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Piper Johnny
- Frankfort, IL
- Bagpiper
- Travels up to 60 miles
- $150 and up
Overview
I help celebrate life with you - be that via tears or beers. With a deep understanding of the power of music, particularly the unique & stirring sound of the pipes, I offer a professional attitude to every gig, always striving for the music to help make the occasion.
Contact me for pipes for your wedding, birthday party, grand opening, bar/bat mitzvah, festival, fair, church event, or funeral. Piping since 1981, with award winning Shrine bands in hundreds of parades, competitions, and performances, I can help make your special occasion even more memorable! Ask about my 'combo' program of piping with singing Irish/ Scottish songs on guitar/ harmonica & check out my CD “Pipes for the People”
20 Reviews
Piper Johnny was able to fit us in last minute and did a great job performing for our party.
Bagpiper
Response from Piper Johnny:
Thanks Rachael - a lot of fun for all!
Unfortunately I was unable to be there but the reports I received were rave reviews
Bagpiper
Response from Piper Johnny:
thanks John - it was a wonderful night!
Piper Johnny was great. Everyone was on their feet watching him play. We had a great time and were so glad he was there to make our Mom’s 80th birthday celebration even more memorable.
Wow! Piper Johnny kicked off our block party and was fantastic!!!
He was great to work with and an incredible performer.
I am very happy we were able to have Piper Johnny at our event.
Celtic Music, Bagpiper
Response from Piper Johnny:
Scott,
You have a great block of folks! It was my pleasure to be there!
We hired Piper Johnny to play a few songs during cocktail hour at my son's wedding in Fair Oaks, IN. Piper Johnny was SO EASY to work with, very responsive and communicated throughout the booking process and the day of the event. He was WONDERFUL! VERY talented and customized the songs we requested. We HIGHLY recommend Piper Johnny!
Celtic Music, Bagpiper
Response from Piper Johnny:
Thanks Deb. You were a joy to work with and I was glad to add some bagpipe icing on the wedding cake.
Our residents really loved the music! We were so happy that he was able to perform, we look forward to hopefully booking again in the future!
Bagpiper
We had paper Johnny over for our St Patrick's Day party he played some great songs and the kids were very intentive he did a great job!!!!! We would definitely have him back
Bagpiper
Response from Piper Johnny:
Thanks Dan - you were a great group to play for!
Piper Johnny is the ultimate professional. Our funeral director was a no show. His replacement didn't even know we had a bagpiper. When my mother's coffin came into the Church, Piper Johnny basically had to wing it. He performed magnificently. Not only at the beginning, but also at the end. He is a perfect gentleman in every sense of the word. If it is a piper you need, Johnny is the guy you want.
Bagpiper
Good guy. Could have played some more tunes
Bagpiper
He did a great job!
Bagpiper
Response from Piper Johnny:
Great being there - good times with good people!
Piper Johnny performed wonderfully for our wedding, even making it though a snow storm to get there. He’s a pro, and handled everything perfectly. Highly recommended.
John was great to work with and would highly recommend him.
Bagpiper
We loved Piper Johnny! He was professional while still fitting our laid back vibe for the day at our backyard wedding. Johnny arrived early in order to be all set up and start on time. He brought a mask to wear while not playing. He even ended up staying longer than we had discussed to keep greeting and playing for guests! At the end of the time, we also got a surprise. I was a few of our friends' birthday weekend and he played happy birthday for them. :) I would recommend him to anyone and am waiting for the next reason I can book him!
Celtic Music, World Music, Bagpiper
Response from Piper Johnny:
Thanks!
Johnny played at my daughters funeral service in the committal shelter for her interment. He led us up to the shelter with a song called 'Going Home', then after the clergy finished, he played 'Amazing Grace', followed by an Irish lullaby I used to sing to my daughter called 'Toora, Loora, Loora'. It was perfect and fitting. My last lullaby to her broke my heart, but it was perfect. He did a wonderful job. I was very pleased.
Bagpiper
Response from Piper Johnny:
Condolences again in this time of grieving and thanks for the kind words Rick.
Great attitude - perfect for our virtual party.
Bagpiper
Response from Piper Johnny:
Thanks Patrick. My first virtual piping event was very enjoyable with you and your fine folks online.
Piper Johnny came prepared and ready to play. Conversation to set up gig went very well. Honest, friendly and flexible. We only needed to play for a 15 minute set before a eulogy at a funeral. We had to wait before he could start and he didn't mind the short delay. We would recommend and hire again.
Bagpiper
Response from Piper Johnny:
thanks Janet. It was my honor to be a part of the warm remembrances that night.
Johnny helped make my father's and brothers memorial service very special and did a great performance. Johnny also stepped in last minute as the bagpiper that I had booked cancelled last minute due to the virus. Johnny was on time and very professional. Definitely would request him again. Thanks Johnjy and Gigsland. Your amazing.
Bagpiper
Piper Johnny made a great day into the best day! Everyone loved the surprise, enjoyed the entertainment and his company. Professional, prompt, friendly. Highly recommended. Thank you for a memorable event.
Piper Johnny was punctual, friendly and professional.
Bagpiper
Piper Johnny did a very nice job playing two tunes at my brother's funeral service. We had him perform Going Home and Amazing Grace. Both were well done. We would recommend him to anyone.
World Music, Bagpiper
Booking Info
Price Range: $150 and up
Services Offered
Upcoming Booked Events
February 13, 2025 • 4:00pm - 4:15pm | Convention/Trade Show |
Past Booked Events
November 26, 2024 • 11:00am - 12:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
November 16, 2024 • 10:00am - 10:30am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
September 16, 2024 • 10:30am - 11:30am | Personal Occasion |
August 03, 2024 • 4:00pm - 4:30pm | Birthday Party |
May 06, 2024 • 5:30pm - 5:45pm | Holiday Party |
March 16, 2024 • 5:30pm - 6:00pm | House Party |
March 15, 2024 • 3:00pm - 3:30pm | Corporate Event |
February 12, 2024 • 3:00am - 3:15am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
January 26, 2024 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
January 06, 2024 • 4:00pm - 4:15pm | Birthday Party |
November 25, 2023 • 11:30am - 12:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
September 23, 2023 • 2:00pm - 2:15pm | House Party |
June 23, 2023 • 5:30pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Reception |
June 02, 2023 • 7:00pm - 7:30pm | Wedding Reception |
March 17, 2023 • 2:00pm - 2:45pm | Holiday Party |
March 16, 2023 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Corporate Event |
March 11, 2023 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Dinner Party |
March 11, 2023 • 4:30pm - 4:45pm | House Party |
January 16, 2023 • 11:00am - 12:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
December 03, 2022 • 8:00pm - 8:15pm | Quinceañera |
June 30, 2022 • 11:00am - 11:15am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
March 12, 2022 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Holiday Party |
March 12, 2022 • 10:00am - 10:30am | House Party |
March 05, 2022 • 4:00pm - 4:45pm | House Party |
January 01, 2022 • 5:30pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Reception |
October 08, 2021 • 2:00pm - 2:15pm | Wedding Ceremony |
September 03, 2021 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Retirement Community Event |
August 02, 2021 • 1:30pm - 2:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
July 31, 2021 • 3:00pm - 3:30pm | House Party |
June 09, 2021 • 11:30am - 11:45am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
May 08, 2021 • 12:00pm - 1:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
March 13, 2021 • 7:00pm - 7:15pm | Virtual Event |
March 13, 2021 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Product Promotion |
February 22, 2021 • 5:00pm - 5:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
September 05, 2020 • 6:00pm - 6:15pm | Wedding Ceremony |
July 25, 2020 • 11:00am - 11:15am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
December 07, 2019 • 11:00am - 11:15am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
July 20, 2019 • 7:00pm - 7:15pm | Birthday Party |
March 17, 2019 • 4:30pm - 4:45pm | Dinner Party |
March 16, 2019 • 6:00pm - 6:15pm | Wedding Reception |
April 21, 2018 • 6:00pm - 6:45pm | Wedding Reception |
March 17, 2017 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Holiday Party (Other) |