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Daniel Meyers
Bagpipes
Bagpipes | Irish Singer | See all
Somerville, Massachusetts
Will travel 3000 miles from Somerville
About
I have been playing the uilleann pipes (Irish bagpipes) since 1999, and have performed in a variety of venues in Ireland, the UK, and the US. I am a professional, conservatory-trained musician with a Master of Music degree from the Longy School of Music; I have also studied with some of the finest pipers in Ireland including Eamonn O Broithe, Mick O'Brien, Neillidh Mulligan, and Kevin Rowsome. My piping was recently featured on the soundtrack of the nationally-released film "Rooters: The Birth Of Red Sox Nation".
I specialize in traditional sean-nos ("old-style") airs on the pipes, and can play jigs, reels, and other Irish, Scottish and American tunes, as well as hymn tunes or special requests. I also sing and play Irish whistle ("tin whistle"), low whistle, flute and bodhran (the traditional Irish drum), and I'm happy to include these in my performance as well.
If you're interested in a duo or trio, please contact me and I can probably accommodate you; other available instruments include guitar, fiddle, cello, and Celtic harp.
I specialize in traditional sean-nos ("old-style") airs on the pipes, and can play jigs, reels, and other Irish, Scottish and American tunes, as well as hymn tunes or special requests. I also sing and play Irish whistle ("tin whistle"), low whistle, flute and bodhran (the traditional Irish drum), and I'm happy to include these in my performance as well.
If you're interested in a duo or trio, please contact me and I can probably accommodate you; other available instruments include guitar, fiddle, cello, and Celtic harp.
- Anniversaries
- Bachelor Parties
- Bachelorette Parties
- Banquets
- Birthday Parties
- Children's Birthday Parties
- Celebrations
- Christenings
- Christmas Parties
- Church Services
- Clubs
- Community Events
- Conventions
- Corporate Functions
- Dinner Dances
- Festivals
- Fund Raisers
- Funerals
- Graduation Parties
- Grand Openings
- Picnic
- Private Parties
- Proms
- Restaurants
- Reunions
- Sweet 16 Parties
- Weddings
- Wedding Ceremonies
- Wedding Cocktail Hours
- Wedding Receptions
- Bagpipes
- Celtic Bagpipes
- Celtic Flute
- Celtic Singer
- Chamber Music Flute
- Flute
- Folk Singer
- Irish Singer
- Percussion
- Wedding Singer
- World Music Singer
Reviews (35)
Wedding
in Orleans, MA
on 05/19/2013
"Absolutely amazing. Had professional classical musicians in attendance who said he was the best pipe player that they had ever heard. A quiet symphony that truly made the wedding perfect."
- Sean M.
Wedding Ceremony
in Londonderry, NH
on 04/13/2013
"Daniel Meyers did a fantastic job at our wedding ceremony. The music was absolutely beautiful and my husband and I are so happy we hired Dan for our ceremony musician. Thank you Dan for making our wedding ceremony special, you are a very talented musician. "
- Caitlin D.
Wedding Cocktail Hour
in York, ME
on 06/16/2012
"Dan was amazing. His rendition of Amazing Grace at the wedding Mass was the most moving I have ever heard.He is an extraordinary musician. He brought our Celtic heritage to life at my daughter's wedding. Raglan Road, March of the King of Laoise, Lament for Limerick, She Moves Through the Fair and so many others were played with poetry and passion. I recommend him to anyone who wants to enjoy the beauty and exhilaration of traditional Irish music played on the Irish pipes.Dan has a gift and we are all so lucky that he shares it."
- Steve C.
Wedding Ceremony
in Uxbridge, MA
on 01/21/2012
"Dan showed up to our wedding in the middle of a blizzard!! He risked life and limb to make it to our ceremony. He arrived with class and grace. His talent is endless- our guests were amazed by the uilleann pipe music. It set the mood for our whole wedding day. Through all of the wedding planning he was a great support and was very flexible with anything we requested. I wish I could give him more than 5 stars on everything because he was THAT GOOD. I would recommend him to anyone anywhere anytime. He is a fabulous musician who pays close attention to his audience.
-The Marums (newlyweds!!)"
- Merri J.
Memorial Service
in Haverhill, MA
on 02/10/2013
"Dan played at my beloved husbands memorial service.He was amazing.Professional and compassionate as well.I gave him the chance to put his own music together,I had only 2 requests and he filled them expertly and with grace. I will be hiring him again sometime in the future.He is a very talented and pleasant individual.When he arrived he was very nicely dressed and ready to go,I didnt have to spend any time with him,I was a mess and dan just got to work.God bless him and his business.May he never want for another gig!"
- Val P.
Wedding Reception
in Provincetown, MA
on 03/31/2013
"Daniel was excellent and very talented. The Uillean pipes were perfect for our Irish/English wedding. Daniel went out of his way to accommodate our needs bringing in additional fiddlers and dancers for a Ceilidh at the end of the evening."
- David M.
Church Service
in Roxbury, MA
on 09/05/2010
"Actually, on talent, Daniel should get a 10, he is a phenomenal player, his knowledge of the instruments exceptional. The Pipes, IMO, are absolutely beautiful when played well and if not, can be a trip to Dante's Inferno. Daniel's command of this intricate instrument is exceptional.
First experience with the Uilleann Pipes ( Irish )for me & this congregation, as well as tin whistle and low whistle. He is a professional musician and a wonderful person to be with and work in the context of a church service, not always easy. The feedback from the congregation has been the same. His rapport with people just as wonderful in explaining the Pipes to them afterwards."
- Randall R.
Funeral
in Norwalk, CT
on 03/10/2012
"The event was the burial of my Mother a week after the actual funeral Mass. Other than a prayer by the Priest we had nothing to add to the ceremony to pay tribute to her. Having Daniel play added what my family needed. He drove a little over 3 hours one way to be there and he did a wonderful job. He was completely professional and was even early to make sure he was set up properly. He chose songs that were appropriate and played the one we requested perfectly. I would highly recommend him to a friend."
- Sarah M.
Wedding Ceremony
in Wells, ME
on 09/17/2011
"Highly recommend. Dan accommodated special music requests for my wedding ceremony. He is knowledgeable and gave many helpful music suggestions, as well as supported my specific requests. His skill timing, and transitions were perfect for our presession. He created a beautiful atmosphere, and I received many compliments from guests. I would happily hire Dan again, and recommend him to others. I am very grateful to him for being such a vital part of our wedding ceremony. His music really made it extra special. Thank you, Dan."
- Lindsay O.
Wedding Cocktail Hour
in Narragansett, RI
on 06/26/2011
"We hired Dan for the cocktail reception at our wedding. He was fantastic! He was very professional and accomodating throughout the process. Our guests raved about him! We made sure to plan our pictures so that we could hear him at the cocktail reception, and we were so happy we did! If you hire him for your event you will not be disappointed! "
- Michael W.
Wedding Reception
in Chelmsford, MA
on 05/14/2011
"I hired Daniel as a surprise for my cousins wedding. I wanted him to be a surprise not only for the groom, but all of the guests. Daniel was very accommodating and he was a HUGE hit! The guests and groom were surprised and blown away. He was great!"
- Julie W.
Graduation Party
in Revere, MA
on 03/07/2011
"Dan, was amazing. My mom had passed away and this was a very difficult time for my family. Dan made things easy for me, he worked with me to find the appropriate music. He was extremely helpful and accomodating. Furthermore, his music is incredible and it added to the beautiful trubute to my mom.
I hope to use him again in a more uplifting event.."
- Sam F.
Birthday Party (Adults)
in Sudbury, MA
on 10/17/2010
"We were absolutely thrilled with Dan. We used him for my mom's birthday party and he was a hit. He is not only talented; he is professional, reliable and flexible. As an event planner, I understand the importance of that combination. I highly recommend him!"
- Tara E.
Wedding Cocktail Hour
in Weymouth, MA
on 09/19/2010
"I am thrilled to have the oppportunity to share how wonderful Daniel Meyers was at our recent event. Daniel played at the cocktail hour at my bother's wedding ( which we hosted at our home). Daniel was prompt, professional and very approachable.The guests all enjoyed Daniel's music and many musicians(wedding guests) enjoyed speaking to him as well. I would highly recommend Daniel Meyers to add a special touch of class to any event.
Linda Johnson "
- Linda J.
Wedding Cocktail Hour
in Waltham, MA
on 07/16/2010
"We hired Daniel to play uileann pipes during the cocktail reception of our wedding. Being from Ireland, I had high expectations for a piper and Daniel surpassed them all. We had left the music selection to Daniel, and he made the perfect choices. We got several comments from guests at the wedding about how good Daniel was. We would highly recommend Daniel to anyone else looking for a very talented uileann piper.
Dónal and Gina. "
- Donal D.
Saint Patrick's Day Party
in Wrentham, MA
on 03/20/2010
"I would highly recommend to anyone looking for great Irish tunes. He not only played the pipes but also a variety of tin whistles. He finished with two particular requests: The Marines Hymn and The Parting Glass (which he sang). Outstanding!"
- Jerry M.
Wedding Reception
in Lake Placid, NY
on 07/09/2012
"Daniel, Karen, and Matthew were fantastic! They were very accommodating and professional. Everyone at out reception asked about them, where they were from, and how they also could have them play at their own functions! All three were very personable, and were a joy to converse with. Talent? Their musicianship was incredible, and Daniel and clan made our wedding what it was dreamed to be!! Many,many thanks to Daniel, Karen, and Matthew. "
- Terry L.
Wedding Ceremony
in Bristol, RI
on 09/16/2012
"Daniel played the pipes for our wedding, and he really made the day special. He was do easy to work with, extremely professional and accommodating, the music was beautiful, and we received so many compliments. I would recommend him to anyone in a second for any function. Thank You Daniel !"
- Shannon D.
Wedding Ceremony
in Sheffield, MA
on 12/22/2012
"Dan was very professional and courteous and everything went extremely well at our wedding. My fiance's family is from Ireland, and Dan's piping and flute playing was a wonderful surprise for everyone. Even Father Bruce wanted Dan's business card!
Thank you Dan for being a wonderful addition at Mary Ann's and my wedding! "
- Richard A.
Wedding
in Boston, MA
on 11/03/2012
"Daniel was beyond fantastic. I hired him to play a couple of songs at our wedding ceremony and then during the cocktail hour as a gift for the groom, but I wasn't sure about music selection - Daniel very patiently answerd all of my questions and offerd suggestions based on what I thought we wanted. In the end everything turned out beautifully and our guests LOVED him. The pipes made our day just that much more special and memorable. Plus, he is an amazing talent and very reasonably priced. I wish I had another event in the works to hire him for!"
- Allison M.
Wedding Ceremony
in Boston, MA
on 09/15/2012
"Dan played the processional and recessional songs for our recent wedding with a big Irish-Catholic crowd! It was the perfect surprise for our guests and Dan could not have been easier to work with in the planning stages and the day of the wedding. I would whole heatedly recommend him - he is extremely talented!"
- Craig D.
Funeral
in South Yarmouth, MA
on 09/29/2012
"he was a fabulous addition to our dad's funeral and everyone thought he was great"
- Debbir J.
Funeral
in Avon, MA
on 05/14/2013
"Daniel was wonderful and accommodating. I loved that he was able to play some reels on the tin whistle after the close of the cemetery service. I would hire him again."
- Donna G.
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