Bagpiper George British Champion Bagpiper and 2021 Rugby 6 Nations piper

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1 hour£180
2 hours£240
3 hours£300
4 hours+£350

About / Biography

With many years experience, George has played at many events such as the RBS Six Nations National Anthem for Scotland at Twickenham, Thursford Christmas Spectacular, Basel Tattoo and HRH The Queens 90th birthday. George has recently filmed for the 'The Kingsman 3' and 'Hero Panti 2'. George has featured on the BBC, ITV, Swiss TV, Sky, Columbian TV, Disney, Australian TV and German TV. He has performed at many weddings, funerals, Burns night events and New Years Eve events and has performed all around Europe touring with different bands alongside winning the British pipe band championships.

The Countries George has travelled to perform:

  • Australia
  • Ghana
  • Spain
  • France
  • Germany
  • Belguim
  • Switzerland
  • Norway
  • Denmark
  • Sweden

From an early age George learnt the Bagpipes through the Air Cadets and has gone on to represent the Metropolitan Police and the Royal Air Force in functions all around the world, playing at iconic venues such as; Edinburgh Castle, Windsor Castle, Wembley Stadium, Earls Court, Olympia, The Royal Albert Hall, Menin Gate, Normandy beaches, Claridges, Les Ambassadeurs, Savoy, Waldorf, Mansion House, Buckingham Palace, Sandingham, Annabel's, Goodwood House and the Arts Club, Mayfair. With both high level of Military and Competition experience George will be sure to add something special to your event.

If you have any questions about your engagement please feel free to contact George and he will do his best to help.



Reviews (17)

There are currently 17 user ratings for Bagpiper George

AVERAGE RATING

10 / 101

Location

Based in North London

Will travel up to 500 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 500 miles)
pink circle = free travel (up to 50 miles)
Please note that the circles shown on the map are calculated "as the crow flies". By road distances may vary, so please get in touch for an accurate quote.

Scotland The Brave

Flowers of The Forest

Flower of Scotland

Amazing Graze

Highland Cathedral

The Dark Aisle

The Atholl Highlanders

Auld Lang Syne

La Baum

The little Drummer Boy

Fairytale of New York

Mrs Lily Christie

Rocking All Over The World

Gabriels Oboe

Dances with Wolves

A Mans A Man

God Save the Queen

Hector The Hero

The Great Escape

Plus many more great classics!

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

George requires 1.5m x 1.5m of space for his performance.


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

No speakers needed, the pipes are loud enough without a mic :D


What information do you require about a venue?

A postcode and address would be amazing :D


Can you provide a Spotify/DJ service before and between your sets?

Im good at piping, don't think my DJ skills will be as good haha!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best gig you've ever done and the best venue you've ever played at?

I have performed for the Scottish National Anthem at Twickenham in 2021. It was an incredible experience to able to perform to a televised audience of 8.7 million.


Which artists have you been most influenced by, who is your favourite artist and what is the greatest song of all time?

I would say Gordon Duncan: He brought the pipes into the 21st century with how they can played but also performed with other instruments.


What's your previous experience and how did you start gigging?

My first gig was at the age of 13 for a Burns Night event at a local pub of mine. I also gained my experience through the Met Police and Royal Air Force playing at functions throughout the world. Since I started I've performed at over a thousand Weddings, Funerals, Shows, parties and events.


What's your favourite type of event to play at?

I don't really have a favourite type of event, every event is special in its own way and any chance to be able to perform on the pipes I enjoy.


Do You wear full Highland Dress?

I wear regular Highland Day dress which includes kilt, sporran, waistcoat and Jacket. I also offer full Highland Number 1 dress which includes kilt, horse hair sporran, tunic and plaid for a supplement of £50.

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

A typical tune up time would take roughly between 5-15 mins. This ensures the is the correct moisture and humidity in the reed in order to keep a stable pitch. (We do not want any squealing cats.. haha!)


Are you happy to perform outside?

I am happy to play outside


Do the clients have a say in what you play or is it a set repertoire list only?

I always try to get my clients to choose their songs but also happy to assist if they would need a helping hand.


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

Previous customers have described my performances from touching and emotional to upbeat and Amazing.

Recent Clients

Bagpiper George has performed for these clients:

ITV

Bollywood

BBC

Eastenders

Disney

Browns

Middlesex University

Boxark

EE

RBS Six Nations

Davidoff

MyName5Doddie Foundation

Multiple high profile celebrities

Venues

Bagpiper George has performed at these venues:

Buckingham Palace

Windsor Castle

Edinburgh Castle

Sandringham

Wembley

Twickenham

Royal Albert Hall

Savoy

Arts Club Mayfair

Claridges

Horseguards

Boxpark

The Grove

Elswood Studios

Denmark Studios

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