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Highland Bagpiper
- East Hartford, CT
- Bagpiper
- Travels up to 120 miles
- $175.00 - $400.00
Overview
Rick Beaulieu Over 30 years of experience. Ready to make your event memorable!! I’m resourceful, flexible, easy to work with any available nearly 24/7!
63 Reviews
Rick recently played his pipes at my mother's burial. He is a true professional. He communicated well throughout the process, arrived when he said he would and is a magnificent piper. I highly recommend Rick if you are looking for a piper for your event.
Bagpiper
Rick was a pleasure to work with - Prompt and Professional ! We booked him last minute and couldn't have been happier ! Highly recommend!
Rick communicated throughout the process, visited a week prior and could not have been more accommodating. He was a global sensation as we had a zoom wedding reaching 5 different countries.
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
Thanks, Mark! It was a pleasure to help!!
He performed at our Father's funeral. It was amazing. We were all very impressed and he sounded fantastic!
Bagpiper
I hired Rick for my fathers funeral. Rick was great to work with, got right back to me, was there early and played beautifully.
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
Thanks, Mary!
Rick was absolutely great at my mother's Celebration of Life and burial. I contacted him on short notice. His experienced, professional and beautiful playing contributed so much to a nice day for our family. I highly recommend Rick the Highland Bagpiper. Thank you .. BC
Bagpiper
Rick did a fantastic rendition of Amazing Grace at the end of or sister’s memorial service. Tears cleansed our grief. It was the perfect ending .
Rick arrived an hour before the service to check out acoustics and to warm up . He kept out of sight as we wanted Amazing Grace as a surprise finale to saying goodbye. Afterwards as guests greeted each other outside the church Rick played another song.
Thank you, Thank you Rick for your I professionalism every step of the way and your moving music.
Family of LJS
West Hartland, CT
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
Very happy to help!!
I truly appreciated the excellent communication and professional service. Would highly recommend!
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
Thanks, Matt!
Same as above
Celtic Music
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
Thank you! It certainly was interesting with all the traffic problems!!
Rick our bagpiper was wonderful and enjoyed by all especially the happy couple!
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
Thank you!
Incredible music for our procession out of the church. So much joy and he was a pleasure meeting! Would highly recommend.
Bagpiper
Rick was prompt and professional from the initial booking to the preparations before the funeral. He arrived early as to make sure he knew the area and discussed his plans with me thoroughly. He played beautifully, and it was a much needed addition to our service. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a piper in New England and beyond! Thank you, Rick.
Bagpiper
Rick was great for our wedding on the beach. Professional, personable, communicated well and sounded great. Would not hesitate to recommend. Just book him while you can.
John Watt
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
Thanks, John! I enjoyed our adventure!!
Rich did an absolutely amazing job. I will definitely use him again in the future. We got so many compliments on his piping
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
Thanks for the opportunity to assist at your wedding! Glad everything worked out so well!!
Rick played at a graveside memorial service for my mother, followed by the interment of my mother and father's ashes. He was very easy to work with, always responsive -- just a delight. And his music was spectacular. I highly recommend him.
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
Thank you so much!!
Announced the newly married couple and they were proceeded by the lovely bagpipes and his grandsons on the snare drums!! Total hit at the wedding of our son and our now daughter in-law!!
Bagpiper
Professional, on-time, and accommodating. Expansive repertoire. I’ve hired many bagpipers before; he was by far, the best.
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
Thank you!
WHAT A GREAT GENTLEMAN AND TALENTED BAGPIPER!
Thank you Rick for making our mom's celebration of life beautiful and memorable.
It was very clear that Rick wanted to cater his music to our wishes and our ceremony.
He's so easy to work with and was so fabulously dressed in his purple/ lavender plaid -
Everything was Perfect!
Our mom thanks you form Heaven!
Kevin, Kristopher and Jen
Celtic Music, Bagpiper
We booked Richard at the last minute for the funeral of my mother in law. We were so grateful he was able to attend with such short notice. He showed up early (as promised) and performed beautifully throughout the service. Richard is one classy guy blessed with a gift for music...
Bagpiper
Saying goodbye to a loved one is never easy. Rick made the entire process from booking to the day of performance quite special for myself and my family. He created the perfect ambiance for the event. I would highly recommend him for your own special occasion.
Bagpiper
Rick the Bagpiper was the perfect addition for our graveside ceremony. Our family gathered from around the U.S. to inter our parents at the family burial plot. We wanted to make it special. Someone led us to Rick who contacted us several times was willing to work with us for deposit and final payment. He arrived early snd was playing as we gathered, he kindly waited until we all arrived and closed the event playing How Greet Thou Art, snd DANNY BOY. He even helped take our family photo afterwards!
Seeing him in his kilt, And listening to him play added an ambiance to our small ceremony! ❤️ He was worth every penny!
The Harrison Family
Highland Bagpiper did an excellent job. He was very personable and accommodating. Everyone loved the music.
Bagpiper
Rick did a wonderful job performing during our wedding ceremony. The timing and music was perfect. We had to change our wedding date 3 times, and Rick was always very understanding and accommodating. A pleasure to work with!
Bagpiper
So happy - just loved the music at my Dads funeral !
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
I’m happy it worked out so well!
We hired Rich for our event Abd he was absolutely marvelous. He plays beautifully Abd was truly professional. Top notch!
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
Thanks so much and I appreciate the surprise this morning!
He played outside the church before and after the mass and was kind, professional, and an amazing bagpiper. Would definitely hire him again.
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
Thank you!
Wanted to do something special to surprise my husband on his 70th birthday; Rick and his bagpipes were perfect! We were having a small casual dinner with 11 old friends when Rick, followed by 10 neighbors, came onto the scene! Rick looked splendid in his uniform and played beautifully! My husband had so much fun he even broke out in a spontaneous jig! We all loved it! Rick was on top of the game as far as communication & flexibility. Everyone thought that he was wonderful! Thanks, Rick.
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
I’m very glad it all worked out so well!
Rick played at the rivers edge while a small group of us spread my Dads ashes. Having him there helped to make that final farewell a beautiful one that my family appreciated very much. He was easy to talk to and accommodating as I planned this difficult event. We would hire him again without question.
Rick did an amazing job for a small memorial service we had for a family member. He was easy to coordinate with and arrived early and did a great job playing. His music really added an extra touch and made our event special. He couldn’t have been more kind. I would highly recommend him to anyone and will absolutely use him again!
Bagpiper
Beautiful!
Thank you so so much!
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
I’m happy to have been of service…. You have a large, wonderful family!
Opened our event with Scotland the Brave at Eastern States. Reliable & easy. Look forward to next year!
Bagpiper
Opened our event at Eastern States! Reliable, timely and look forward to next year!
Bagpiper
Amazing, professional, friendly, would 100% recommend and use again!
He was amazing - so talented and really wonderful to work with.
Bagpiper
He added the perfect touch to a special occasion. And he emailed the day before, assuring us he would be there on time and great music.
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
Thanks, Katie..... I’m glad I was able to help you at this difficult time
Rick was great and very easy to work with. He played at a memorial service and his music was a special touch to honor my brother-in-law. He got there early and played as people arrived. The start of the service was delayed, but without hesitation he waited with us in the cold and at the conclusion of the ceremony his playing of Amazing Grace was beautiful.
Bagpiper
Rick played at my mother’s graveside service in West Hartford. He was easy to communicate with, arrived early to set up, and knew just the right songs to play and when. On top of that, his playing was wonderful. I highly recommend.
Bagpiper
Piper arrived early.
Very nice guy
Music was amazing.
Perfect addition to our event
Bagpiper
The Highland Bagpiper (Rick) performed beautifully, and professionally for a serene graveside funeral service for the recent passing of our town’s past Fire Chief. Rick was dressed appropriately and did a phenomenal job. All of the attendees remarked on the quality and sound of his performance. We highly recommend his service.
Rick was awesome!!! Arrived super early, just in case he hit traffic. MUCH appreciated. Kind, courteous, and SUPER TALENTED!!!! He made my Dad’s mass so memorable. I would CERTAINLY hire him again for myself, and would recommend him to anyone looking to have a wonderful bagpiper at their event!!! Thanks, Rick!!!
Warms regards,
Emma
Bagpiper
The day before my mom’s funeral things started to go bad starting with the funeral home saying they weren’t paid for transportation of mom’s ashes to gravesite (when they were - I just had to prove it) to realizing I gave the wrong street number to bagpiper and florist. I called Robert who knew who I was and said not to worry he knew where to go! He was there warmed up and ready when everyone arrived and we were extremely happy to have found him!
Highlander Bagpiper was there early and was practicing in the cemetery as family was walking into the church next door and they could hear him,,he was very talented and very patient as the church service went longer than expected..we all were very pleased with him..well worth the money and very affordable..thank you very much...
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
Thanks Jon! Happy to be of service!!
I can't recommend The Highland Bagpiper enough. Due to the situation with the corona virus we weren't able to provide my mother with a Catholic Mass and a large gathering. Rick stayed out of site and appeared on my signal to surprise my relatives with a beautiful rendition of Amazing Grace. There wasn't a dry eye, my mom would've loved it! Thank you again Rick!
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
Thanks, Greg! Appreciate the kind words and wish you all the best
Thank you so much for providing your services for my family and I to honor our father. Your music was the highlight of the day and will be remembered by everyone at the service as the bagpipes were our father’s favorite instrument. Thank you for making this service special and for playing such beautiful tunes.
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
I’m pleased to have made an impact and to help your family!
The Highland Bagpiper was on time and played the selections our father wanted at his funeral. We all felt better hearing Dads beloved bagpipes. The Highland Bagpiper was great he came up north to Massachusetts from Connecticut and was awesome. With our small group all were happy to hear the his bagpipes including the priest. I would highly recommend him!
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
Thanks so much!
DUE TO CANCELLATION OF THE EVENT - NO REVIEW
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
The Event has been rescheduled and I shall be performing on January 10th
On time, great music, did just what we wanted. Cut a little short due to rain but great job!
Bagpiper
Highland Bagpipper was an excellent choice for our family’s funeral service.
He was timely, called before the to discuss the event and all of our friends and family raves how wonderful he was, thank you!
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
I’m happy to have helped!
Rick was one of the highlights at our daughter’s wedding, leading the procession of guests from the chapel to the reception tent! Talented musician and a great guy! Everyone loved it!
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
Thanks! I’m happy to have helped!!! It was a gorgeous day!!
At first sight seeing Rick all dressed up.
I knew everything was in good hands.
He came early and was a complete gentlemen.
Everyone was commenting throughput the day of how wonderful it was too have heard the sounds of the pipes.
Just wished we had asked for time
Thanks Rick.
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
Happy to help out!
Did a great job at my Mom's memorial service, thank you!
Bagpiper
I can honestly say that he was the highlight of our wedding! I kept it a secret from everyone, and as soon as our families heard him warming up the pipes they started bawling. They were so happy to hear his music, and it really added a special element to our day!
The Highland Bagpiper was perfect for my daughter's wedding! He was very organized and had everything planned out well before the wedding. Arrived on time and was very personable. Played beautifully!
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
Cheers!!
We were so very thankful to have a bagpiper at our family event. Rick was wonderful and accommodating. I would recommend him for any event. So very professional!
Celtic Music, Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
Thanks! It was a pleasure to work with you!!!
Rick was AMAZING! From the moment I posted on GigSalad to the actual event, Rick was nothing shy of professional and helpful. He helped me envision my wedding ceremony music even before booking him, which was so appreciated! We spoke on the phone twice before the event making sure all details were discussed, and after speaking with Rick, I said to my fiance both times... "he's really great"! He made the process easy!! Rick showed up on time and executed all details we discussed without hesitation! My guests LOVED the bagpipe music - I would HIGHLY recommend Rick to any event!
Bagpiper
Rick was amazing!
Celtic Music, Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
Thanks, Tyler!
The wedding was beautiful and very well planned!
Congratulations to you and Elizabeth!
He was right on time and followed the plan as laid out before hand. His playing was beautiful. I highly recommend him and would definitely hire him again.
Bagpiper
Thank you for a most memorable performance! You have given my family the gift of a beautiful experience! And it was a delight to work with you…even from 3000 miles away! Thank you for your professionalism, thoughtfulness and your attention to detail!
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
My pleasure.....it was great to work with you! Just go t word of the added tip!!!!! Thanks so much!!
We needed to replace our Bagpiper for Commencement at the last minute. Rick was Outstanding!
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
Thank you, happy to step in to help!
Rick arrived an hour early to practice and map the route. His performance was beautiful, we will be calling him again!
Bagpiper
On Time, Right on Cue, played great, great music selections
Bagpiper
Response from Highland Bagpiper:
Thanks for the feedback.... happy to help!!!
Very smooth transaction, Awesome Musician he arrived early to coordinate with Honor Guards could not of been better Would definitely hire again !!!
Bagpiper
Rick was there early, did a superb job leading the procession of children and grandchildren carrying the family shields,flag and ashes with The Minstrel Boy. His other two pieces, Amazing Grace and Dawning of the Day were lovely. Should I ever need a bagpiper again, I would ask him back. Harriet Odlum
Bagpiper
Booking Info
Price Range: $175.00 - $400.00
About
With over 25 years of experience, I've played all kinds of events. As a soloist, I've played countless weddings, funerals and celebrations. As Pipe Major of my band, we've played with the Chieftains at Carnegie Hall and at UMass Amherst. We've played with the Red Hot Chilli Pipers at the Warner, the Belding Theater at the Bushnell, the Society Room in Hartford and at the Pipes in the Valley Festival (Hartford). Most recently, we've traveled to Fulda, Germany to play at the Fulda International Tattoo, to Saint Gallen, Switzerland for their Tattoo and twice to Basel, Switzerland for the second largest outdoor Tattoo in the world.
Services Offered
Past Booked Events
December 16, 2024 • 12:30pm - 1:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
November 15, 2024 • 10:00am - 10:30am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
October 26, 2024 • 1:00pm - 1:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
October 25, 2024 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
October 24, 2024 • 10:00am - 10:15am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
October 10, 2024 • 4:30pm - 4:45pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
September 06, 2024 • 10:00am - 12:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
June 08, 2024 • 10:30am - 11:30am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
June 06, 2024 • 10:30am - 11:30am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
September 09, 2023 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
August 19, 2023 • 1:00pm - 1:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
July 08, 2023 • 3:00pm - 3:15pm | House Party |
June 17, 2023 • 8:00am - 11:00am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
June 16, 2023 • 6:30pm - 7:00pm | Birthday Party |
June 14, 2023 • 11:00am - 12:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
June 03, 2023 • 3:30pm - 5:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
June 02, 2023 • 9:30am - 11:30am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
May 19, 2023 • 4:30pm - 5:00pm | Cocktail Party |
May 15, 2023 • 10:30am - 11:00am | Fundraiser |
April 15, 2023 • 3:00pm - 3:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
January 07, 2023 • 11:30am - 12:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
October 15, 2022 • 10:00am - 10:30am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
October 09, 2022 • 2:30pm - 2:45pm | Wedding Ceremony |
October 01, 2022 • 2:30pm - 3:15pm | Wedding Ceremony |
September 26, 2022 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
September 24, 2022 • 11:00am - 12:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 29, 2022 • 12:00pm - 12:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 27, 2022 • 8:00pm - 8:30pm | Wedding Reception |
July 30, 2022 • 11:00am - 11:15am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
July 08, 2022 • 10:00am - 10:30am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
June 11, 2022 • 3:00pm - 4:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
November 09, 2021 • 12:00pm - 12:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
October 08, 2021 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
October 02, 2021 • 1:30pm - 2:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
September 29, 2021 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
September 25, 2021 • 1:30pm - 1:45pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
September 20, 2021 • 9:30am - 10:15am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 28, 2021 • 11:30am - 12:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 07, 2021 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
August 02, 2021 • 9:30am - 11:30am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
July 28, 2021 • 11:00am - 12:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
July 17, 2021 • 11:00am - 11:30am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
July 09, 2021 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
July 03, 2021 • 5:30pm - 6:30pm | Personal Occasion |
June 18, 2021 • 12:00pm - 12:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
June 12, 2021 • 3:00pm - 3:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
June 08, 2021 • 7:00pm - 7:15pm | Birthday Party |
May 17, 2021 • 1:00pm - 1:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
May 14, 2021 • 11:00am - 11:30am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
May 08, 2021 • 11:00am - 12:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
May 01, 2021 • 8:00am - 8:15am | Cultural Event |
April 23, 2021 • 3:00pm - 4:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
April 02, 2021 • 5:00pm - 5:15pm | Surprise |
January 04, 2021 • 12:00pm - 12:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
December 28, 2020 • 10:00am - 11:00am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
October 27, 2020 • 10:30am - 11:15am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
October 16, 2020 • 12:30pm - 1:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
October 10, 2020 • 10:00am - 10:30am | Personal Occasion |
October 03, 2020 • 1:30pm - 3:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
September 08, 2020 • 11:00am - 11:45am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 29, 2020 • 11:00am - 11:15am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
July 22, 2020 • 10:00am - 10:15am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
July 11, 2020 • 10:00am - 10:30am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
June 30, 2020 • 11:00am - 11:15am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
June 02, 2020 • 2:30pm - 3:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
April 24, 2020 • 11:30am - 11:45am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
April 14, 2020 • 11:00am - 11:30am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
December 17, 2019 • 3:00pm - 3:15pm | Retirement Party |
October 21, 2019 • 12:00pm - 12:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
October 11, 2019 • 6:00pm - 6:45pm | Wedding Ceremony |
September 04, 2019 • 11:30am - 12:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 21, 2019 • 10:00am - 11:30am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 10, 2019 • 4:30pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Reception |
August 10, 2019 • 9:30am - 10:00am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
July 12, 2019 • 8:00am - 8:30am | Fundraiser |
June 22, 2019 • 10:30am - 11:00am | Worship Service |
March 13, 2019 • 10:00am - 10:45am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
November 16, 2018 • 4:30pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
November 03, 2018 • 2:00pm - 2:30pm | Personal Occasion |
October 19, 2018 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
September 08, 2018 • 5:30pm - 6:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
April 21, 2018 • 12:00pm - 12:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
March 03, 2018 • 10:00am - 1:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
December 24, 2017 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Christmas Party |
September 30, 2017 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
September 23, 2017 • 5:00pm - 5:15pm | Wedding Cocktail Hour |
September 09, 2017 • 12:30pm - 1:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
July 12, 2017 • 7:00pm - 7:30pm | Birthday (Adult) |
June 15, 2017 • 6:00pm - 6:15pm | Graduation |
May 26, 2017 • 10:30am - 10:45am | Graduation |
April 09, 2017 • 10:00am - 10:15am | Religious Celebration |
February 04, 2017 • 11:00am - 11:30am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
November 18, 2016 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
August 19, 2016 • 11:30am - 12:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 05, 2016 • 12:00pm - 12:45pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |