Bill Melnyk - The Highland Piper Reviews

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Celtic Bagpiper from Gradyville, PA
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39 Reviews for Bill Melnyk - The Highland Piper

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Review by Derick G.

Corporate Function•Reviewed on May 11, 2006•From Fairton, NJ

Mr. Fox arrived early and was more than willing to play what ever songs were needed. I would highly recommend Mr. Fox to anyone in need of a Bagpiper!!!

Review by Mary Agnes O.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on January 14, 2007•From Havertown, PA

we were so very happy with Mr. Fox..his friendliness and his playing. we coild have been more specific in our requests before he performed .. we made requests on the spot that he was unfamiliar with.. more scottish tunes were necessary.. But overall it was awesome!!!

Review by Terry I.

Wedding•Reviewed on September 23, 2006•From Wilmington, DE

We appreciate Liam's perserverance in locating the church as he was given the incorrect address. He is a lovely man and an exceptionally talented one as well. Thank you.

Review by Thea H.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on January 3, 2008•From Hockessin, DE

Well I must say that I was totally dumbfounded that I could have a Bag Piper, come to my home with a less than 36 hour notice.., and graciously preform his sweet Irish tunes for a small group of my friends and family honoring my father's 90th Birthday Party..! It was absolutely a last minute effort to find some way to make his day special and I never thought it could happen. It did. Thank You Mr.Fox...! It was Wonderful..

I was sorry I couldn't quite remember "Galway Bay" for them on the pipes, so I sang it instead!

Review by Sue D.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on September 8, 2007•From Morrisville, PA

Liam was very punctual, informative & entertaining. He really added quite a dimension to our party!

Review by Tom M.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on August 20, 2006•From Gradyville, PA

Bill Melynk was a real hit. He was very professional, personable and entertaining. I would highly recommend Bill to anyone looking for a bagpiper.

Yes, I guess I do deserve that "4" on this one. After 90 minute drive to the Jersey Shore in an air conditioned car, I jumped out into high beach temperatures and humidity and began immediately playing for a birthday surprise! No time to retune the reeds or get them use to the climate change! But I had a delightful time, nonetheless!

Review by Michael K.

Corporate Function•Reviewed on February 23, 2009•From Alpharetta, GA

I was happy to fly from Philadelphia to Atlanta to play for Mr. Kane's corporate party. It turned out the venue was too small and crowded to play many tunes inside, so I ended up playing out on the deck in sub-freezing weather, with the doors closed and the sound of the pipes having to filter through the glass. It was not the best use of the pipes, and I do not recommend outdoor playing at such low temperatures. I did greatly appreciate Mr. Kane's friendliness, enthusiasm, and generosity.

Review by Jacob M.

Church Service•Reviewed on October 7, 2007•From Bel Air, MD

Liam did a wonderful job. He was on time, and very professional.

Review by Jessie W.

Funeral•Reviewed on February 23, 2009•From Hyattsville, MD

I was honored to play for Jessie Winn's Grandfather, on less than 24 hours' notice and driving for over two hours from Philadelphia to inside the Washington Beltway to do so, on Veteran's Day. I played When the Battle's O'er, Dark Isle, and Amazing Grace. And when a member of the family made the special request, Danny Boy. Several family members thanked me for my playing, and remarked favorably. I was given a 20% tip. It felt like the overall reaction was somewhat more favorable than this feeback suggests, and I regret that Jessie was not more pleased with my playing.

Review by Rose K.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on March 8, 2008•From Cherry Hill, NJ

It was lovely! Some sour notes, perhaps because of a reed, marred some of the songs. Liam is charming and the visit was delightful. RK

Yes, I had been nursing along a favorite chanter reed, and it truly did give out during the performance. I'm now busily breaking in a new reed for St. Patty's Day!

Review by Cynthia B.

Festival•Reviewed on February 23, 2009•From Allentown, PA

Review by Anne B.

Wedding•Reviewed on October 17, 2008•From Quakertown, PA

He was a pleasure to work with - very accomadating to our wedding party particularly the bride & Groom - thank you !!!

Review by Bob M.

Wedding•Reviewed on October 11, 2008•From Malvern, PA

Soon after we'd hired the Highland Piper, he went out of the wedding business and subcontracted a fellow-piper to stand in. That piper was prompt and did a nice job. We thought he'd been hired for an hour of playing, but it seemed he didn't stay that long. As the father of the bride, I was preoccupied with other things. All of a sudden, the piper was gone without saying a word. I never met him. People enjoyed his playing, nonetheless.

Review by Lois M.

Funeral•Reviewed on May 9, 2008•From Unionville, PA

Bill was ontime and so wonderful, it really made my father's service a memorible one.