John Bottomley: Champion Piper! Celtic Bagpiper from Bethlehem, PA
Will travel up to 225 miles
- Avg 5.0 | 30 Reviews
- 48 Verified Bookings
- Member Since 2009
- 3 Awards & Badges
- Starting at $150 per event
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In a field where far too many people believe all they have to do is put on the uniform and that makes them pipers, I have done the work to make myself a true master of the instrument and professional performer. This year in fact I became the professional champion of the entire Eastern United States Pipe Band Association. Of course, I always perform in authentic highland dress, for either day wear or formal evening wear. I have performed onstage with the Chieftains and composed and performed original piping music for the feature film Trooper. All this experience has made me a complete performer, not just someone in a kilt. I learned to play bagpipes from some of the most respected players in the world, including Jim McIntosh, MBE, and John MacLellan, MBE. I win prizes at the HIGHEST competitive level of piping all across the country and am currently ranked second in the United States. For eight years in a row I was awarded the prize as the best piper of the day at the Round Hill Highland Games in Connecticut. As Pipe-Sergeant of the world famous Oran Mor Pipe Band I led the band to the finals at the World Championships in our first appearance. Beverly Sills invited me to play at the New York City Opera for Brigadoon, and I have performed at Carnegie Hall, in Boston with The Boston Pops, Shakespeare in the Park in New York, and for many years I was a featured performer at New York City's renowned Eagle Tavern. I have played at occasions ranging from weddings and funerals to special concerts, educational events, and promotional performances for nearly 40 years. I provide the finest and most professional piping for all my clients, working with you in advance of your event to ensure your absolute satisfaction.
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