The Essential Piper
From £290.00
Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extrasTo those in the know, when it comes to occasions requiring a piper of the highest calibre, Colin Whitelaw is the first choice. He has absolutely earned his reputation as The Essential Piper.
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To those in the know, when it comes to occasions requiring a piper of the highest calibre, Colin Whitelaw is the first choice. He has absolutely earned his reputation as The Essential Piper.
Obviously you'd expect Colin to be a virtuoso piper and that's a given. However it's his versatility along with his unmatched skills in speaking and presentation that have made him the most in demand piper in the country.
Although incredibly busy as a wedding piper, Colin is also regularly called upon to perform at a host of other events, including memorial services and funerals, corporate events, festivals, military and Masonic events, in fact any time an exceptional piper in immaculate order is essential.
Colin has an extensive variety of uniforms and kilts in a multitude of different tartans. If you're event requires a particular look or theme, it's likely Colin will be able to accommodate you, if not with the exact tartan then with something complimentary in appearance. He takes enormous pride in and care of his appearance.
Colin is a stickler for punctuality, is friendly and easy to get on with, but solemn and dignified when required. There are no occasions requiring an excellent piper that he doesn't have experience with, but that's not where it ends.
As a gifted speaker, a Burns aficionado and completely comfortable speaking in front of large and learned audiences he simply has no equal. For instance Colin's address to the Haggis is rightly renowned among experts as being the best in the business. This skill means that you can have the full effect at your next Burns supper rather than settling for second best.
Colin is a full time piper. This is his job and why you can relax knowing you're in the hands of a consummate professional. As he is full time, Colin is available at any time and in any location world wide. To check if your date is free make a quick enquiry by filling in the short enquiry form with the details of your event and we'll get right back to you with a tailor made quote.
Reviews (16)
Colin - the essential piper was just the best piper we could imagine. Very communicative in the lead up to our wedding. Made some beautiful suggestions for our ceremony and even called to play a suggestion on his chanter. He was really flexible when the weather threatened to hamper our plans and on top of all that he was a very talented musician. Would definitely recommend!
The Essential Piper, Colin was INCREDIBLE!!! He was on time, looked fantastic and was on top form! Thank you so much again for playing us back up the aisle to my husband’s teams song. Amazing!
Colin was fantastic, big thanks to him and Gaye from Hireaband for sorting out the booking. I'd taken a last-minute decision to add a piper for our wedding on Saturday, just to add some spectacle to the event and that's exactly what he did. He was there to pipe in our guests as they arrived for the ceremony, then piped my bride into the grand ballroom and both of us and our guests back out again for our big group photo on the steps. He was with us right up until he piped us in for our meal, making every entrance and exit that bit more special. Given the kilts, and the traditional Scottish elements of the ceremony, Colin was the perfect addition.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! You made the whole process seamless and easy!
We did something a little bit different and organised for the piper to play on the Sunday morning after our wedding to welcome our guests for breakfast. Our piper was brilliant. He was punctual and professional. He had good communication throughout. Our guests, especially our English relatives couldn’t stop raving about him and he was kind enough to have photos taken also. Would highly recommend. Colin was friendly and approachable and a great musician.
Colin was great from getting all the information before the wedding to when we wanted him to play and what style of songs we would like guests loved arriving to traditional Scottish piper playing, and I loved that he played our music when being announced as Mr & Mrs to one of our favourite Scottish songs, he was also great at even helping my husband and wedding party on fixing there kilts and buttonholes before the ceremony. hire a band was also great at contacting me to give me all the information needed before wedding and had come and go with me when I wasn’t 100% sure on the times when booking would definitely recommend
The Essential Piper was amazing, played to perfection and looked the part. Booking him will be once less worry as everything will go without a hitch . Highly recommended.
Colin - Piper - Superb from start to finish. His experience was obvious from the start & he looked resplendent from Top to Toe. We loved his repertoire & so did the Guests.
Hireaband - Very professional, kept in touch regularly & we had confidence in them. Many thanks & won't hesitate to use you again or recommend to family/friends.
Colin was fabulous. Would highly recommend him.
Great piper and lovely to chat too.
Great performance and our international guests loved him in his full dress.
Our piper was amazing I got goosebumps when I first heard him and everyone said he was incredible. Colin is such a nice man and I would recommend him in the future tell him thanks very much.
Colin was really fantastic. He was very considerate to all our needs and did a wonderful job. We would definitely recommend Colin to anyone looking for a great piper for their special day
We were so pleased with Colin, the piper. He was brilliant and even stepped in and played when planned music in the church failed which was very much appreciated. Would definitely recommend him to friends.
Colin was once again, absolutely amazing. He arrived early as stayed over at the hotel on the night. Guests were very happy and the entire night was a complete success. We would love to have him back again for next year!
Just a note to thank you guys for both Cassien and Colin the essential piper. They were both absolutely brilliant and helped make our special day perfect. Please would you pass my thanks on to both - the guests loved them - they totally nailed it!
Thanks once again for arranging this for us!
Colin was fantastic. Thank you so much for sourcing.
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Alternative Timings May Be Available Upon Request
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Piping at ceremony
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as and when required throughout the day until wedding meal.
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Dressed in full Highland regalia.
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