Bagpiper Michael Gibbs/Heathen Highlanders
- Salt Lake City, UT
- Bagpiper
- 13 Verified Bookings
Blaine W. T. said “It was so touching to have a Scottish farewell for Uncle Bob. Everyone loved it thanks so much”
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Chris Frazier is a professional piper providing an array of services to help add a special touch to any event. Chris has performed for weddings, funerals, memorials, various types of parties, university convocations, golf tournaments, corporate functions and a few others. Chris will perform dressed in traditional highland attire.
As an added bonus, Chris is also able to provide a highland dancer, his daughter, to perform a number of dances including the Sword dance, the Seann Truibhus, the Flora, the Highland Fling, and the Irish Jig.
Chris played and his daughter danced for my mom’s 85th birthday celebration. They were talented and entertaining, and my guests loved it! The music, clothing, and dances were very Scottish and fitting. Despite an epic 2’ snowstorm, they came. Highly recommend!
Response from Bagpipes & Highland Dance:
Thanks again for having us! We really enjoyed your family and their love of Scottish heritage!
Chris is a true professional. He played at my husband's graveside service and burial at the Air Force Academy and was simply awesome. He arrived on time and it was a cold and windy October day so we moved the service into the Pavillion and then all processed to the gravesite for the lowering of the urn. Chris played as we all processed even though that wasn't our agreement. Then he played while the urn was being lowered and as our guests left the site. Many of our guests commented on how beautiful he played. Thank you, Chris, from the bottom of our hearts for sharing your talent with us!
Response from Bagpipes & Highland Dance:
Cathy,
Thank you so much for a wonderful review! It was my honor to be a part of your husband's service. I'm glad I could help make that day for your family a little bit better.
All the best,
Chris
Chris and his daughter gave a great performance. We are the grandparents that set up the performance from another state online. Thank you so much, so many great comments. Don't hesitate to book Chris for a great party performance. "It made the day" from our family.
Thank you again,
Toni Morrow
Response from Bagpipes & Highland Dance:
Thank you so much Toni for such a great review! We super enjoyed spending time with your family!
All the best
Chris
Chris as bagpiper alongside his daughter who performed highland dancing, was an absolute delight for my wife 's going away party. Their professionalism, talent, and traditional Scottish attire wowed the guests at the party. It was fun getting to know them, even for a short while. I would recommend them to anyone who is seeking an authentic highland experience.
Chris was fantastic. Very personable and professional. Would recommend him for any event!
Chris was hired to play his bagpipes for my grandmother's memorial service. He was a pleasure to work with from the start. He communicated quickly, was an extreme help in choosing the music and stayed in touch throughout. He arrived early, dressed immaculately and truly played beautifully. It really was a special addition to a heartbreaking day. We received many compliments about his music and how him playing was wonderful. If you're considering hiring him to play, I wouldn't think twice. It wouldn't have been as special of a service without him.
I am the volunteer coordinator at Colorado Palliative & Hospice Care here in Denver, Colorado. My career background is in marketing and event production in arenas and stadiums. This experience breeds desire to host exceptional events for our hospice patients. We were hosting a Veterans Day special event for the residents of the Golden Pond Retirement Community and Memory Care. We had twenty-one (21) Veterans residing in this community. I wanted to make Veterans Day 2023 special and somehow the idea came to me that a bagpiper would be a tremendous asset to the memory of this event. We had him walk down a beautiful staircase into the room where the Veterans and their families were seated. I am writing to report that Christopher Frazier, our bagpiper who I found and hired through Gig Salad, was an extraordinary gift to us. Not only did he play Amazing Grace in a style that brought tears to many eyes, Christopher also helped present the commemorative plaques and walked over to each Veteran, handed each Veteran their plaque and shook their hand. He also performed a couple of songs in the Memory Care Unit that houses residents with some form of dementia. It was absolutely joyous to see their reaction to his music. I wholeheartedly and without any reservation, strongly recommend Christopher Frazier as a skilled professional who will undoubtedly raise the bar on entertainment for your next family, colleagues, and corporate events.
Price Range: $150 and up
Short History
I have been playing bagpipes off and on for about 15 years. Prior to joining the military in 2011, I played with Las Vegas Pipes and Drums. Playing the pipes took a back seat for a few years until I joined Cross Creek Pipes and Drums in 2015 while I was stationed in North Carolina. For the last couple years, I have been stationed in Colorado Springs and currently play with Pikes Peak Highlanders Pipes and Drums.
Testimonial from past performance
"Chris, and his daughter were such a wonderful surprise for our mother's Christmas and 80th birthday surprise. Dressed in full regalia, they played and danced and entertained the whole neighborhood with their songs and talent. Brightened everyone's holiday in this challenging time. So kind and thoughtful. Chris knew it was a surprise and really went all out to play Christmas carols, traditional songs, and "Happy Birthday." Highly recommend to any in the area."
November 08, 2024 • 6:00pm - 6:15pm | Dinner Party |
October 25, 2024 • 11:30am - 11:45am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
October 19, 2024 • 6:30pm - 7:00pm | Surprise |
February 17, 2024 • 1:30pm - 2:30pm | Birthday Party |
December 07, 2023 • 11:30am - 11:45am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
November 10, 2023 • 3:00pm - 3:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
Blaine W. T. said “It was so touching to have a Scottish farewell for Uncle Bob. Everyone loved it thanks so much”
Karen M. said “Michael played beautifully for our service! He did a great job. Thank you so much Michael! The Montgomery Family”
Conner G. said “Joe was very easy to communicate with. If we had any questions he answered them. If we just needed to check in to make sure everything was good and planned…”
Desiree A. W. said “I had Jon play at our wedding and he was wonderful the entire rime with guests being playful. The bagpipes were beautiful and he knew exactly how to tone…”