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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Colorado is the nation’s highlands: imagine castles, bagpipes, kilts, “Scotland The Brave” and “Oh, Danny Boy”. Is this your heritage? No other instrument pays tribute to it, or adds to the excitement and pageantry of a wedding, party or special event like the Great Highland Bagpipes.
Based in Denver, but serving Colorado’s Front Range and neighboring Western States, Randy Arent will help you plan the musical selections for your special occasion. By incorporating the power and grandeur of the Great Highland Bagpipes your event will be one that is as unique and distinctive as you deserve it to be.
Randy was really lovely. He arrived early, was prepared and delivered a great performance, including facts about bagpiping.
From scheduling to the event of my father's funeral gig salad did a wonderful job and our bagpiper Randy knew exactly what to do. I highly recommend gig salad and Randy. Thank you
Randy was great. Very responsive prior to and during the event. Showed up early and was great entertainment for our party.
Randy was wonderful. His pipes sounded fabulous across the water at our lakeside, micro wedding. His personality fit right in with our people.
Randy was a big hit. We surprised my mom on mother's day. She is still talking about the wonderful gift of a bagpiper. Randy was on time and very accommodating. He gave us history lessons on the songs as well as the bagpipes. We will be using Randy again.
Randy was wonderful to work with. He did a wonderful job playing all the right Irish music. He also provided great guidance on when to play during the service and what songs. This was extremely helpful as we had never hosted a Celebration of life before. Would definitely recommend Randy!
Very agreeable to play specific songs!
Could not have dreamed of a better performance! Randy played a lot guests arrived. Then he marched up the main isle playing "Amazing Grace". But he really blew us away when we were were leaving to go downstairs to the reception he played "The Outlander" theme song!! That was Mom's favorite show, not a dry eye to be found. I can't thank you enough Randy you were more than I could have hoped for!!!!
Vicki
Randall was easy to work with and he took the time to go over what songs and types of things I wanted played for my retirement ceremony. Everyone thought it was great having him there and truly loved hearing him play
Randy was great! Friendly, fun & played beautifully!
Unfortunately, Randy didn't adhere to the timeline - he was to play during the cocktail party and he played over and while the end of the ceremony music was playing.
He then tripped, and felt discombobulated and left after one song. He did stop to take a picture with the bride and groom, so I believe he felt just fine, but we truly hope he is okay, he left just frustrated for tripping.
Really great performance. I liked that he knew way around Scotland and history. My Dad and guest lived every bit of it. Thanks again.
Excellent, touching and heart moving.
Denver Bagpiper was a wonderful musician who arrived promptly and was appreciated by all of our guests!
Highly recommend!!
Randy was exactly what our Kirkin needed….punctual, legible, approachable and an excellent musician.
Randy and and Justin (snare drummer) arrived on time and were very cordial. Many of my guests had not heard the pipes in person, and all were very impressed, as Bob specifically requested pipes for his Celebration. I am grateful to have met that wish for Bob. Sincere thanks to Randy and Justin. 💝
Randy did a fantastic job at our event. Definitely recommend him for all your bagpiping needs
Randy went the extra mile in playing a variety of Scottish songs. He was on time, played on approach to the house, gave a history lesson on the bagpipes and did a Q and A. A few of our guests had never experienced a live performance from a bagpiper. It was a terrific compliment to my husband’s birthday.
Randy was great! On time, personable, flexible and played a wonderful rendition of Amazing Grace!
We were disappointed with a few things. Amazing Grace which is a staple song especially for a memorial was not played the entire way through. He played about 10 seconds (of AG) that rolled into another song that ended up being more upbeat...it didn’t flow that well and not what we asked for. After the first break one of our guests came up to thank the bagpiper but Randy ignored him which I thought was uncalled for and rude. I think Randy thought the man was a homeless/transient. The man wanted to give compliments and share a story but he was ignored and that didn’t sit well with me or the family. This was a very expensive 15 minute play.
Randy is a delight to work with tied to planning a catholic celebration of life to song choices. Personable and professional. I would book him again! - Kat
Fabulous on time professional fun and perfect for the groom's wishes
Randy was amazing! He was so kind and patient throughout our gathering preparations. He created an amazing memory leading our graduate in to a private graduation and played a beautiful set of songs to begin our ceremony. We could not have been more pleased and were so thankful for his expertise and generosity.
Randy did well, given that it was a pretty cold morning. He was willing to drive a pretty far way on a very early morning and came ready to play and we appreciated that. Very skilled musician. However, he just packed up and left after about 15 minutes of playing because it was cold. Given that he was in the front of a 25 person ceremony, it changed the mood significantly. We expected it to be chilly so I'm not sure what could've been done differently in preparing
My son had always talked about having a bagpiper play at his wedding. He may have been joking but has always liked the bagpipes. So we surprised him at his wedding. He loved it! The bagpiper came early and played and looked great. Just the thing we wanted. We highly recommend the Denver Bagpiper.
Randy made our vows more special.
What a joy to have him play during our wedding.
He was prompt, enthusiastic, and played beautifully.
Thanks Randy! 🎉 🎉 🎉 🎉 🎉
The Denver Bagpiper showed up early, was prepared and was friendly. He played for an hour as scheduled and everyone enjoyed the music.
We booked Randy for a very last minute surprise for my dad's 75th birthday. He was delighted by Randy's piping. Randy followed our directions to ensure the surprise worked, showed up on time, was friendly and played his bagpipe all the way back to his car! We were very happy.
Randy was absolutely awesome. We were able to book him really last minute to help make my dad's birthday party special. Everyone loved it!! The surprise was awesome, he was easy to coordinate with and really reliable. I highly recommend!
Randy was pure class and a wealth of knowledge.
Really added to the event
I hired Denver Bag Piper for a performance for an educational event for our school. He showed up on time, delivered a beautiful performance with bag pipes and was very professional. I will tell other people about this and when in need of this type of performance. I will hire him.
Played Danny Boy and Amazing Grace at my Grandfathers Memorial Service, both songs were out of tune and he didn't even complete Danny Boy. Said his bagpipe was out of tune. Told me this only happened once before. We hired him for a service and he told me he would be honored to be apart of my Grandfathers service. Should of just had the funeral home play a nice recorded version of the bagpipes. Didn't let it ruin the beautiful service to honor my Grandpa, but I hope this Never happens at anyone else's special occasion! He never apologized once, just said he was embarrassed and he was very defensive.
Response from Denver Bagpiper:
It's embarrassing when problems affect a performance. Rectified the problem. Apologized profusely. Offered a total refund, which was refused.
Randy did a fabulous job! He was on time and played our requests beautifully. We plan on hiring him for our next graduation party.
Also, It was very easy using Gig Salad.
Randy was absolutely wonderful! He created a most memorable part of the ceremony that will be remembered by all who were there forever!
Everything went just perfect.
Randy showed up on time, did exactly what we asked. Couldn't of asked for more.
Randy was so easy to work with - he performed all of our requests and even drove through lots of snow to arrive right on time! He was the highlight of our event, thanks.
Price Range: $200-$500
Languages: English
I'll arrive about 30 minutes early for your event. You'll know I'm there, bagpipes aren't subtle. I'm often asked to play an entire wedding ceremony; the prelude, processional where each group; the groom, attendants and bride has their own tune, an interlude for a candle/sand/ hand binding ceremony if that's part of the plan, the recessional and for a time afterwards to fill in that kind of awkward few moments when guests aren't quite certain of what happens next. Of course we can tailor the tune selections. Please visit my web site to listen to a few tunes I've posted there. If you have a special request be sure to let me know. Your deposit secures the date on my calendar, the balance is due on or prior to the date.
October 05, 2024 • 3:00pm - 3:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
September 28, 2024 • 6:30pm - 6:45pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
September 17, 2024 • 12:30pm - 12:45pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 04, 2024 • 12:00pm - 12:30pm | Anniversary Party |
August 03, 2024 • 9:00am - 10:30am | Wedding Ceremony |
July 04, 2024 • 10:00am - 11:00am | Wedding Ceremony |
May 12, 2024 • 2:00pm - 2:30pm | Personal Occasion |
April 30, 2024 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
April 16, 2024 • 1:00pm - 1:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
March 16, 2024 • 11:00am - 12:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
December 22, 2023 • 4:00pm - 4:15pm | Birthday Party |
September 02, 2023 • 11:00am - 12:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 25, 2023 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | Personal Occasion |
July 29, 2023 • 4:00pm - 4:45pm | Personal Occasion |
July 26, 2023 • 11:00am - 11:15am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
June 30, 2023 • 1:00pm - 1:30pm | Retirement Party |
June 25, 2023 • 1:00pm - 1:30pm | Birthday Party |
June 24, 2023 • 4:30pm - 5:00pm | Wedding Cocktail Hour |
June 22, 2023 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Dinner Party |
June 17, 2023 • 3:00pm - 3:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
June 10, 2023 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | Birthday Party |
April 29, 2023 • 7:30pm - 8:00pm | Birthday Party |
January 05, 2023 • 11:30am - 12:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
December 04, 2022 • 2:00pm - 2:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
September 22, 2022 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Reunion |
August 27, 2022 • 3:00pm - 3:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 26, 2022 • 10:00am - 11:30am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 21, 2022 • 11:30am - 12:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 19, 2022 • 10:30am - 11:30am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 14, 2022 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
July 23, 2022 • 5:00pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
June 05, 2022 • 9:30am - 10:00am | Religious Celebration |
May 21, 2022 • 2:30pm - 3:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
May 20, 2022 • 3:30pm - 3:45pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
May 09, 2022 • 7:00pm - 7:15pm | Cocktail Party |
March 19, 2022 • 8:00pm - 8:15pm | Anniversary Party |
March 19, 2022 • 9:30am - 9:45am | Launch Party |
March 11, 2022 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Dinner Party |
January 29, 2022 • 6:30pm - 6:45pm | Birthday Party |
January 15, 2022 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
November 21, 2021 • 4:30pm - 4:45pm | Personal Occasion |
October 16, 2021 • 11:30am - 11:45am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
September 26, 2021 • 12:00pm - 4:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
September 03, 2021 • 12:00pm - 12:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 22, 2021 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 17, 2021 • 7:00pm - 7:15pm | Wedding Ceremony |
August 12, 2021 • 11:00am - 1:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 07, 2021 • 5:00pm - 5:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
July 29, 2021 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Rehearsal Dinner |
July 16, 2021 • 6:00pm - 6:15pm | Wedding Ceremony |
May 29, 2021 • 1:30pm - 1:45pm | Graduation |
April 18, 2021 • 7:00am - 7:30am | Religious Celebration |
April 17, 2021 • 5:00pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
April 10, 2021 • 2:00pm - 2:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
November 01, 2020 • 6:00pm - 6:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
October 15, 2020 • 6:30pm - 7:00pm | Birthday Party |
October 10, 2020 • 3:00pm - 3:30pm | Wedding Reception |
September 19, 2020 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
September 15, 2020 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Dinner Party |
September 03, 2020 • 6:00pm - 6:15pm | Birthday Party |
July 06, 2020 • 9:00am - 9:30am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
July 04, 2020 • 1:00pm - 1:15pm | Personal Occasion |
May 23, 2020 • 12:00pm - 12:15pm | Birthday Party |
May 10, 2020 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Corporate Event |
May 09, 2020 • 6:00pm - 6:15pm | Wedding Ceremony |
March 14, 2020 • 1:30pm - 1:45pm | Surprise |
March 05, 2020 • 1:00pm - 1:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
July 13, 2019 • 10:30am - 12:00pm | Personal Occasion |
April 14, 2019 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
March 20, 2019 • 4:00pm - 4:30pm | Nonprofit Event |
March 14, 2019 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Cocktail Party |
January 13, 2019 • 2:30pm - 2:45pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
September 22, 2018 • 5:30pm - 6:00pm | House Party |
June 02, 2018 • 6:00pm - 6:15pm | Graduation |
July 22, 2017 • 2:00pm - 3:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
January 17, 2017 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 06, 2016 • 10:00am - 11:00am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
March 17, 2016 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Corporate Event |
February 17, 2016 • 10:30am - 12:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 12, 2015 • 5:30pm - 9:00pm | Birthday (Adult) |
March 17, 2015 • 7:00pm - 7:15pm | Bar/Lounge |
August 10, 2014 • 3:00pm - 3:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
March 15, 2014 • 7:00pm - 9:30pm | Club/Nightclub |
March 24, 2013 • 2:30pm - 3:00pm | Private Party |
No special requirements needed.
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…”