Keith Wellings

Keith is an accomplished Highland piper who has been featured in the highly prestigious “Piping Times” magazine 7 times (including 3 front covers). Keith is a former British diplomat who has performed at countless Embassy functions internationally. He plays at festivals, theatres, balls, weddings, funerals, corporate events, dinners, Burns Suppers and St Andrews Nights. Keith was honoured with the Highly Commended award in the "Piper of the Year" category at this year's Scottish Wedding Awards in Glasgow. He took second place in this prestigious award in 2025. He was awarded a Certificate of Grateful Recognition for piping at the Platinum Jubilee of Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Keith has also piped an international football team on their way to a World Cup and been chosen as the Official piper for the Flying Scotsman at Severn Valley Railway. He appears in the Netflix eature film, "The Reverend and Mrs Simpson". His appearance in the Sidemen video "Throw a Dart and Go Where It Lands" has reached over 15 million views. He has 2 critically acclaimed Bagpipe albums, “Facing North” and “Burning Sands” available on iTunes, Amazon and Spotify. Keith tours Scotland regularly and can frequently be seen piping at prestigious National Trust for Scotland and Historic Scotland sites as well as at English Heritage and CADW venues. His National press coverage includes BBC television appearances and radio interviews, the “Scottish Field” magazine and many local newspaper articles. His diplomatic background and expert knowledge of protocol and etiquette combined with his musical ability, make Keith the ideal choice to enhance your special event.