Funeral•Reviewed on November 11, 2023•From San Antonio, TX
Mr Young was amazing! He was very easy to work with during a sad time for our family! So many guest of ours commented on how great he was. I can’t thank him enough.
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Thank you for your review! Your father was obviously well-loved, and I was glad to play a part in his memorial.
My best to you and your family!
Review by Arturo W.
Memorial Service•Reviewed on October 10, 2023•From San Antonio, TX
Derek Young gave a supreme performance at our event with Susan Eisenhower, granddaughter of President Eisenhower. He added flair and elegance to this memorial to President Eisenhower and other important figures of the history of Peacock Military Academy in San Antonio. He was dressed impecably and his rendering of Scottish Hymns deeply touched the attendees and made many a tear be shed. Derek is wonderful.
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Thank you for your kind words! I was honored to be a part of such a meaningful ceremony.
Review by Sarah E.
Funeral•Reviewed on August 2, 2023•From Hallettsville, TX
Fantastic, formal, professional.
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Thank you for your review! I was honored to participate in your mother's memorial.
My best to you and your family!
Review by Suzanne R.
Funeral•Reviewed on June 18, 2023•From Austin, TX
Derek played three Scottish tunes at my mom's memorial service and played them beautifully. (He may have even inspired my brother to take up the pipes again.) Thank you Derek for making my mom's send-off so lovely and unique.
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Thank you again for allowing me to be a part of your Mom's memorial. Please tell your brother I'm happy to help him get back into piping if he needs anything.
Review by Al A.
Funeral•Reviewed on June 15, 2023•From Taylor, TX
He was awesome- added a special poignancy to my son's burial
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I was honored to participate. Again, my condolences to you and your family.
Review by Margaret T.
Funeral•Reviewed on April 4, 2023•From Bertram, TX
Derek showed up on time prepared to play. We are so grateful to his professionalism and performance. His music was just perfect for my Marine husband's funeral.
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Thank you for your kind words! I was honored to participate.
Review by stephanie r.
Celebration•Reviewed on April 1, 2023•From San Antonio, TX
We plan on booking him next year!
Review by Chuck R.
Funeral•Reviewed on February 6, 2023•From Dripping Springs, TX
Derek Young was perfect for our memorial service. He was immediately responsive during booking. He was available by text and phone. He listened to our requests and helped in planning his portion of the service. He arrived early so detailed planning and placement could be fine tuned. I cannot say enough kind things about Derek and the special aspect he brought to our day. He was dignified, knowledgeable, and his performance was perfect. Derek’s musicianship was top notch. He made our special memorial even more special. We highly recommend Derek and would hire him again without reservation. Perfect!
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Thank you for this review! I'm sorry for your loss, and I was honored to be able to participate in the service.
Review by Jennifer M.
Funeral•Reviewed on November 26, 2022•From Boerne, TX
Derek helped us celebrate & honor my brother as we said our final goodbye to my brother. May he R.I.P. He was on-time & flexible when the priest asked him to play inside the church as the mass was delayed. He was amzing; very talented.
Hire him for your next event.
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Thank you for your kind words! I was honored to be able to participate in your brother's memorial.
Review by Patricia C.
Funeral•Reviewed on October 21, 2022•From Luling, TX
Review by Corbin M.
Community Event•Reviewed on September 30, 2022•From Round Rock, TX
Derek was phenomenal, AGAIN! This is the 2nd time I've worked with Derek and I could not be happier. HI professionalism is exceptional, topped only by his musical skills!
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Thank you! It was a pleasure to work with you again!
Review by kelly h.
Funeral•Reviewed on September 26, 2022•From San Antonio, TX
derek was wonderful to work with and did a superb job with the music he played for our service. he made the booking process very easy and was on top of any details and any followup that was necessary.
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Thank you for the nice review, and thank you for having me be a part of the service. All the best to you and your family!
Review by LeeAnn G.
Funeral•Reviewed on September 5, 2022•From New Braunfels, TX
Would use him again and again as well as refer him to all
My family and friends.
Review by Kimberly W.
Funeral•Reviewed on July 5, 2022•From Austin, TX
after the somewhat difficult experience of navigating this website, Derek was great. I did not meet him in person, the funeral director managed everything but the sound of the bag pipes carried throughout the church and was beautiful.
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Thank you for your review! I'm sorry for your loss, and I was honored to be able to participate in the service.
Review by Christie Z.
Funeral•Reviewed on July 5, 2022•From San Antonio, TX
I had Derek Young perform at my husband's memorial service because my husband was a bagpiper. My husband's death was unexpected, and I hadn't considered what I wanted a piper to do, only that I wanted a piper to close the service. Derek was responsive during the booking process, and his performance was perfect. He knew exactly what to do for the service, how to pace himself. Starting at the side, he marched to the center, paid tribute to my husband, then marched out. He played 4 songs with the last ones faded into the distance. There is no way to put into words the impact of that performance, and everyone said it left them in tears in the best possible way.
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Thank you for your kind words! It was an honor to participate in your husband's service. He was truly a remarkable person, and it was clear that he'll be missed by all who knew him.
Review by Dennis C.
Memorial Service•Reviewed on May 21, 2022•From San Antonio, TX
What a simply MARVELOUS performance by Derek. Derek Young was VERY accommodating to some simple changes we made to our Memorial schedule. He advised us what would sound good in the area we were located. His choice of songs and performance was so so awesome. Your dress was impeccable, your kindness, your smile and your sense of concern was noticed by everyone. All were so impressed they asked for his contact information. Even the Pastor of the Church said he had never seen such a performance. Derek Thank You for giving my brother the performance he wanted for his funeral. My brother Dave was looking down and smiling as his love for your performance was evident.
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Thank you so much for your glowing review! I was honored to be a part of your brother's service, and I was touched by your family's warmth, hospitality, and generosity. Best wishes to you all!
Review by Ronnie S.
Community Event•Reviewed on May 17, 2022•From San Marcos, TX
Good communication. Arrived on time and performance was outstanding and moving. Would hire again
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I was honored to participate. Thank you for your kind words!
Review by Julia G.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on March 27, 2022•From Bergheim, TX
Derek was super professional and his performance was exceptional!! He added a such a special touch to our Scotch Whiskey themed party!! Everyone loved his performance!!
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Thank you for your kind words! It was a great event, and I was happy to be a part of it!
Review by Jennifer J.
Corporate Function•Reviewed on March 18, 2022•From Austin, TX
Derek did a great job, was very interactive with our group and answered a lot of questions. He was very professional and the bagpipes sounded fantastic!
Review by Dennis G.
Funeral•Reviewed on February 27, 2022•From Wimberley, TX
Derek was professional in every aspect. His communications as well as the sensitivity to our family during the funeral was noted by all of us. I highly recommend him!
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Thank you for your review! I was honored to be able participate in your mother's memorial. All my best to your family!
Review by Rachel H.
Funeral•Reviewed on December 19, 2021•From Gause, TX
Derek helped me fulfill a funeral wish of my late grandmother’s. He was professional, competent, and communicated well. I hope to use him again some day under different circumstances. He made the cue perfectly and surprised and wowed all of the attendees.
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Thank you for your kind words. My best to you and your family!
Review by Emily C.
Church Service•Reviewed on November 15, 2021•From Austin, TX
I thought Derek was wonderful to work with and he was a huge asset to our worship service. I would hire him again. Thanks, Derek!
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Thank you, Emily! I enjoyed working with you, and the service was lovely -- I'm glad to have been a part of it!
Review by Rob T.
Funeral•Reviewed on November 9, 2021•From San Antonio, TX
Derek was great. My Mom had requested that Amazing Grace be played at her funeral service. We need a couple of extra songs to be played at the service, but were unsure what to have played. Derek suggested two other songs that fit perfectly. He was prompt, professional, and played beautifully.
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It was a pleasure meeting you and your family, and I was honored to play for your Mom.
Review by Mic F.
Funeral•Reviewed on October 26, 2021•From San Antonio, TX
Derek was fantastic. We had 30 family members gather at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery for our mother’s interment, and Derek’s bagpiping was just what we needed to have a sense of closure. He was on time and in tune. We received nothing but positive feedback from the whole family about Derek’s bagpiping. Thank you, again, Derek for a job well done and for being a part of this important event.
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Thank you for your kind words! I was honored to be included.
Review by Andy R.
Funeral•Reviewed on October 16, 2021•From San Antonio, TX
Outstanding job done by Derek, talent was superb and absolutely professional.
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Thank you for your kind words! It was an honor to be included in your family's service.
