About Rory

I have been playing bagpipes in pipe bands and folk bands all my life, gathering a large amount of experience and an extensive repertoire.

Bagpiper

Galashiels

I have spent many years playing in Pipe bands but also with folk bands such as Deaf Shepherd and Old Blind Dogs with whom I have recorded and performed around the world. I have also recorded several solo projects. Much of my performing and recording has involved self-penned original material but I also rely on an extensive repertoire of traditional tunes. I am now passing on some of my experience to my sons who may join me on engagements.

Rory's Reviews

One of Scotland’s finest pipers and tunesmiths.

...brilliant on the border pipes and low whistle.

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7th Anniversary

This act has been working with Encore for over 7 years

Musicianship

Genres:

Folk, Scottish music, Traditional Scottish folk

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Instruments:

Bagpipes, Tin Whistle

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Event types:

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

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Other skills:

Composer, Songwriter, Instrumental teaching, Music therapy

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