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Durant McCurley
- East Haven, CT
- Bagpiper
- Travels up to 60 miles
- Contact for rates
Overview
Have Pipes-will travel,27 years of sharing my music with (link hidden)gpipes will enhance any occasion. (email hidden), payment to be paid to piper on day of Occasion. check out (link hidden)
20 yrs lone piper for New Haven st. Patrick's Day Parade.
31 Reviews
Durant was wonderful and so fun. Just what we wanted for our event.
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Response from Durant McCurley:
Thank you again and thank you for your generosity
Durant performed very nicely at our event. He should be payed!
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We hired Durant for our mother’s memorial service this past weekend. This is the second time we have hired Durant and as always, he did not disappoint. Never a dry eye when he plays. He is an excellent piper and plays beautifully. He is always on time (early). He handles everything so seamlessly that the day of your event you do not even need to tell him what to do. We are always so pleased with the service we receive from him, and he will always be our piper for all our events. Durant always goes above and beyond, and you will not be disappointed if you hire him!
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Made the 41st Gopher Open memorable!!
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Response from Durant McCurley:
Thank you, hope to see you next year
Durant
Durant was a pleasure to deal with from start to finish. Never felt I could not get in touch with him. His attention to the details was much appreciated. On the day of the event, he showed up on time, played fantastic & was a huge hit. Would highly recommend him.
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Durant was very professional, kind, and unobtrusive when he played the bagpipes for my mother's funeral service. He played all the requested songs beautifully. He was prompt and communicated effectively prior to the event.
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Durant was amazing and our kids loved hearing his bagpipes. We can't wait to have him back!
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Durant not only is an excellent Bagpiper but a wonderful man as well. He chatted with our guests and was an absolute pleasure. It made our sons graduation party even more special as he heads off to Scotland. Highly recommend
Durant did a great job playing his bagpipes at our Sullivan Family reunion. It was quite a hot day and he played the full hour with minimal breaks. It made our event very festive! Highly recommend!
Durant’s appearance added something to our event. Highly reccomend!
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Durant was absolutely wonderful! He piped us into the chapel (and back out!) for our wedding ceremony and it is, hands down, one of my favorite memories of the whole day. Afterwards, we invited Durant to stay on as our guest to celebrate and he kindly agreed. We are so glad we did - Cheers to new friends! From the bottoms of our very full hearts, thank you Durant!
If anyone is ever looking for a great bagpiper and great person, Durant McCurley is your guy.
Hip Hip!
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Durant McCurley truly gave us an enduring gift of his music through a spectacular performance at our loved ones burial. It helped us through our grief. He was very punctual, set up early at the cemetery. His selections were superb. He timing was perfect and he was generous with his time and talents. He created a lasting honorable tribute to our beloved family member..we will have the memory of him playing Amazing Grace in our hearts forever..this brought up great peace amid our great loss.
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Durant was a lovely person. Very accommodating. Played all the songs we asked him to and more. He's a great Piper and it was a pleasure doing business with him.
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Durant was so great with our event. We had a children’s parade to get ice cream first. He was patient while we settled them dow before the adult parade started. People all over were coming out to video him. Well done!
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Response from Durant McCurley:
Thank you for the opportunity to join in you party especially since the birthday man was from East Haven
Durant
Durant was very nice timely and talented…. he made our ceremony extra special
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Our family appreciated Durant McCurley honoring a last-minute request and performed beautifully. Durant brings the look and feel of Scotland in his authentic outfit. Absolutely professional and a delightful person! Thanks so much Durant!
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Response from Durant McCurley:
Thank you
Durant was a pleasure to work with. He performed for my brothers memorial and did an excellent job. He was professional and early. He communicated clearly and checked in with me before the event. The music was great and his prices beat all competitors. If you are looking for a bagpiper look no further he is your guy.
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Response from Durant McCurley:
Hi, thank you. It was a very special. I hope my family will do that for me ( some day).
Durant
Without a doubt, Durant made the wedding that much more special. Can’t tell you how many of our guests have told us how much they loved having him there.
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Durant is professional and an all around great guy! Hire him. His fee is fair and he is talented and fun.
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Response from Durant McCurley:
Hi, I hope your married life is as goo and last as long.
Durant
I hired Durant to play for my mom for her 82nd birthday and he did a great job! My mom was thrilled!
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Response from Durant McCurley:
Thank you, it was a pleasure meeting her
Durant was great, he was on time, professional and our members loved his performance.
Would recommend him for any event in need of a bagpiper.
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It was a pleasure to work with Durant. The entire experience was perfection. He arrived on time, was pleasant and professional and made our special day memorable. I highly recommend Durant.
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Durant was extremely polite. He worked around us, even with some last minute notice, and really came through for us. He is a great bagpiper! You Will Not Be Disappointed With Durant!!!!
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On time. Very polite and did a fabulous job.
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Durant was great to work with, showed up well in advance of the time requested and was very accommodating to our schedule. Highly recommended!
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We hired Durant for our son's wedding. Our guests were very impressed. He met our expectations and was very easy to deal with. He was even at the church before we were!
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Durant is a caring and giving person. His music transcends words.
I hired Durant to perform 'Amazing Grace' at our Relay For Life event and he accepted right away. He was happy we sought him out of all the bagpipers we could have used. His performance was beautiful and flawless.
You will not be disappointed with this bagpiper!
Durant, Thank you for all you do.
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Great performer, explained what he was playing, very personable and great bagpiper!
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Booking Info
Price Range: Contact for rates
Languages: English
Unions: Cwa
What to Expect
the sound of the bagpipes adds an emotional uplifting to any event
About
27 years experience and have performed in many events. Performed in movie with Russel Crow, recorded on a cd for a Irish singer,played for different cultural weddings.Opened up for Rod stewart,the Clancey Bros,and others. Lone Piper for the New Haven St. Patrick's Day parade since 1998.
Additional Booking Notes
I would like the balance fee to be paid to me on day of occasion
Past Booked Events
December 28, 2024 • 1:30pm - 3:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
October 19, 2024 • 3:30pm - 4:15pm | Worship Service |
October 18, 2024 • 4:00pm - 4:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
June 15, 2024 • 8:00pm - 8:30pm | Personal Occasion |
February 24, 2024 • 2:00pm - 2:45pm | Wedding Ceremony |
October 11, 2023 • 10:00am - 11:00am | Fundraiser |
September 30, 2023 • 10:30am - 12:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 23, 2023 • 2:00pm - 2:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 06, 2023 • 5:00pm - 5:15pm | Birthday Party |
July 15, 2023 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
July 08, 2023 • 10:30am - 10:45am | Sporting Event |
June 24, 2023 • 11:30am - 12:15pm | Wedding Ceremony |
June 03, 2023 • 3:00pm - 3:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
April 11, 2023 • 11:00am - 11:15am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
March 25, 2023 • 1:00pm - 1:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
March 23, 2023 • 5:30pm - 7:00pm | School Assembly |
September 19, 2022 • 11:30am - 11:45am | Nonprofit Event |
September 04, 2022 • 6:30pm - 7:00pm | House Party |
July 16, 2022 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Reunion |
June 25, 2022 • 10:00am - 12:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
June 10, 2022 • 10:00am - 11:00am | Worship Service |
June 09, 2022 • 7:00pm - 7:30pm | Cocktail Party |
June 03, 2022 • 7:30pm - 7:45pm | Nonprofit Event |
May 23, 2022 • 11:00pm - 11:30pm | Worship Service |
April 09, 2022 • 12:00pm - 12:45pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
March 19, 2022 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | Religious Celebration |
March 17, 2022 • 9:00am - 11:00am | School Assembly |
February 05, 2022 • 1:00pm - 1:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
October 23, 2021 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
October 09, 2021 • 4:30pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Reception |
October 03, 2021 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Birthday Party |
October 01, 2021 • 10:00am - 10:15am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 28, 2021 • 6:00pm - 9:30pm | Birthday Party |
August 01, 2021 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
July 26, 2021 • 11:00am - 11:15am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
July 11, 2021 • 11:00am - 11:15am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
July 08, 2021 • 11:30am - 11:45am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
June 12, 2021 • 2:00pm - 2:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
October 17, 2020 • 11:30am - 12:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
September 25, 2020 • 7:00pm - 7:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 29, 2020 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
August 12, 2020 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Birthday Party |
March 21, 2020 • 4:00pm - 4:45pm | Wedding Ceremony |
October 23, 2019 • 10:00am - 10:30am | Birthday Party |
October 12, 2019 • 5:00pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
August 24, 2019 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
June 22, 2019 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
May 26, 2019 • 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Cocktail Party |
May 18, 2019 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Dinner Party |
May 11, 2019 • 4:00pm - 4:30pm | House Party |
April 21, 2019 • 3:00pm - 3:30pm | Birthday Party |
March 17, 2019 • 8:00am - 8:00pm | not available |
March 16, 2019 • 8:00am - 11:00pm | not available |
March 02, 2019 • 6:00pm - 6:15pm | Birthday Party |
January 04, 2019 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Nonprofit Event |
October 13, 2018 • 3:30pm - 4:00pm | Wedding Reception |
September 26, 2018 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 25, 2018 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm | House Party |
August 04, 2018 • 11:00am - 12:00pm | Reunion |
June 16, 2018 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Cocktail Hour |
April 28, 2018 • 11:00am - 11:15am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
October 29, 2016 • 4:30pm - 5:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
August 01, 2016 • 5:30pm - 6:00pm | Sporting Event |
August 15, 2015 • 12:00pm - 12:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
June 13, 2015 • 4:00pm - 4:15pm | Wedding Ceremony |
June 07, 2014 • 1:30pm - 3:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
April 19, 2014 • 11:00am - 12:00pm | Funeral Service |
January 25, 2014 • 11:00am - 12:30pm | Funeral Service |
May 17, 2013 • 9:00pm - 10:00pm | Fundraiser |
March 16, 2013 • 4:00pm - 4:15pm | Other |
Set List
on request
Influences & Inspiration
My first teacher told me the sound of the pipes are primordial. It touches the soul.I have performed in many weddings, funerals, parades,parties,
was involved in a movie with Russel Crowe,played at a memoral service of a victim of 9/11,my group opened for Rod stewart,I am "The Lone Piper" for the New Haven St. Patrick's Day parade,and lots (link hidden) greatest influence is the ability to share my love for the bagpipes with others.
Setup Requirements
Appreciation of the music
no other equipment