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Welcome to The Tailored Piper, where the timeless beauty of bagpipes meets your unique love story. As a passionate wedding bagpiper, I specialize in crafting unforgettable moments tailored just for you. Whether you dream of classic, traditional tunes or the sweet notes of modern melodies, my repertoire knows no bounds. With a love for travel and a heart full of music, I'm here to make your wedding day truly exceptional. Let's turn your wedding into a symphony of love and memories that will echo for a lifetime. Discover the magic of The Tailored Piper today!

Experience the timeless allure of bagpipes at your wedding with James Douglas, your premier wedding bagpiper based in Dundee. With a deep passion for crafting unforgettable moments through soul-stirring bagpipe melodies, he specializes in creating unique and personalized experiences for your special day.

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Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Ceremony music
Entertainment

What is included in the wedding package?

I can play for one, some, all, and more of: - As your guests arrive at the venue - Down the aisle - During the register signing - Back up the aisle - Drinks reception - To the top table

How far in advance should I contact you?

You can get in touch whenever you like! The day before, or two years before. To ensure you secure your date, get in touch as soon as possible and we can plan later when we have the timings of your day

What style of music do you offer?

Other (Traditional and modern bagpipe music)

Type of musical group:

Solo
Soloist

Size of group:

Soloist

Repertoire:

Unlimited traditional bagpipe tunes and many modern tunes such as mamma mia, lord of the rings, and star wars just to name a few

Is it possible to request something that's not in the repertoire?

Of course! I can play any traditional bagpipe tune and many modern tunes. All you need to do is ask in advance

What's your experience?

I have been a proffessional bagpiper for 5 years, lending my musical ability to many other events and competitions such as the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo both in Scotland and Abroad

Do you have your own equipment?

Yes

Do you need specific materials or conditions to offer your service?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, the whole of Scotland and beyond!

Is there a charge for travelling?

Yes, for events beyond central Scotland, there may be extra costs for travel. If you are unsure, please do get in touch!

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals?

Alone

What is the length of time of the act?

Completely customized! I can play for 10 minutes or for your whole wedding

How much time do you need to prepare for an act?

I will arrive an hour before I am meant to start playing to maintain my reliability however, I do not need any time set aside by you to prepare as I can prepare anywhere which only takes two minutes

Do you do open-air acts?

Yes

Do you charge per hour or per event?

Per hour

If needed, would you be able to work extra hours?

Yes

How do you charge extra time?

£60 for every hour after the first

What are the forms of payment?

Bank transfer or payment through Hitched
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Do you have any questions?

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