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Robert J. White is a professional solo bagpiper proficient in the Great Highland Pipes and the Small Pipes. Robert is well known for his professionalism and presentation, which includes a variety of authentic Scottish attire such as different color kilts, hats and daywear jackets. Mr. White enjoys performing at various functions such as weddings, ceremonies, parades, parties, funerals, memorials and much more.
18 Reviews
Robert White did a wonderful job for our celebration. His suggestions and performance were meaningful additions to our event.
Bagpiper
Robert created a wonderful lifetime memory to mark a special birthday occasion. He is an excellent bagpiper, very personable, and a valued veteran!
I highly recommend engaging Robert!
Irish / Scottish Entertainment, Bagpiper
Response from Robert J. White:
Thanks Tony.
Mr. White performed for our Memorial Day service at church. He arrived early and was briefed by our producer and stayed both services. Great to work with.
Bagpiper
We hired Robert for our Latin and Friends Irish Celebration. He was on time and played for along time a variety of songs. The crowd enjoyed his music very much.
Irish / Scottish Entertainment, Bagpiper
When he did the performance, the people were doing the line for the food, so most of them were not interested in listening to him.
Irish / Scottish Entertainment
Mr. White did a superb job piping for our event! He was extremely understanding and flexible with our schedule that suddenly ran behind. He did a great, professional job! We will definitely have him back! Thank you Mr. White!!
Bagpiper
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Robert was so much fun! He performed perfectly and was an excellent conversationalist! We enjoyed him and he was the hit of the party! Highly recommended!
Celtic Music, Irish / Scottish Entertainment, Bagpiper
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Bob did a very nice job. He was on time and helped coordinate timing of events with the minister and the honor guard. He made thoughtful suggestions about the music selections. He traveled from another state to help us.
Bagpiper
Robert played the pipes incredibly well, is very knowledgable and we all loved having MacMillan family blood play for my mom one last time at the memorial service. Thank you Robert! Mòran taing gu dearbh!
Bagpiper
Mr. White is an absolutely incredible bagpipe player!
Irish / Scottish Entertainment, Bagpiper
Robert played at our Christmas party. Kids and adults loved it. He was also very charming and personable and spoke with the crowd about bagpipes. Very cool!
Bagpiper
Robert White helped make my daughter’s day everything she had dreamed of! A phenomenal piper and such a warm, kind person! We enjoyed his music and his company!
Bagpiper
Mr. White was so considerate and kind. He assured me that he would work everything out just right to perform at just the right time at my father's graveside service, and he did just that. He even played an extra song as we entered. He played beautifully and added such a special touch to the service. He is gifted with a wonderful talent and the sound of the bagpipes brought comfort. He even talked with me afterwards to ensure that I was satisfied. I highly recommend him to others. He is great.
Bagpiper
My husband was in hospice at the time but also this day was his birthday. This was a surprise for him, bagpiper music. He loved it. The guests loved the music. Robert mingled well with the guests. He was awesome and I would use him again.
Bagpiper
Response from Robert J. White:
Thanks. Very kind people.
In addition to bagpipes, Robert played a beautiful rendition of Taps on his trumpet.
Bagpiper
Robert was very professional and he interacted with the guests while walking around and playing.
Bagpiper
Response from Robert J. White:
Thanks rjw.
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Robert turned up sick the Wednesday before or Saturday event. He called in a timely manner and made sure that we were aware that he would not be able to play. I then posted an SOS message and was able to book another bag pipe player.
It was not exactly how we thought it would go, but, all is well that ends well. We had a great bag pipper for our daughters wedding and it was a good example of professional musicians working together in real life situations.
Bagpiper
Robert, I wanted to take a moment to thank you once again for being there and performing once again for my mother in law's funeral. You mad the special occasion all the more personal and wonderful. Thank you for helping me do it properly. May God bless you. MSG. Alan Bake
Booking Info
Price Range: $150 to $800
About
Robert J. White is a professional solo bagpiper proficient in the Great Highland Pipes and the Small Pipes. Growing up in the Midwest with a Scottish and Irish background, Robert learned at a very young age to play guitar and wind instruments. After graduation from High School in 1966, he joined the United States Army and served in South Vietnam as a Green Beret. After returning home, he combined his career in the Army with his love of music and specialized in providing beautiful music not only for associations such as the United States Army Special Forces and for many events in North Carolina and surrounding areas where he resides with his wife and two children.
Robert is well known for his professionalism, and presentation, which includes a variety of authentic Scottish attire such as different color kilts, hats and daywear jackets and enjoys performing at various functions such as weddings, ceremonies, parades, parties, funerals, memorials and much more. Though he is a master bagpiper, his musical background also includes Guitar, Fiddle (Celtic) and Harmonica. Mr. White is a member of the former City of Oaks Pipe Band and now belongs to a local pipe band in Raleigh, NC. He is also a member of Eastern U.S. Pipe Band Association, and the bagpiper for the US Army Special Forces Active Duty Personnel. Mr. White competes in the Scottish Highland Games and is an awards and medal winner competitor.
Services Offered
Past Booked Events
| June 13, 2024 • 12:30pm - 12:45pm | Birthday Party |
| May 26, 2024 • 8:00am - 12:30pm | Worship Service |
| March 23, 2024 • 5:00pm - 5:30pm | Dinner Party |
| October 08, 2023 • 4:30pm - 7:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
| June 17, 2023 • 7:00pm - 7:30pm | Birthday Party |
| May 25, 2023 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| May 05, 2023 • 3:00pm - 4:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| April 18, 2023 • 2:30pm - 2:45pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| March 11, 2023 • 8:00am - 1:00pm | Parade |
| December 18, 2021 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | Christmas Party |
| November 27, 2021 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| November 07, 2021 • 9:30am - 12:00pm | Worship Service |
| June 04, 2021 • 11:00am - 12:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| December 06, 2020 • 3:30pm - 3:45pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| July 05, 2020 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Personal Occasion |
| February 21, 2019 • 4:30pm - 6:30pm | Nonprofit Event |
| January 26, 2019 • 10:30am - 10:45am | Wedding Ceremony |
| June 09, 2018 • 12:30pm - 3:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| April 28, 2018 • 1:30pm - 3:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| March 17, 2017 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Holiday Party (Other) |
| September 10, 2016 • 5:00pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| March 30, 2015 • 12:00pm - 12:15pm | Funeral Service |
| August 30, 2014 • 11:00am - 11:30am | Funeral Service |
Set List
* CHRISTMAS Tunes Available
* Amazing Grace (traditional)
* The Auld Hoose
* Auld Lang Syne (traditional)
* Be Thou My Vision
* Bonnie Dundee (traditional)
* The Bonnie Cass of Fyuie
* Bonny Galloway
* Blue Bells of Scotland
* Castle Dangerous
* Corkwill
* Dawning of the Day (traditional)
* The Duck
* Ensign Keogh
* God Bless America
* Going Home
* The Hills of Tyrol
* Highland Cathedral
* The Highland to Gairloch
* Happy Birthday
* Let Erin Remember (traditional)
* Loch Rannoch
* The Minstrel Boy (traditional)
* MacRae Meadow
* Flowers of the Forest (traditional)
* Murdoes Wedding
* Morag of Dunuegan
* My Land
* Mairis Wedding
* The Roses of Prince Charlie
* Robin Adair
* The Rose of Allan Dale
* Saint Andrews Society of Charleston
* The Rowan Tree
* Shoals of Herring
* We're No Awa to Bide Awa?
* The Wearing of the Green
* Will Ye No Come Back Again
* When The Battle Is Over (traditional)
* Waters of Kylesku
* Scotland the Brave (traditional)
* Inniskilling Dragoon
* "Scots Wha Hae"
* Cambelltown Kiltie Ball
* Kate Darimple
* Marine Corp Hymn (traditional)
* Battle of the Green Beret
* Army Song - The Caisson Song
* America The Beautiful
* Chi-Mon-Toman
* Breton Air
* March Du Petre (traditional)
* The Duke of Perth
* Cutting Bracken
* The Skye Boat Song
* The Accordian Man
* Thomas Sanders
* Twenty Men From Dublin Town
* The Rose of Allandale
* Land of My Youth
* Song of the Maid
* Barnyards of Delgaty
* Corriechoillies
* Dark Island
* Sergeant McKenzie
* Battle Hymn of the Republic
* God Bless America
* Dixie
* Anchors Aweigh
* Silver Spear
* Farewell to Nigg
* March of the Champions Supreme
* Robin Adair (traditional)
* The Bridal March
* Mist Covered Mountains (traditional)
* Pike March
* The City of Hastings Pipeband
* When Irish Eyes Are Smiling
* Just As I Am
* Stand Up For Jesus
* BeThou My Vision
Testimonials
I wanted to take a moment to thank you once again for being there and performing very well for my mother in law's funeral. You have made the special occastion all the more personal and wonderful. You only get one chance to get someone a send off. Thank you for helping me do it properly. May God bless you and your family. -MSG. Bake
– MSG Retired Alan Bake
Mr. White was the Greatest!!! Our guest just loved the performance he put on and he made our event outstanding. I would highly recommend Mr. White to anyone who wants a true professional to perform at their event. Thanks Robert for making our event a great success.
– Al G. - 11/16/2009 Anniversary Dinner 2009
Robert responded promptly to my search for a bagpipe player within an hour and that was the beginning of several pleasant surprises. He was very professional and asked questions so he knew exactly what my desires were. He has a huge repertoire to select from and helped me to decide on what to be played according to my circumstances. He arrived in full regal fashion. Shocking the pants off the guests at my event. He helped make a difficult situation more bearable and will be remembered by all who attended for his presentation and ability. Remembered by me in the ease he made it for me to hire him. I cannot imagine him dissappointing anyone who hired him.
– Kevin C, 1/6/2009, Funeral, Augusta, GA
Roberts' professionalism is excellent in response to request, communication, and presentation. He accommodated every request in planning for my mother's 90th Birthday Party by suggesting songs, listening to my mothers' favorite patriotic and hymnal songs, allowing me to make the final selection, Celtic attire, and for his performance to be personal for her and all armed force veterans attending. He plays from his heart and soul to give a performance that will forever be remembered and cherished by my 90 year old Scotch Irish mother as the best Birthday Party she has ever had. He is my #1 choice and I recommend him to anyone desiring to have the very best bagpiper.
– Martha M, 1/24/2009, Birthday Party - Adults, Concord, NC
Mr. White was amazing. I requested him to play a surprise performance for a friend. He wanted to make the surprise just as special as I did. If I ever need another reason to hire a bagpiper, Mr. White would be first on my list. I highly recommend him.
– Jeanne B, 2/24/2009, Picnic, Raleigh, NC
We wouldn't think of having another St.Patricks Day party without Robert! His music was wonderful and he was great with the guests. He mingled about and chatted with everyone like he was just part of our clan. Several guests had called us the next day and all commented on what a great addition Robert was to the festivities. Thank you Robert and Gigmasters, Happy St. Patricks Day!! Steve and Bernadette
– Bernadette A, 3/7/2009, Saint Patrick's Day Party, New Hill, NC
Mr. White was very friendly and professional. His performance made my wedding so beautiful! Not only was he a great piper he also mingled with the guests and it was a delight to have him as a part of my wedding. I would highly recommend Mr. White to anyone looking for a piper.
– Scott M, 3/8/2009, Wedding, Lexington, SC
He was very accomodating as well as talented. He also had great ideas and
suggestions to make our day extra special. We would DEFINATELY recommend him!!
– Christy R, 4/4/2009, Wedding, Ocean Isle Beach, NC
I highly recommend Mr. White--Very professional and personable, working with him was a pleasure. I thank him for making my wedding day even more special. Virginia Startsman McDonald
– Gini S, 5/9/2009, Wedding, Pinehurst, NC
I had the best of experiences with Robert White as the piper for our wedding. He was timely, professional, and played beautifully. He just knew what to do and did it right. His experiences shines through all that he did for our wedding piping. If you need a piper, he's your man! Thanks so much Robert for what you added to this piper's wedding!
– Matthew B, 5/30/2009, Wedding, Jacksonville, NC
Robert did an excellent job performing at my wedding. He showed genuine concern about my opinion and wanted to ensure everything went smoothly. Robert also did an excellent job in giving commentary about the songs he was playing which was nice for the people who didn't know anything about pagpiping. I would definitely hire Robert again for an event.
– Nicole T, 6/2/2009, Wedding, Avon, NC
ROBERT IS A PROFESSIONAL ALL THE WAY. HE MADE A SMALL WEDDING SEEM LARGER THEN IT WAS. HIS COMMUNICATING WITH US WAS OUTSTANDING HE MADE THE ROUNDS AND TALKED TO EVERYONE, ROBERT BEING A VV VET WAS A REAL HERO TO MY DAD WHO IS 87 A WW2 VET. I WOULD RECOMEND HIM FOR ANY EVENT. HIS PERSONALITY IS WAY UP THERE. VERY PLEASE TO HAVE MET HIM NEWLY WEDS BRIAN@LINDA PALMER
– Linda W, 6/20/2009, Wedding Ceremony, Gibsonville, NC
Mr. White was wonderful to work with. He came to visit with both the bride and groom to make sure that they were okay and to let both parties know that he had arrived. He answered any questions that we had. He arrived extremely early which was less stressful knowing that he was there and ready to play. This was the one part of our wedding service that was very special to us and he not let us down with the songs that were requested and played. We were pleased on the services and would recommend Mr. Robert J. White. The process of booking the services and planning was very easy!!! Thank you- Ashley and Jimmy Clarke
– Jimmy C, 6/20/2009, Wedding Ceremony, Greensboro, NC
Robert White exceeded our expectations! His performance was a surprise for my husband at our wedding and Robert pulled it off without a hitch! My hubby had no idea until Mr. White walked out and started playing after we were announced husband and wife. It was awesome! We would definitely recommend him to our friends!
– Antoinette A, 6/27/2009, Wedding, Fayetteville, NC
Very satisfied. All wedding guests expressed how great the bag pipes were.
– Dixie W, 7/25/2009, Wedding, Raleigh, NC
Hiring Mr. White was one of the best decisions I made in planning my August wedding.
Words cannot describe how pleased I was with all aspects of my experience with him. He was professional, prompt, helpful, and a joy to work with. It was truly a pleasure having him play at my wedding and I would recommend him to any bride or client who wants a great, professional, well performing musician at his or her wedding or event.
– Sarah A, 8/15/2009, Wedding Ceremony, Lenoir, NC
Mr.White's professionalism during my husband's military funeral was outstanding.
Mr.White was prompt and dressed most appropriately and befitting for a military service. His choice in music was fantastic. My family members and guests were amazed at Mr.White's dignified presence and musical ability. If anyone reading this needs a "Piper" for any type of service, I would not hesitate to use his services. I was so deeply touched by the humble respect Mr.White showed during the services.Outstanding job. Well done. ~KCox
– Kathryn C, 8/19/2009, Funeral, Jacksonville, NC
Mr. White was so awesome! I didn't get to meet him till the day of my wedding, but I arrived ready to walk down the isle and he knew exactly what do to! My guests loved him and was pleasantly surprised to see a bagpiper. He played wonderfully and really took our wedding very seriously. From time to time I would spot him hanging out with my guests. He was a complete gentlemen and would recommend him to anyone for anything. He truly loves what he does and it shows. Thank you Mr. White for making my day even more special:)
– Brei S, 8/22/2009, Wedding, Boones Mill, VA
Robert was amazing, his playing of the pipes was the best opening ceremony for a golf tournament you could get. it was a total surprise to the host of the tournament and his words "It brought a tear to his eye" Thank you Robert White for a wonderful opening ceremony to the Annual King Open.
– David S, 8/29/2009, Masters Golf Tournament Party, Cary, NC
Mr. White did a great job for our school's 9/11 function. He was on time, performed brilliantly, and was willing to be flexible on the changing logistics of the program.
– Jack K, 9/11/2009, Community Event, Matthews, NC
Robert was Phenomenal all around. He is an excellent Piper, and really knows his trade. He had the perfect song for each occasion. When I asked for a song for the bride to walk in to, he played just the song I was thinking of. His knowledge of traditional scottish weddings was helpful in making flying changes to the event. He even marched the wedding party from the church to the reception location and played us all into introductions. Robert is an excellent Piper and a great person. He showed on-time (a little early) and alerted me to his presence in a way only a Piper could. If I ever come in need for a Piper Robert is the ONLY Piper I'm calling.
– Ed T, 9/12/2009, Wedding, Oriental, NC
THE WEDDING WAS PERFECT. EVERYONE IS TALKING.THE BRIDE AND GROOM IN TEARS.I LOVE IT.
– Kay M, 10/10/2009, Wedding Ceremony, Charlotte, NC
Robert was a wonderful addition to our wedding! We had a few special requests, including an almost half mile processional from the ceremony to the reception, that Robert fulfilled beyond our expectations. Many people commented on what a great, unexpected addition he was to the wedding. My husband and I both highly recommend Robert for your event!
– Mcginnes L, 10/17/2009, Wedding, Chapel Hill, NC
Mr. White was excellent from everything from the traditional outfit to the music. Everyone at our wedding was really impressed including my family members that traveled from scottland.
– Allison M, 10/24/2009, Wedding, Raleigh, NC