Lyric Todkill holds a degree in Bagpipe performance from Carnegie Mellon University and is the director of the St. Thomas’ Episcopal School Pipe Band in Houston, Texas. A member of the World-Champion St. Thomas’ Alumni Pipe Band Band, he has had the honor of performing for President George H. Bush, members of the armed forces on various USO tours, in Washington D.C., Spain, Italy, and Guantanamo Bay. Other concert highlights include performances with the Chieftans, the Piano Guys, Eric Hutchinson, the double Grammy-winning group Quarteto Latino Americano, Pittsburgh's Civic Light Opera, the United States Air Force Orchestra, and the American Rogues.
Lyric was great. Of course with a memorial service nothing went as planned but he rolled with it and it was perfect
My mom would have loved it.
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Lyric was amazing in full attire with his bagpipes. He played for a good friends memorial service and it was so inspiring and uplifting. Everyone loved his music. Thank you so much for making this occasion so comforting to all in attendance. I appreciate your time and dedication.
We hired Lyric to play at our Burns Supper. He arrived early, in full highland dress and played a selection of Scottish Classics and Burns tunes. Would recommend him wholeheartedly.
Response from Lyric Todkill:
Thanks, Ed! It was a pleasure to perform for you and your guests.
Lyric did a phenomenal job at our New Year’s Eve party. He looked great and played the bagpipes so well. All of our guests absolutely loved it!
Lyric was so professional and pleasant. This was just perfect for a graveside service.
Todd you were great, thanks so much. I tried to get with you after you piped in the wedding party but couldn't find you. I would like to give you a tip. How do I do that?
I appreciated Lyric learning the Aggie War Hymn for our tribute to Eric.
Will certainly not hesitate to book him for an encore.
We will be using him again.
Just want you to know that everything went exactly as I pictured and desired. I was very impressed with both Emily and Hayden - their demeanor, performance and professionalism.
My family hired bagpiper Lyric to play at my grandfather's funeral. My heritage is of the clan McGregor and Lyric went the extra mile to look up music specific to our clan. He was an excellent musician, professional, and on time. Could not have asked for better and received many compliments from those attending the funeral. Created a wonderful atmosphere and would have again!
Price Range: $200 - $300
1 or more bagpipers and/or drummers arriving in full highland regalia. Music consultation included as well prompt service when organizing your event. The performers are always extremely flexible and sensitive to the situation. Indoor/outdoor performances are common and we can cater our performance to fit your event needs.
Toddytone provides high end bagpiping and drumming around the world. Owner Lyric Todkill holds a degree in bagpiping from Carnegie Mellon University and each of the Toddytone musicians has at least a decade of experience competing in grade 1 pipe bands and is a major prize winner in the professional solo ranks. What this means for our customers is access to the best caliber pipers and drummers in the country. In addition to providing funeral and wedding music, we can tailor the music of the pipes and drums for any event. We even collaborate with other musicians and groups in Houston and around the world to fuse the soulful traditions of the bagpipe with all kind of musical genres.
| March 26, 2025 • 11:30am - 1:00pm | Personal Occasion |
| April 12, 2025 • 5:00pm - 7:30pm | Wedding Reception |
| September 20, 2024 • 1:00pm - 1:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| March 16, 2024 • 11:00am - 11:15am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| January 27, 2024 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Dinner Party |
| December 31, 2023–January 01, 2024 • 11:30pm - 12:00am | New Year's Party |
| April 15, 2023 • 10:00am - 10:30am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| April 14, 2023 • 3:00pm - 3:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| March 04, 2023 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| November 19, 2022 • 6:00pm - 6:45pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| October 24, 2022 • 1:00pm - 1:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| October 09, 2021 • 12:30pm - 1:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| June 07, 2021 • 10:00am - 10:15am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| March 13, 2021 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Product Promotion |
| January 13, 2021 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| September 26, 2020 • 10:30am - 10:45am | Personal Occasion |
| September 21, 2020 • 11:00am - 3:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| January 23, 2016 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
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Dallas, TX 
Bagpiper
93 Verified Bookings Margaret D. said “He was so willing to do anything we needed. He was flexible on the schedule, we thought we were organized, we weren’t. He was gracious and stepped in…”
Houston, TX
Bagpiper
66 Verified Bookings Michael M. C. said “Richard was Excellent! His presence added a touch of class to 20+ year golf tournament by piping in the sponsors and then piping as the first golfers…”
Springfield, MO
Violinist
32 Verified Bookings 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…”
Rogers, AR
Bagpiper
71 Verified Bookings Tammie D. said “He played at my dear sweet Mother's funeral. Everyone loved him and he spoke with the guest afterwards. No one had experienced a ceremony with bagpipes.…”
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