I have an extensive repertoire. Weddings Weddings are also an incredibly special moment where it is an absolute privilege for me to be a part. I am always pleased to discuss options with you with regard to playing and to the ceremonial effect that can be achieved on such a special day, with different tartans and doublets that could colour co-ordinate and further compliment any bride and groom. I am experienced in many styles of wedding, traditional, multi-cultural, 'pink' Military and later in life. I am therefore able to give helpful guidance without obligation, even before you book. Corporate events/Festive Boards Again, my experience in these areas is vast and can offer original ideas and approaches to corporate events, giving your business or organisation that 'edge' just when you need it. My Festive Board performances would please anyone's “Mother”! Funerals I take all of my piping commitments seriously, and none more so than when I am asked to play at a funeral. I have played for many different faiths, belief and cultures, and Military funerals. I feel that with only one opportunity to say goodbye to a loved one in this way, it is important for me to make sure that the final farewell to your loved one goes exactly how you want it. I believe it to be an honour when asked to play at such a special occasion and will commit as much time as is necessary for the planning, preparation, and other arrangements for my part in a funeral. Many clients have never organised a funeral before and are understandably under much emotional pressure whilst making the arrangements. I shall always spend as much time as you wish to discuss your plans, making suggestions if required and answering any questions you may have, just to make sure everything goes as you would wish on the day. I can help you with suggestions as to what tunes can be played, at what stage of the funeral and the significance of certain tunes. TV/Film work I am experienced on set and have worked with both TV and films and as well as a single Piper can provide a complete Massed Pipe Band should the need require. Most recently, I have appeared in 2 Bollywood productions, one being a multi-million-pound blockbuster “Housefull 4” released to screen in October 2019. With 'Royal Stewart,' 'Black Watch', 'Hebburn' and now 'Royal Air Force' tartans, Irish Saffron and various styles of Doublets, where appropriate, I can co-ordinate to the colour theme of your event. For less formal affairs, I can wear 'daywear' which comprises the kilt, worn with a 'Prince Charlie' Jacket and accessories. I have played twice for her Majesty the Queen in London, Prince Laurent in Belgium and various TV and film work including the Bollywood Blockbuster “Housefull 4”. However you can be assured that I will play for you with the same dedication, commitment and professionalism that I have for every previous performance.