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Jon K. Shell
Bagpipes
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Elizabethton, Tennessee
Will travel 200 miles from Elizabethton
About
As a former EUSPBA Champion of Champions in grades 2 and 1, Jon Shell has piped for celebrities such as Rod Stewart, Mrs. Bing Crosby, Kathy Lee Gifford, Bob Hope, Michael Jordan, Pat Boone, Jose Ferrar, Elizabeth Taylor and John Warner among others. The Biltmore House, Pinehurst, Spoleto and the Bing Crosby Golf Tournament are among the places he has performed in addition to two World's Fairs. He has appeared on national television on the Turner South Network on Liars and Legends, Portrait of America and other programs.
Jon started piping in 1977 at age 12 with Timmy Krintz and Harvey Ritch, both members, at the time, with the Grandfather Mountain Highlanders.
He received instruction from Sandy Jones and John MacFayden at the North American Academy of Piping. He also was taught by Duncan MacFayden, Hamilton Workman, Captain John A. MacLellan, Ed Krintz and Roddy MacDonald.
He has won piping contests in EUSPBA sanctioned games throughout the east coast, in grade 2 and 1, as both the Champion of Champions and runner up for several years running. Jon has won major events including the MacCrimmon Quaich and countless Piper of the Day trophies. Jon won a full scholarship to Belhaven College for his piping and currently plays with the Grandfather Mountain Highlanders, who just won the 2011 Champion of Champions Grade 4 Pipe Band in the EUSPBA.
Jon also helped lead the Grandfather band to compete in the World Pipe Band Championships, where the band won their qualifier in 2010. While the band didn't win the final, the band went on to place among the top 11 in the World in gr 4.
He currently teaches piping at the North American Academy of Piping and Drumming during the summer and teaches at Keenburg Elementary School.
Jon started piping in 1977 at age 12 with Timmy Krintz and Harvey Ritch, both members, at the time, with the Grandfather Mountain Highlanders.
He received instruction from Sandy Jones and John MacFayden at the North American Academy of Piping. He also was taught by Duncan MacFayden, Hamilton Workman, Captain John A. MacLellan, Ed Krintz and Roddy MacDonald.
He has won piping contests in EUSPBA sanctioned games throughout the east coast, in grade 2 and 1, as both the Champion of Champions and runner up for several years running. Jon has won major events including the MacCrimmon Quaich and countless Piper of the Day trophies. Jon won a full scholarship to Belhaven College for his piping and currently plays with the Grandfather Mountain Highlanders, who just won the 2011 Champion of Champions Grade 4 Pipe Band in the EUSPBA.
Jon also helped lead the Grandfather band to compete in the World Pipe Band Championships, where the band won their qualifier in 2010. While the band didn't win the final, the band went on to place among the top 11 in the World in gr 4.
He currently teaches piping at the North American Academy of Piping and Drumming during the summer and teaches at Keenburg Elementary School.
- 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
- Events
- Festivals
- Fund Raisers
- Funerals
- Graduation Parties
- Grand Openings
- Picnic
- Private Parties
- Proms
- Restaurants
- Sweet 16 Parties
- Weddings
- Wedding Ceremonies
- Wedding Cocktail Hours
- Wedding Receptions
- Amazing Grace
- Highland Cathedral
- Traditional Marches, Strathpeys, Reels, Jigs, Hornpipes
- Bagpipes
Reviews (7)
Funeral
in Hendersonville, NC
on 01/26/2013
"Even with inclement weather, Jon was on time. He was extremely professional, sincere and he played beautifully for my Mother's memorial service."
- Mary Jane K.
Funeral
in Greensboro, NC
on 06/08/2012
"Excellant preformance.
True gentleman.
"
- Linda R.
Wedding Ceremony
in Greenville, SC
on 10/22/2011
"Jon was wonderful! He was professional dependable! He led our guests from the church to the reception and, I was told, passersby stopped and took photographs! Thank you Jon for adding to our joyful celebration!"
- Nancy G.
Wedding Ceremony
in Lexington, KY
on 09/24/2011
"Jon Shell brought magic to our Daughter's Wedding! He is a true gentleman and talented Piper. He was reliable and open to all of our requests. I loved his sounds as they filled the air with happiness and joy! Thank you Jon!! "
- Rhonda G.
Wedding Ceremony
in Highlands, NC
on 05/21/2011
"Jon Shell was very prompt and professional. His musical abilities were superior and he was a greatly enjoyed by all the wedding party and guest. The bride and groom were especially thrilled. I highly recommend him for your special occasion too. Sincerely, Nancy Dixon"
- Nancy D.
Birthday Party (Adults)
in Mt Airy, NC
on 01/28/2012
"Jon Shell is not only a personable fellow but a professional musucian as well. He enhanced our Robert Burns Birthday Supper celebration considerably, bringing talent, good humor and wonderful music to our event.
He arrived early and graciously stayed long after our contract time. The Scottish Heritage Society of the Blue Ridge wholeheartedly recommends Jon K. Shell for any event desiring a superb piper."
- Tom S.
Jon K. Shell’s Response:
"Thanks, Tom! It was great!"
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Learn moreIn addition to Elizabethton, Jon K. Shell will also travel to Butler, Milligan College, Watauga, Johnson City, Hampton, Piney Flats, Bluff City, Mountain Home, Roan Mountain, Unicoi, Bristol, Blountville, Jonesborough, Kingsport, Erwin, Elk Park, Sugar Grove, Telford, Valle Crucis, Fall Branch, Minneapolis, Limestone, Shady Valley, Hiltons, Banner Elk, Green Mountain, Mountain City, Plumtree, Vilas, Chuckey and many other locations in and around the Elizabethton area.
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