Darrell Calvillo
- San Bernardino, CA
- Bagpiper
- 135 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 an award winning piper with 12 years of experience playing funerals, weddings, school and corporate events, private parties, pub crawls, and many other events. I travel all over Southern California and know a wide range on tunes appropriate for any occasion.
My clients have always been very happy with my music, prompt communication, ease and flexibility in working with me, and my desire to make sure that I always give 125% every time I play.
I am friendly, out-going, professional, and show up to every gig early to go over any last minute changes.
I hired for a small party and she was great! Friendly and absolutely kicked the party up a notch!
She was amazing! I highly recommend having her play at any event.
Chrissy knows a wide variety of songs to play. She was great.
Surf City Piper is one of the best bagpiper we have heard and experienced in a long time. I am sure their are others like her, but I got lucky. She performed as expected for our Full Body Burial at Sea funeral service on a beautiful Yacht in Newport Beach.
Chrissy is very talented and very professional. She brought tears to the eyes of many of the golf tournament attendees. She is also very cool!
Hired Chrissy for a silly company event. Chrissy had great improv skills for comedic effect and was wonderful to work with.
Chrisy was an excellent choice for my event. She showed up at the exact time, wore a beautiful Scottish outfit, traditional for a piper and perfect for the event. She met with me for music choices when she arrived and gave a flawless performance for this particular event. I recommend her highly for anyone who needs a good Scottish Piper.
She played two beautiful songs at my wife Sharon funeral.
She was extremely professional.
People are still taking about her music
I can not thank her enough..
Our guests were thoroughly delighted with her performance. We will have her back again!
Chrisy is hands down the best bagpiper that I have ever see or hired. She was super accommodating to all of my requests and even stayed and mingled with our guests. She was hands down the best part of our large house party. If you are looking for a fun and professional bagpiper…don’t hesitate to hire her.
Show up on time did a great job. Will definitely hire again.
Response from Surf City Piper:
Tony and his family were amazing to play. Treated me like family! They are the best!!!
I am very satisfied with this service.
The bagpiper was excellent
Response from Surf City Piper:
Mitchell played his snare drum while I piped and did a great job! I had a lot of fun and his friends were very nice!
Christy played at my granddaughter's wedding and was excellent. She showed up early and impressed us and several of our Irish and Scottish friends with her talent. I would not hesitate to ask her back.
Guests are still talking about what a wonderful performance it was .My mom is from England and wanted Amazing Grace sung at her service .I came up wit the idea of a bagpiper instead and it was fabulous!!!!!!She also played Danny Boy another one of my moms favorite .She played near where my moms ashes are spread nest her English gnome ❤️🇬🇧
Surf City Piper was fantastic in every way! She was hired for a surprise performance to celebrate our mother’s 80 th birthday/ group of 30. The logistics changed several times and Piper was extremely flexible and easy to work with. She showed great skill with the bagpipes and had quite a repertoire. We were very touched by her performance, many with tears in eyes. Thank you for the special memories!
Surf City Piper was prompt, professional, and personable, as well as flexible and understanding of my mind going in a dozen directions at once. She made suggestions when I was uncertain about something, and she listened to what I had to say and request. She played beautifully, and it brought tears to my eyes.
Chrissy did a fantastic job. She was very patient with the timeline, which was delayed. She added a nice flair to the evening
Simply the best!!! Surf City Girl was amazing!!!
She exceeded all our expectations.
Bagpipe music outdoors at a 91st birthday party.
I was so very pleased with Surf City Piper at my husband's Memorial Service.
She arrived on time, was professional - pleasant and sounded great!
Chrissy was awesome. She was friendly, played exactly what we wanted, and was extremely prompt.
She played amazing! She was a total surprise and a total hit. She was amazing and our anniversary was perfect.
Response from Surf City Piper:
I was so happy to be there to help make your wedding anniversary party better and fill in the hole that had been made 10 years ago!
You have a beautiful family & wonderful friends! Congrats!!!
Surf City Piper is a world class piper and absolute professional. She played before and during our event, and constantly received applause and cheers. As she played, she mingled with the crowd and got everyone involved. She was flexible and during opening ceremonies, she played an amazing version of “God Bless America”. If you need a piper for ANY event, Surf City Piper is your girl!
Response from Surf City Piper:
It was amazing when the entire pub starting singing God Bless America as I piped! Made me so proud of America and the people in it! This was a great event!
If anyone is not satisfied with her services then it's simply not possible. She was on time and performed well beyond our expectations. Thank you so much for a great burial at sea.
We had a shifting schedule at the internment of my mom and she just went with it- thank you again!
Super disappointed, she was late and spent 30 minutes of the hour I paid for talking to one guest while drinking beer. Played 5 songs, biggest waste of money.
Response from Surf City Piper:
Im honestly sorry you were disappointed with my performance. I was only a few minutes late and did let you know before i arrived that traffic held me up.
I did play far more then 5 songs and did drink a beer offered by one of your guest while i took breaks between sets.
I can not or can any bagpiper play continuously for an hour.
She arrived early, played beautifully and was extremely professional
Chrissy was excellent. Very Professional and extremely easy to work with. I would recommend her without hesitation.
We hired Krissy for a pub crawl and she was fantastic. She really interacted with the crowd. And her outfit was great. Loved her!
Price Range: $100-400 depending on time and location.
Gig Length: 15 - 60 minutes
Languages: English
I am flexible, easy-going, and reliable! I always show up early to verify plans and I do all I can to make the experience the best it can be.
Hello! I am the Surf City Piper, located in Huntington Beach, CA. I have been a musician all my life and have been playing bagpipes for over 12 years at 50-75 events average each year. I take pride in my playing and the joy I bring to those that hear me play whether it be a memorial, birthday party, school event, pub crawl, wedding, or military, fire, or police event. I know tunes for every occasion and am willing to learn new songs if needed if requested. I am always early to every gig, communicate promptly with all my clients, and go out of my way to make sure that ALL my clients get no less than 125% in regards to my music, work ethic, and customer service.
I have played in commercials, with the Blue Man Group at the Hollywood Bowl, parades, in Scotland, and in competition bands.
I only need enough time to get kilted up and grab my pipes and I'm wherever you need me to be!
I come to every gig ready to go. NO additional equipment needed.
April 05, 2025 • 4:00pm - 5:30pm | Personal Occasion |
January 11, 2025 • 2:00pm - 4:00pm | Campus Event |
December 13, 2024 • 9:00pm - 9:15pm | Christmas Party |
November 02, 2024 • 4:00pm - 4:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
October 23, 2024 • 1:00pm - 1:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
October 05, 2024 • 3:00pm - 4:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
September 14, 2024 • 1:30pm - 1:45pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 25, 2024 • 9:00am - 9:15am | Personal Occasion |
July 19, 2024 • 12:00pm - 12:15pm | Personal Occasion |
July 17, 2024 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Camp Event |
June 01, 2024 • 8:30pm - 9:00pm | Fundraiser |
May 16, 2024 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | Launch Party |
March 16, 2024 • 2:00pm - 2:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
February 26, 2024 • 4:00pm - 4:15pm | Surprise |
February 25, 2024 • 1:00pm - 1:15pm | Personal Occasion |
January 30, 2024 • 2:00pm - 2:45pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
December 29, 2023 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Personal Occasion |
June 17, 2023 • 12:30pm - 2:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
June 10, 2023 • 4:00pm - 4:30pm | Personal Occasion |
June 04, 2023 • 2:00pm - 2:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
June 03, 2023 • 8:30pm - 9:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
April 22, 2023 • 10:00am - 11:00am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
April 08, 2023 • 7:00pm - 7:30pm | Birthday Party |
March 19, 2023 • 10:00am - 10:30am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
March 18, 2023 • 8:00pm - 8:30pm | House Party |
March 18, 2023 • 3:00pm - 4:30pm | Cocktail Party |
March 04, 2023 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
February 12, 2023 • 4:30pm - 5:00pm | House Party |
February 04, 2023 • 12:30pm - 1:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
February 04, 2023 • 12:00pm - 12:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
November 27, 2022 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
November 17, 2022 • 6:30pm - 7:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
November 06, 2022 • 10:00am - 11:00am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
October 15, 2022 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Birthday Party |
October 01, 2022 • 3:00pm - 3:45pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
September 17, 2022 • 1:30pm - 2:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 26, 2022 • 8:00pm - 8:15pm | Birthday Party |
June 11, 2022 • 2:00pm - 2:30pm | Grand Opening |
April 23, 2022 • 2:00pm - 2:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
April 22, 2022 • 5:00pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Reception |
April 02, 2022 • 11:00am - 12:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
March 26, 2022 • 1:30pm - 2:00pm | Birthday Party |
March 12, 2022 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | House Party |
March 12, 2022 • 1:00pm - 2:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
December 18, 2021 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Christmas Party |
November 14, 2021 • 9:00am - 9:30am | Fundraiser |
August 12, 2021 • 5:00pm - 5:30pm | Birthday Party |
June 05, 2021 • 10:30am - 10:45am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
May 31, 2021 • 6:00am - 8:00am | Holiday Party |
May 01, 2021 • 1:00pm - 1:30pm | Wedding Reception |
February 20, 2021 • 2:00pm - 2:45pm | Birthday Party |
December 06, 2020 • 10:00am - 10:15am | Birthday Party |
September 25, 2020 • 7:00pm - 7:45pm | Personal Occasion |
September 17, 2020 • 1:00pm - 6:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
July 24, 2020 • 8:00pm - 9:00pm | Birthday Party |
March 17, 2020 • 8:30pm - 10:00pm | Restaurant/Bar Event |
February 02, 2020 • 3:30pm - 4:15pm | Wedding Ceremony |
December 21, 2019–December 22, 2019 • 11:00pm - 12:00am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
December 14, 2019 • 9:00am - 9:30am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
October 26, 2019–October 27, 2019 • 10:30pm - 12:30am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
September 23, 2019 • 10:30am - 11:00am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
September 07, 2019 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
July 13, 2019 • 10:30am - 12:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
December 31, 2018–January 01, 2019 • 11:30pm - 12:30am | New Year's Party |
December 31, 2018 • 3:30pm - 4:00pm | New Year's Party |
October 07, 2018 • 5:30pm - 6:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
July 14, 2018 • 7:00pm - 7:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
June 30, 2018 • 10:30am - 10:45am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
March 17, 2018 • 3:00pm - 6:00pm | Corporate Event |
Scotland the Brave
Rowan Tree
Green Hills
Battles Over
Danny Boy
Amazing Grace
Auld Lang Syne
Loch Broom Bay
Skye Boat
Highland Cathdral
Andrew Warnock
Going Home
Ian Campbell
Hark the Herald Angels Sing
O Come all ye faithful
Up on the Rooftop
We wish you a Merry Christmas
Carol of the Bagpiper
Away in a Manger
Sad I am to be in Ireland
Mariachi Set
Hundred Pipers
Dark Island
Happy Birthday
Star wars
Abide with Me
Clan MacAulay
Castle Dangerous
Cockney Jocks
I See Mull
Molly Connell
Dawning of the Day
Leaving Liverpool
The Keel Row
The Crooked Bridge
20 Men from Dublin
A Soldier's Song (Irish National Anthem)
Garryowen
Flower of Scotland
Patriotic Set
Military Set
Ministral Boy/wearing O the Green
Rakes of Mallow
Shenendoah/Irish Eyes are Smiling
Bells of Dunblane
Garb of the Old Gaul
Lochanside
Corriechollies/Terribus
Sleepy Maggie
....and many more
I listen to and have met many great and world champion bagpipers who inspire me to work hard, practice every day, and be the best musician I can be. I started playing piano when I was 8 years old. In Junior High School I chose to pick up the Trumpet (which I still play now and then) and played in Marching band, Jazz band, and orchestra through high school. I play bugle for military honors a few times a year, but most of my time is spent perfecting my bagpiping and learning new tunes I can use to please my listeners.
Nothing needed except a place to stand.
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…”