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Long Beach

California

I have been a professional bagpiper in Southern California since 1980. For over 20 years I was a member of the band "The Nicholson Pipes and Drums" based in Westminster, California and was a founding member. The group was started by Kathleen Nicholson from Vancouver, BC who played with the "Vancouver Ladies" under the direction of her father Pipe Sergeant Malcolm Nicholson. She was the first woman bagpiper to ever appear on television in the 1950's. Needless to say, my piping instruction was strict.

In addition to performing at weddings and memorial services, I have also appeared on CBS's "The Mentalist," NBC's "Free Agents," CBS's "Late Night with James Corden" and other television venues. I also specialize in studio session recording, special events, and church services with the Highland bagpipes, the Irish Uilleann pipes, penny whistles and other assorted Celtic instruments. I have been in pipe and/or Celtic bands since 1980 and am currently a member of the Celtic Group "Craicmore."

Every performance that I give is tailor-made to my client. I always give a prompt, professional response to any inquiry, and quite often give suggestions to those who have never incorporated a piper for an event. Please let me know how I may accommodate you with this specialized form of entertainment.

We had the best time with Dave!  Such a nice guy and great musician.  He played his bagpipes for quite awhile and our guests absolutely loved it!  Will be calling him back for next years St Patricks day party!

Dave was so professional. He was great at communicating and making sure we got what we were looking for. He really was a highlight of my father’s service. It was a beautiful moment and we heard from everyone that it really touched them during his performance. 

I would highly recommend Dave to play for your event.  He was on time, professional, and great at communication.   

Live at the Redlands Bowl - Highland Cathedral/ Glasgow City Police

Penny Whistle (live on stage)

Penny Whistle (live on radio)

Celtic Flute

Uilleann (Irish) Bagpipes

Bagpipes with Millennial Choir and Orchestra (Dress Rehearsal)

Highland Bagpipes

Scene from NBC's "Free Agents" with Hank Azaria

George Takei/ Brad Altman Wedding

Late Late Show with James Corden "Nuzzle Whaaa?"

Rock 'n' Roll Bagpipes!

Late Late Show with James Corden "Mystery Pizza Box"

C B S - The Mentalist

Scattering at Sea

Classical Flute Demo

The Suite Life of Zack and Cody

Bagpipes

Piano

Flute

Celtic Bagpipes

Scotland the Brave

Mairi's Wedding

Glasgow City Police (my signature tune!)

Amazing Grace

The Highland Cathedral

Mull of Kintyre

The Skye Boat Song

The Piper's Waltz

Notre Dame Victory March

...and the USC one too! (Fight On!)

Happy Birthday to You

...and many other up-beat tunes!

Dave showed up early and my guest were late so Dave ad libbed and stood out front of my house and greeted everyone with music.  It was wonderful!!

I would highly recommended him!! His music was great and he has a wonderful personality and was very social with the guests.  

Sandy DeAngelis 3/17/18

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