Darrell Calvillo
- San Bernardino, CA
- Bagpiper
- 136 Verified Bookings
Shawn M. said “They showed up early. Knew the song I wanted played. Suggested the perfect songs for our wedding. Looked amazing. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!”
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I am a high level competitor in the SoCal area that has also traveled to the World Championships in Scotland and as such I am able to play at a High Level that will ensure you have no issues getting the experience you want. I also have experience playing for funerals and parties for several years. I know many tunes that can be contextually significant to whatever the occasion might be and I also am able to learn whatever tunes you provide.
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Price Range: $150 and up
Gig Length: 10 - 300 minutes
Languages: English
I have played in many settings, from a recital with a virtuosic aspect, to funerals which require a certain emotional aspect to the tunes I play. You can rest assure that whatever the occasion may be, I can find a way to fill it. When it comes to planning, I make sure I can get an understanding of what is going to happen during the event such as when I should get there, If I will be able to warm up, where I would be standing, and how long I would be playing for. This way there will be no issues on the day of the event so things can go as smoothly as possible.
I picked up the Bagpipes when I attended Glendora High School and saw almost immediate competitive success beyond even that of my seniors at school. My piping career has only expanded since then with me joining the former world champion pipe bands Pasadena Scots Grade 3, and the LA Scots. Both bands are some of the leading competitive pipe bands in Southern California with LA Scots being one of the leading pipe bands on this side of the country. I also boast many prizes in the solo circuit here as well with having won aggregate solo competitor several times in grade 4, 3, and 2. Beyond all the competition, I have played many gigs ranging from funerals to weddings and parties and I have to say those events can be just as important to me as the competitions. I look forward to playing at your next event and hope we can talk soon!
February 03, 2025 • 12:30pm - 12:45pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
November 08, 2025 • 4:00pm - 4:15pm | Wedding Ceremony |
March 17, 2024 • 4:30pm - 5:00pm | Dinner Party |
February 11, 2024 • 1:30pm - 1:45pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
Amazing grace
Highland Cathedral
Scotland the Brave, Rowan Tree, Wings
Green Hills of Tyrol, Battle's O'er
Assortments of Miscellaneous Marches
Competition sets:
MSR (March Strathspey Reel)
Hp/J (Hornpipe Jig)
Piobaireachd: Flame of Wrath for Squinting Patrick, Catherine's Lament, Unjust Incarceration, Struan Robertson's Salute
Virtuosic Sets
I am also willing to learn tunes at your request if there is sheet music provided or it is a well known enough tune that I can find sheet music for it online.
Shawn M. said “They showed up early. Knew the song I wanted played. Suggested the perfect songs for our wedding. Looked amazing. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!”
Ken P. said “My mothers memorial service was beautiful. She is of Scottish descent and told us all she wanted Bag Pipes at her funeral. David did a wonderful job at…”
Audrey B. said “There are almost no words to properly describe how special and wonderful this was to me. I've often told my kids and wife how much I love the bagpipes…”
Dennis L. said “He was on time and cordial, and very understanding of our rather sub-par accommodations. He went along with all the suggestions and interacted well with…”