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PIPER FOR HIRE ABOUT BAGPIPE ADVICE TUITION GALLERY FOR SALE LINKS P I P E R F O R H I R E WEDDINGS FUNERALS REPERTOIRE PRICES CONTACT My name is Ross Bates and I am available 7 days a week to play the bagpipes in Melbourne and country Victoria. I have been playing the bagpipes as a soloist and in bands for the last 29 years and have a wealth of professional experience. Among my achievements was being part of the Grade 1 World Championship Pipe Band of 1998. Please see here to read more about my background. As a solo piper, I provide a unique combination musical variety and visual impact, at a fair price. Weddings start at a reasonable $220 and Funerals an affordable $200. I am available for any of the following: 
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The uniform worn will include a traditional Scottish kilt in the Red Robertson or Ancient Murray Of Athol tartans. Click here for prices. Please contact me on 03 9744 4098 or 0427 181 164 if I can be of assistance. My email is rabates@iprimus.com.au W E D D I N G S A solo piper at a Wedding is a cost-effective way of providing formal and informal music before, during and after the ceremony. Without the need for amplification, I am easily able to situate myself in an ideal location relative to the guests and the ceremony itself. I am happy to perform at any part of the ceremony and can recommend suitable music if required. I can provide any or all of the following:
F U N E R A L S A well played bagpipe at a funeral adds an air of grace and dignity to the occasion that few instruments can match. It is important that the piper is sensitive to the wishes of the bereaved, hence I am more than willing to play any special requests and to fit in with your requirements. By their nature, funerals are organised at short notice, however this not an issue for me as I am readily available throughout the week. I can provide any or all of the following:
R E P E R T O I R E The following represents a small sampling of my repertoire. They are typical of tunes that should be well known to many of the general public. Most of the tunes listed here are Scottish in origin with some also being Irish. With enough notice, any tune could be played within reason, however it should be noted that not all pieces of music will effectively transfer to the bagpipe. 2/4 M A R C H E S Highland Laddie - The Barren Rock's Of Aden - The Brown Haired Maiden - A Man's A Man For A' That - Jenny's Bawbee - The High Road To Gareloch - The 42nd Highlanders - Choirechoiles - Marie's Wedding - The Black Bear - Highland Wedding 4/4 M A R C H E S Scotland The Brave - The Badge Of Scotland - Scots Wha Hae - Will Ye No Come Back Again? - We're No' Awa' Tae Bide Awa' - Lochlomond - Bonnie Galloway - The Rowan Tree - The Blue Bells Of Scotland - The Minstrel Boy - Maggie - Silver Threads Amongst The Gold - The Bonnie Lass O' Fyvie - I Love A Lassie - Stop Your Ticklin' Jock - The Earl Of Mansfield 6/8 M A R C H E S Bonnie Dundee - A 100 Pipers - Cock O' The North - Hot Punch - The Muckin' O' Geordie's Byre - Dovecote Park - 10th H.L.I. Crossing The Rhine - Bengullion - Atholl Highlanders - Auld Adam - Dr. Ross's 50th Welcome To The Argyllshire Gathering 3/4 R E T R E A T S Lochanside - Green Hills Of Tyrol - When The Battle's O'er - Dr. Runcie - The Banks Of Allan Water - Shoals Of Herring - Dream Valley Of Glendaruel A I R S, H Y M N S & L A M E N T S Amazing Grace - The Day Thou Gavest Lord, Is Ended - Abide With Me - Flowers Of The Forest - Going Home - Highland Cathedral - The Mist Covered Mountains - Thug Mi Gaol - Lord Lovat's Lament - Summertime - Mhorag Duncan - Fair Jean - Dark Island W A L T Z E S The Flower Of Scotland - The Skye Boat Song - An Old Irish Air - The Iona Boat Song - Morag Of Dunvegan - Highland Cradle Song - The Old Knife Grinder's Spring Song - Comin' Through The Rye - The Northern Lights Of Aberdeen - My Home - Black Velvet Band - The Saffron Kilt - O Gin I Were A Baron's Heir - Loch Tay Boat Song - Those Endearing Young Charms A U S T R A L I A N The Road To Gundagai - South Australia - Waltzing Matilda - We Are Australian C H R I S T M A S Jingle Bells - Deck The Halls - God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen - Good King Wenceslas - Come All Ye Faithful V A R I O U S Auld Lang Syne - Happy Birthday - Orkney Wedding With Sunrise - Mull Of Kintyre - Ode To Joy - Trumpet Voluntary - The Lord Of The Dance - Danny Boy* * Please note that Danny Boy is an Irish song that goes well beyond the scale of the Highland bagpipe, however these limitations can be partially overcome with some improvisation on the part of the piper. P R I C E S The following are my standard fees for the Melbourne metropolitan area. Please note that for those in country Victoria, there may be a small travelling surcharge. There may also be additional cost depending on the time required, but this would be a rare occurence. My fees include an optional consultation at our home address to audition tunes demonstrated on the bagpipes. 30 minutes is normally enough time for this or you may prefer to organise everything over the phone or via email. W E D D I N G S & G E N E R A L P I P I N G E N G A G E M E N T S Solo Piper: $220 Duet: $380 F U N E R A L, C O M M I T T A L & M E M O R I A L S E R V I C E S Solo Piper: $200 Duet: $350 N E W Y E A R' S E V E  Solo Piper: $350 Duet: $580 C O N T A C T A D D R E S S Ross Bates, 27 Harcombe Drive, Sunbury, Victoria. 3429. H O M E P H O N E 03 9744 4098 M O B I L E P H O N E 0427 181 164 E M A I L rabates@iprimus.com.au Ross Bates, 27 Harcombe Drive, Sunbury, Victoria, Australia, 3429. Phone: 03 9744 4098 Mobile: 0427 181 164 rabates@iprimus.com.au ABN: 24 591 526 576 Website created and maintained by Ross Bates Last updated 09/06/2009 |