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Bob Cameron, Piper
- Braintree, MA
- Bagpiper
- Travels up to 0.5 hours
- $200 and up
Overview
Bob Cameron, Piper has been providing music for weddings, funerals, graduations, product promotions and all sorts of events in the Boston/South Shore area for over 35 years playing Scottish, Irish and other traditional tunes as well as original compositions. Bob has a variety of uniforms to suit any occasion. Currently booking events within the greater Boston/South Shore area in Suffolk, Norfolk, Northern Bristol and Plymouth, and Southeastern Middlesex Counties.
84 Reviews
Bob graced my mother's funeral service, falling in behind the cross as everyone filed out of the church, and leading us around the back to the cemetary, playing Scottish tunes until people were gathered. He then respectfully stood off a little ways, coming in with "Amazing Grace" after the final words were spoken. He was aimiable, dignified in traditional Scottish dress, and required no choreography instructions. A real pleasure!
Funeral Music, Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you, Doug. It was an honor to play for your mother’s service.
Having Bob play at our wedding was one of our very favorite parts of the day! He played outside the church before and after the ceremony and everyone raved about what a special and unique touch this was. Not only did he play beautifully, but Bob was a pleasure to work with throughout the entire planning process. He was always very responsive, professional and accommodating. We got married at Boston College so he played the alma matter after the ceremony. He even tailored his outfit to fit our wedding. My husband and I are both Irish and had a black tie wedding, so Bob wore a formal jacket and black tie with an Irish Heritage Tartan Kilt. We are so happy that we had Bob play at our wedding and highly recommend hiring him for your special event as well!
Celtic Music, Irish / Scottish Entertainment, Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you, Chandler! I am very happy to have played for your wedding. I wish you all the best!
Bob was absolutely amazing! He really made my wedding day so special and all the guests raved about him. He even sang some Italian with my dad. Such a wonderful musician and person!
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Claudia, thank you so very much for your review. I am so happy I had the opportunity to play for you and your family ( and sing in Italian, too!) I hope to see you and Brendan again sometime.
Stay safe, stay well, Buon Natale, Buon cappo d’anno!
Bob was amazing, and made our day so special! He played at our wedding, and everyone loved it! Absolute highlight of the day. He got there very early and played for a long time. We loved it!!!
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you, Lindsay! You had an absolutely gorgeous day for your wedding, and quite a variety of music. I am so proud to have been part of it!
Bob Cameron was responsive and easy to coordinate with. He offered many music and outfit options in preparation for our wedding day. With both indoor and regular pipes, he was able to accommodate the requirements of the church, and still bring great energy after the ceremony in the courtyard. Thanks so much Bob!
Bagpiper, Irish / Scottish Entertainment
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you, Emmeline! Best wishes for many happy years together for you and John. It was an honor to be part of your wedding.
I hired Bob to play at a gravesite service He played beautifully and was such a pleasure to work with. He corresponded constantly and answered all my questions and inquiries. I would have him again definitely. Don’t hesitate to hire him!!!
Funeral Music
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you for your kind words. It was an honor to play for you and your family.
Bob was wonderful, keeping in touch and gave us all that we had asked for. I would hire him again any time, and so should anyone else in the area. GigSalad came through big time. As my grandson said, "Great job, Dude, Bravo." Thanks, Bob.
Funeral Music, Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Diane, Thank you! It was an honor to play for your family. I will remember his salutation fondly forever.
Bob was amazing! We highly recommend!
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you, Charlene! It was an honor to play for you and your family.
We hired Bob to walk with us down the street from the church to the reception and he was phenomenal! Everything got moved up an hour last minute and Bob accommodated us. Having him was the most talked about part of our wedding by guests & he was lovely to talk to after our walk. Highly recommended.
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thanks, Tara, It was my pleasure to play for your wedding!
I hired Bob for a surprise visit to my sons workplace for his 40th birthday. Luckily… We pulled it off and Bill was extremely surprised and happy. My daughter-in-law, Lauren, along with a couple of Bill‘s work mates took videos, but unfortunately I had asked For a couple of still frame pictures be taken so that I could upload them, but Bob had to rush off to a wedding. All in all it was a great experience and would hire Bob again!! Thank you, Bob.
Irish / Scottish Entertainment, Bagpiper
Although it was very cold Bob was a Piper extraordinaire. Everybody that came to my mother's memorial service was impressed at how Bob's playing added an extra level of dignity. Then he surprised us with a couple of vocal renditions. Thanks again, Bob, hopefully the next time we meet it will be on a more upbeat occasion.
Irish / Scottish Entertainment, Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thanks, Jim. I hope we’ll be able to do it again sometime (hopefully a little warmer)
Thanks again.
Bob blew us away (bagpipe pun intended)! From the start Bob was extremely professional and provided us with options for music, wardrobe and more. Bob worked with the host on a plan to surprise the guests and then entertain them and it could not have gone any better. Bob was the perfect addition to our St Patricks Day party. He played a variety of Irish, Celtic, and festive songs on the bagpipe as well as other instruments and sang many classics. He also played special songs for the kids and took requests. In addition to music, Bob included a wealth of Irish history and even taught guests how the bagpipes work. We will definitely be booking Bob for our next party! Thank you Bob!
Celtic Music, Irish / Scottish Entertainment, Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thanks, Mike! I enjoyed playing for your guests!
Bob shared his personal history with us and shared his art and talent to make beautiful music for our parent’s Celebration of Life Irish Wake. So professional, personable, passionate and new member of our family 💚❤️ Our folks watched from the best seats! Thank you, Bob-God Bless
Celtic Music, Irish / Scottish Entertainment, Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Dotti, thank you. I am happy to have. been a pet of the celebration and to have been so warmly welcomed!
Stay safe, stay well,
Bob
Bob was great.
Irish / Scottish Entertainment, Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you, Nicki, I am happy you were pleased, and I am happy I was able to be part of your surprise for your Dad.
Have a wonderful Christmas!
Stay safe, stay well,
Bob
He surpassed my expectations…
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you very much, Olga. I would be happy to work with you again sometime.
Sang Danny boy which was great! Very nice and easy mannered prompt and open to suggestion
Funeral Music, Irish / Scottish Entertainment, Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you for your review and for the honor of playing for your family members in their special memorial gathering.
Lovely entertainment and a grand fellow also. We all enjoyed him and his music and his lively voice!!
Bagpiper, Irish / Scottish Entertainment
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you, Nina, It was an honor and a pleasure to be your piper for the big day!
Bob did everything possible to make this a special event for my husband’s birthday. He spent extra time with him and the guests to answer endless questions about the music and bagpipe technique. Recommend highly. Love to have him again!
Celtic Music, Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you, Helen, not only for the review, but more especially for your hospitality and generosity!
Stay safe, stay well,
Bob Cameron, Piper
Bob was absolutely fantastic!!! Highly recommend him. Everyone loved the bagpipes as we excited our church!
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thanks, Nikki, I was happy to play for your wedding on such a beautiful day in such a magnificent location.
Stay safe, stay well!
Bob Cameron was very entertaining and my family had a blast at my dads 90th. He went above and beyond playing for us!!! I would recommend
Bob played at my wedding ceremony and everything was great! He was very responsive in communication and sent along clips of his work. The music was amazing and everyone enjoyed it. I would definitely recommend him!
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you, Kelly! I am glad I was able to play for your wedding.
Best wishes to you and Ryan
Bob played a variety and the attendees to our event loved the music. Bob is a true gentleman and a real professional.
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you, Forrest. I enjoyed playing for your guests. Thank you both for your hospitality as well!
Bob brought a great energy to our evening cultural fair with his vibrant set list of Scottish Bagpipe music. He taught the students about the bagpipe and told us some pretty cool stories about his time in Scotland. Bob is a very kind person, has a great heart, and deeply cares about providing an enriching experience for his audience. If you are able to book Bob, you are extremely lucky to. He will give your audience a very memorable experience! :) He is so talented! Thank you Bob for playing for us for all three of our events last week, we hope to have you back next year!
Irish / Scottish Entertainment, Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thanks, Dan, I really enjoyed playing for your festival, especially talking with your students ( and the adults!).
Thanks for your hospitality, too.
Bob was kind and talented. It was a pleasure to have him celebrate our daughters graduation and upcoming trip to the University of Glasgow. He even shared his experience over there with my daughter. He was able to play music from the Gordon Clan and some Glaswegian tunes as well.
I highly recommend Bob
Bob played the bagpipes for my mom’s Celebration of Life funeral service. There was not a dry eye in the house when he played Amazing Grace. Thank you Bob for contributing to making my mom’s service so special, she really would have loved it.
Funeral Music
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you, Isabella, it was an honor to play for your mother's Celebration of Life. I must say, in over 35 years of playing for weddings, funerals and other events, I had never seen a church as full as for your mother's service. She must have been well loved in the community,
Stay safe, stay well,
Bob
Bob was terrific in every way. From the beginning, his communication and responsiveness was quick and thorough. He is a true professional. We will absolutely book him again in the future without hesitation and we will recommend him to all family and friends who need a Piper for any event. Bob’s music was fantastic. All of our guests loved watching him play at our Saint Patrick’s gathering, and he did a wonderful job of telling us stories to go along with the tunes and shared some interesting history on the origins of bagpiping. Bob was a pleasure to work with and we hope to see him again soon. PS - if you’re a BC alum or will be hosting some BC alums, he can and will play some quintessential
BC songs like “For Boston” and “Hail Alma Mater.”
Bob did a great job welcoming guests to our wedding. He arrived early and played beautifully. He even switched songs as soon as he saw me step out of the limo. He was very responsive to emails and was able to learn a song that I requested. I would highly recommend him.
Irish / Scottish Entertainment
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you, Janet. I was happy to play for you and Dennis for your wedding. I wish you many happy years together!
I had sent a picture of our family Scottish colors to Bob and he was able to match those colors of his wardrobe quite well. The music he played was wonderful at the church and at the cemetary. Everyone that attended thought that it was so nice to have a bagpipe player there to add a special touch to this gathering. Thank you for all the help and getting this done.
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you, Glenn. It was an honor to play for your mother's funeral
Bob was such a joy to work with and is very talented.
Bob communicated every step.
Bob was just awesome! Michelle was so shocked and she loved the grand entrance when we walked in Bob was playing she had no idea what was happening. Thank you again Bob :)
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thanks, Liz,
It was fun to be part of Michelle’s anniversary celebration. I would be happy to work with you again if you ever need a piper.
Mr. Cameron is a man of many talents. His playing of the bagpipes is beautiful and made our event even more special. I would highly recommend Mr. Cameron! 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you, Teresa. It was an honor to play for your family and especially to meet and speak with you and them.
He was excellent, we could not have asked for more in our time of grief
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Sean, thank you. It was an honor to play for your family and friends
Excellent job providing music as our guests entered and exited our daughter’s wedding ceremony at Saint Mary’s Church in Plymouth. Heartwarming rendition of Danny Boy was sung beautifully!
Bob was incredible for our event. Could not recommend him more.
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thanks, Ryan. I enjoyed being part of the event.
Awesome awesome awesome thanks for being at the service for my daughter Pammy
Mr Cameron was amazing. He played the bagpipes beautifully. He helped me think about the order of events and the right kind of music. He even led us all in ‘oh Danny boy’ as he sang the lyrics proudly for us to join in.
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you, Eileen. It was an honor and a pleasure to be part of your family's celebration of your parents' lives.
I hired Bob to perform at my Father's Celebration of Life while folks were gathered at the cemetery. It's a tough place for anyone to perform at, but Bob did an amazing job and everyone gave a round of applause at the end. He was even able to perform taps on his bugle in honor of my father's service in the Army. Would definitely hire him for a future event!
Bob helped so much! He made suggestions regarding which music would work well. He was prompt and very personable! Would recommend Mr. Cameron in the future.
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you, Donna, it was an honor to participate in the event. You were a joy to meet- very easy to work with. I hope we can work together again in future.
All The Best,
Stay safe, stay well!
We did Highland Cathedral and Amazing Grace with pipes and organ - amazing sound - very powerful. Bob was friendly, totally prepared, on time, and totally professional. Highly recommended if you need a piper.
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thanks, Allen, it was a pleasure to work with you, and I hope we will do so again.
Happy Easter.
Bob was fantastic! He came in with a bang, sounded wonderful, was gracious and polite and went above and beyond to accommodate requests and a changing schedule. Would recommend him anytime!! Thanks, Bob!!
Bagpiper
I hired Bob Cameron for my Mom's 85th party. He was amazing! He took requests and did some prep work to learn the songs she loved best. He even played the BC fight song. Having to host an outdoor party, Covid-style, he was simply the best. Thank you!
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thanks for the review, Diane. Your mom’s birthday will long be one of my favorite memories of this strange and challenging year.
We hired Bob to play at a memorial service, He played beautifully and helped to make the day very special. We would definitely hire him again.
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you, Virginia, it was an honor to play for your father's service.
Bob is not only an accomplished piper but also sang a song as it was requested. He showed up early and was fantastic. He actually made a custom facemask so he could still play bagpipe while keeping his mask on! Super nice and a pleasure to have. He made our Scottish Wedding a huge success!
Everything went very well. Bob Cameron was terrific, very professional. He was present when we arrived at the grave site, and played beautifully.
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you, Jane. It was an honor and a pleasure to be your piper.
Stay safe, Stay well,
Bob
Bob, played at the gravesite after my Father's funeral. He was great and added a great respectful tone to the proceeding. We were a little ahead of schedule, but Bob was there ready and playing as we arrived. He helped provide a great send off for my Dad.
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thanks, Chris, for the kind words.
I'm glad I was able to be part of your familiy's memorial service.
The services were outside. He was punctual and very willing to accommodate requests, length of stay. Very compassionate and would highly recommend!
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thanks, Christine, I am glad to have been your piper.
Bob was easy to communicate with. He responded to my messages in a timely manner and even provided me with his personal cell phone number if I needed to reach him. I would absolutely recommend him and I would use him again if I needed a bagpiper for any occasion.
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thanks, Stephen. I’m glad to have been of service. Thanks for the kind words.
He was on time played great songs
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thanks again, Lori. I'm glad I was available and able to play for you, and wasn't it a beautiful day?
Played great and great songs would highly recommend him
Bagpiper
Many thanks to Bob for his wonderful Bagpipe Music at the church ceremony for our daughters wedding. Bob arrived on time and ready to play! The musical selections were perfect and the Irish uniform was great for our event. Bob truly set the tone for what was a special and wonderful celebration. This was a surprise for my daughters husband and he was so curious as he approached the church wondering where the fabulous music was coming from. Imagine his surprise to see Bob outside the church. Bob even accompanied us to the side of the church for family photo's after the ceremony. When it was time for the young children to leave Bob serenaded them as they walked toward the sidewalk. They loved it. If I have one regret it's that we neglected to get a photo of Bob with the Bride and Groom. I would highly recommend Bob Cameron for your event. From start to finish Bob was attentive, timely and available for questions or concerns. It was a pleasure to work with him.
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you Nancy,
It was a pleasure to play for Kristen and Brendan's wedding and very nice to meet you. Thanks for being a 5-star client. I'd be glad to play for you again anytime.
Bob
Bob met my future husband and his wedding party and walked then back to St. Brendan’s Church playing all the way. Bob was dressed impeccably and was punctual to the event. Bob was exceptionally easy to work with in meeting my needs as his performance was a surprise wedding gift to my husband.
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thanks, Sharon! It was a pleasure to play for your wedding.
I hired Bob to play at my mom’s funeral. He was easy to work with and plan the event with. He played beautifully and added the sweetest sound to our goodbye to mom. Highly recommend you hire Bob for any event!
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank You, Irene. It was a honor to play foir your mother's service and a pleasure to work with you.
Bob played our wedding and was a great hit with everyone who attended. He welcomed attendees outside the church with fantastic playing and also performed after the ceremony. He was very professional, prompt, and also a true pro player. I would recommend hiring him for any event!
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thanks, Chris. It was a plaeasure to play for you, Rana and your families.
Wishing you all the best,
Bob Cameron
He did everything he said he would and our crowd loved him!!!! He accomplished everything
that I needed. Bob was a pleasure to work with.
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thanks, Randy, it was a pleasure and an honor to play for your event.
Bob was a great addition to our wedding celebration. He responded to us promptly and was very accommodating. Thank you again for helping us celebrate a special day.
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you very much. I was glad to play for the wedding.
Bob was so awesome!!!! Played for even longer than expected. Would definitely recommend!!
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thanks, Dana, I'm happy you're pleased. It was a pleasure to play for your wedding. We certainly had a beautiful day for it. Best wishes,
Bob Cameron, Piper
This was the SECOND time I booked Bob in a year. He was just as fantastic as before! A Real gentleman & a professional. Not only did he play great pipes, but he started a Sing-A-Long for a few songs too. Wonderful, positive energy & the topping on the cake for our guest of honor. His songs really were the perfect finisher that made the night extra SPECIAL! Everyone at work is still raving about his performance.
Bob was an amazing addition to our wedding. He was on time , in uniform and played beautifully !
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you, Tara. It was a joy and an honor to play for your wedding.
I highly recommend Bob Cameron to play at any type of event. Not only is he professional, he is a good one He was on time, waited for us to get started, was very cooperative and understanding. To top it off, he has a great personality. I would hire him again and again, Thank you Bob .
JM
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you, Josie. It was an honor to play for you, your mom and your guests. I hope you and Althea had a hppy birthday and wish you many more.
Bob arrived on time. Played great. It was perfect for my mom's funeral. A kind and gentle man with a big heart. Communicated very well and quickly. We couldn't have had asked for a better bagpiper. Thank you for making the day a memorable one for all.
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you Doug. It was an honor to play for your mom's funeral.
We all loved having Bob visit for our St. Patty's Day themed lunch!
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thanks, Kim. I thoroughly enjoyed playing for your event, and hope to be able to work with you again in future.
Bob Cameron is the Bagpiper of choice. He was there at time requested to play while guests went into churh and when we came out and at gravesite till people left. He played requested songs, is talented, was very personable giving my mother's funeral an extra special touch
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thanks again, Maureen. I am happy to have played a part in your mom's farewell.
Mr. Cameron was on time, ready to go, played wonderfully and chatted with us after he played and shared stories of his relatives who lived in the same places ours did up in Canada. Truly enjoyable !!
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thanks, Kim! It was my pleasure to meet you and play for your guests.
Bob Cameron was professional and helpful from beginning to end. He has multiple outfits to chose from, for your occasion. His playing skills are unmatched. He was on time and delivered just as we hoped. He added his flair to our daughter's exit from the church. All the attendees enjoyed his music. We highly recommend Bob Cameron for your event. You will not be disappointed.
Thank you Bob, for kicking off the Wedding festivities!
Sincerely,
Debbie & Mike Murphy
We were beyond impressed with the skill and experience Bob brought to our Graduation Ceremony. Our international Business Students and their families loved this performance and we most definitely will be asking him to lead the ceremony again! He was a breeze to work with through the booking process and on site at the event. He is an excellent piper and a super sweet gentleman. Can't recommend him enough!
Bagpiper
Bob was great for our party. I did not have specific request - just upbeat music. A few guest wanted to talk to him about his playing which he happily did between songs! I could not have a had a better experience!
Bob was very easy to work with, has a lot of experience with weddings, and did an excellent job playing the bagpipes for us before, during, and after our daughter's ceremony. His music added significantly to the beauty and happiness of the event, and we were all delighted that he could be a part of it. I am hoping we'll have some other occasion in the future so we can ask him to play for us again!
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank You Meg! It was an honor to play for your daughter's wedding and I'd be delighted to play for you again.
I highly recommend Bob Cameron. We hired Bob to play bagpipes at my daughter’s wedding on June 17, 2017. Bob was easy to work with. He gave us multiple choices of possible pieces to play, and they all work out well. We corresponded through email, and he was always prompt with a clear reply to all questions. He arrived early at the event, and played before and after the wedding ceremony. The pieces he played were wonderful. His presence and music added a great deal to the atmosphere of the wedding. I would hire him again without hesitation. He is a true professional musician.
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thanks, John,
It was a pleasure to work with you and Liz in playing for Jenny's wedding. I'd be happy to play for you anytime I'm available.
Bob played beautifully for my Mother's Celebration of Life.
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank You, John, Lisa and Michael, It was an honor to return to the farm and to be part of a ceremony honoring your mom's life. She was a very special lady.
Bob really was wonderful and on top of that, the Birthday guest of honor requested "DANNY Boy" & Bob had no problem singing it for us, while others sang along. His pipe playing was perfect too. What a delightful performer and very flexible! I will DEFINATELY recommend him to everyone!
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you for the review, and for your hospitality. I'd be happy to play for you and your family again anytime.
Bob has played at our charity event for two years. He is always prompt, professional and willing to help make our event a success. No hesitation giving Bob Camerson stars!
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thanks, Diane. I'll be happy to play for South Shore SNAP anytime.
Bob was awesome!!! Really took on the challenge of a huge venue that was filling up fast during his performance. He had a great attitude, never had any issues while he was there. Grabbed him a water before his performance, he tuned up for no more than 5 minutes, and was great from there! He took two 5 mins breaks and left promptly before our traditional Howl band kicked off!
Thank you again Bob, you were truly awesome!
Bagpiper
Bob, welcomed our guests and was very professional. He was a pleasure to listen too. Our guests enjoyed hearing him as he entered the establishment.
Bagpiper
Bob was a perfect start to our day. He showed up on time and started playing immediately. The guests loved the sound and the music was perfect. I would definitely recommend using him for any occasion.
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thanks, Matt. I'm glad I could play for your wedding. Please think of me any time you need a piper. Regards to Michaela and best wishes to you both.
Bob
Thanks for doing a great job. We enjoyed having you as a special part of our wedding!
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you very much for the review, Tiffanie. I'm glad you were pleased and will be happy to be your piper for any future occasion. With best wishes for you and your family for a most Happy Christmas and much joy in the New Year,
Yours,
Bob Cameron. Piper
Bob was great! Everything went smoothly and he was easy to keep in contact with.
Held a memorial service for our mom and having Bob play was the highlight. He was the most pleasant man and played so beautifully. Everyone was touched by the sweet sounds of the bagpipes. Would highly recommend his services. Thank you Bob
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
Thank you, Donna. I was honored to have been part of the service.
Bob played for my daughter's wedding. It was an outdoor weeding. His presume was amazing and added such sense of expectation to the wedding festivities. He is a consummate musician and I can't recommend him highly enough. Just delightful. Thank you, Bob!
Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
It was an honor and a pleasure to play for Emma and Mike's wedding. Thank you, Dody!
Bob was fantastic. He played at my brother-in-law's funeral service. The weather was a bit tricky and the schedule had to be shifted slightly but throughout Bob was flexible, accommodating, and professional. His obvious talent and stately presence really helped make the service special. Thanks so much, Bob!
Bagpiper
I hired Bob for a wedding and I could not ask for better. Came early and stayed late and everybody loved him. Thank you Bob.
Bagpiper
Bob was extremely professional. He looked like a million bucks, stood in the rain and played beautiful music as guests came in and out of the Church for my Dad's funeral.
Bagpiper
Mr. Cameron contributed true grace and music to the burial ceremony of my parents. He was timely, dignified and loving. This may sound over the top but I was truly thankful for the sharing of his musical talent with our family. A very kind man. Thank you.
Bagpiper, Bagpiper
Response from Bob Cameron, Piper:
I am honored to have been part of your family's very moving and simple ceremony. Thank you.
Bob was there playing as the funeral procession arrived. The funeral also had an honor guard with a taps performance and Bob worked with them to seamlessly incorporate the two memorials together. As we returned to our cars and left the cemetery Bob was there to play use off. Everyone was pleased with performance and the selection of music.
Bagpiper
Booking Info
Price Range: $200 and up
Gig Length: 10 - 150 minutes
Languages: English, French, German, Gaidhlig ( Scots Gaelic,not Fluent)
Unions: AFM
What to Expect
An audience member should expect a professional performance of a variety of tunes on a well-tuned, well-maintained instrument and a professional appearance in appropriate attire, with a variety of outfits and kilts to suit any occasion, from antique to casual to formal or regimental.
A client shoud expect professionalism as well in the performance, and in the planning before hand leading up to the event.
About
The making of a piper:
After several years of professional engagements as a tuba major, playing in all types of ensembles from banjo parlor Dixieland bands to concert bands, brass choirs and symphony orchestras while receiving a degree in Music Education from Lowell State College (now UMassLowell), and teaching music, I began studying the Great Highland Bagpipe under the late Archie Macleod, Pipe Major of The Stuart Highlanders Pipe Band in Lexington, MA. Since the mid 1980s, I have performed as a solo piper for all types of events- weddings, funerals, parties, product unveilings, shop openings, church services among others. Some of my regular repeating clients for over 20 years are Mather and Cabot Houses for Harvard Commencement (more that 20 years) and St. Andrew's Church in Wellesley (about 25 Years), Boston College Agape Latte, Bay State College, Hult International School of Business, The Meadowbrook School and the Hull Firefighters
I play three types of bagpipes: the familiar (and quite loud) Great Highland Bagpipes, which is what most people think of when they hear the word "Bagpipes"; The Lowland Bagpipes (also called Border Pipes), not as loud as the Highland bagpipes, but with a similar tone, and played with a bellows rather than with the piper's breath; and Scottish Smallpipes, a much quieter, mellow sounding s set of bagpipes, also bellows-blown, suitable for smaller rooms or for background sounds in a more intimate setting.
I can provide various types of pipe tunes from a wide suitable to the occasion and in uniforms form very casual to quite formal as you require. As a composer of more that 200 bagpipe tunes, I can even provide music written for the occasion.
Additional Booking Notes
As a solo piper playing acoustic instruments, I can play anywhere without special staging or other technical requirements.
My Highland bagpipes tune at Concert B flat, but with an alternate chanter and modified drone reeds , I've been able to play at Concert A when called on to do so. The Lowland Pipes and smallpipes tune at Concert A.
Services Offered
Set List
My tune list is constantly changing as I learn new tunes, receive requests or compose new tunes for special occasions, but below is a recent sample tune list:
Tune List for weddings: Partial list of current tunes
Airs and Slow Marches:
Shores of Loch Katrine,(S), Dark Island(S), Oft in the Stilly Night(I) The Water is Wide(Br), Buachaill nan Eirne(I), Loch Etive Side(S), Mist-Covered Mountains(S), Cailin Mo Runsa(S), She Moves Through the Fair(I), Farewell to the Maples(o), Eileen a-Run(I,S) Fair Maid Of Mull(S),Hector The Hero(S), The Lark In The Clear Air (I), For Ireland, I'll Not Tell Her Name(I)
Processionals, Hymns, Recessionals:
Rose of Kelvin Grove(S), Highland Cathedral(S), The King Of Love My Shepherd Is/O Breathe On Me , O Breath Of God( ST. COLUMBA)(I), Amazing Grace(S), Sweet Maid of Mull{S,r}, St. Andrews Centennial(O, r) the Gloucester Wedding(O)Suo Gan, The Ash Grove, The Summons (Kelvin Grove), Where Love Is Found /Psalm 42, /As The Deer Longs, /The Water is Wide) (Waly Waly), many other hymns
Waltzes, Slow 6/8’s:
Believe Me If All Those Endearing Young Charms(I), Skye Boat Song(S), Four Green Fields(I), Raglan Rose(I), Rose of Tralee, Teddy O’Neill (I)Mingulay(S),Westering Home,(S), Rhu Vaternish, Northern Lights of Old Aberdeen,(S) Bloomsday Roses(O), Road to the Isles, Loch Tay Boat Song, Mo Dhachaidh[My Home], Acres of Clams/Men Of The West, Glencoe(S), The Bard Of Armagh, Roisin a Cheo.(S,o) others
Gay Gordons/Old Familiar Favorites:
Gay Gordons, Nut Brown Maiden,Scotland the Brave, the Rowan Tree, Mairi’s Wedding, My land, We’re No Awa’ Tae Bide Awa’(S); I’m a Yankee Doodle Dandy, God Bless America, Grand Old Flag,(A) Strathspeys: Orange and Blue, Marquis of Huntley, Rose Amang the Heather, Braes of Mar, Mac an Irish(S); Sister Kitty And the Rose(O) Wild Strawberies(O),
Sea Chanteys: New York Girls, We'll Rant And We'll Roar/ Farewell and Adieu, Ye Fine Spanish Ladies; Away Rio, The Squid Jiggin' Grounds/Sweet Betsy From Pike, Blow Ye Winds in The Morning, Blow Ye Winds Westerly, Shenandoah, Leave Her, Johnny, Leave Her,others,
Reels: , Stop Yer Ticklin’, Jock(S), Clam Chowder for Breakfast(O), Rakes of Mallow(I), Corn Rigs (S), others
Hornpipes:
Boys of Blue Hill (I), My Love, She’s But A Lassie Yet(S), Angus Cameron of Creignish(O), Captain Timothy Driscoll of Cape Clear(O), Salem Hornpipe(O), Broken Time Hornpipe, Boys OF Blue Hill, The Cork Hornpipe others.
Quick Marches:
6/8 Marches :Ariadne’s Wedding(O); Hot Punch, The Steamboat, Triumph Street, Bluebonnets Over The Border, Domhnuill Dubh, P/M Sara Wilson, Kirkwall Bay, Donald MacLeod of Lewis, Sweet Maid of Mull, Cock of The North, Bonnie Dundee, Athol Highlanders(all S); Garry Owen, Brian Boru, St. Patrick’s Day, O'Sullivan's March(all I); Pipers-L (o), Wee Willie Cameron, Brother Bill, Teresa Driscoll, James Angus Cameron(o)many others
2/4 Marches : Lochaber Gathering, Inverness Gathering, Road to the Isles, Duncan Macinnes, Hills o’ Perth, Wings, Flett from Flotta(S); Lunch Hour Walkabout, Father Bill, New Hampshire Gathering, Joseph A. Cameron, Esq.(O);The Minstrel Boy, A Nation Once Again, Let Erin Remember,The Harp That Once Through Tara’s Halls, The Dawning Of the Day,(I);For Boston; The Halifax Tree,(O), many others.
Jigs:
My Wife, Merrily Danced the Quaker’s Wife, The Piper’s Wedding(s), Paddy’s Melodeon(O), The Foxhunters(I), The Top of Cork Road(I), Teresa Driscoll, PADI In The Bay(O), Beannachtai oir an taigh seo, Over the Leacha Mhr, Sebago Lassies, Buddy’s Fiddle, others...
Key: I=Irish, S=Scottish, O= original composition, A= American, r= recessional
This is only a partial list, but if the tune you want played isn’t listed, please ask for it enough in advance to allow me to find it and learn it if I don't already know it.
Influences & Inspiration
I have been very fortunate to have studied and worked with some of the finest pipers, musicians and entertainers in the New England area over my more than 40 years as a professional musician.
Setup Requirements
None.