Derek Young Reviews

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Bagpiper from San Marcos, TX
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Starting at $250 per event

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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!!

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!

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

Thank you for your kind words! It was an honor to be included in your family's service.

Review by Susan G.

Club Event•Reviewed on September 12, 2021•From New Braunfels, TX

Derek was so easy to work with when planning our tribute to 9/11 while also celebrating our 60th year of Wurstfest. He is so talented and surpassed my expectations. If you are looking for a bagpiper I highly recommend using Derek.

Thank you for your kind words, and for having me there! It was an honor to be included in your 9-11 tribute.

Review by Marcus C.

Funeral•Reviewed on August 29, 2021•From Bulverde, TX

We were very pleased with Derek. He came when we asked and did just as we needed and did a beautiful job. We also feel the pricing was reasonable.

Thank you for having me there. It was an honor to be able to participate in remembering such amazing person!

Review by Greg W.

Country Club Event•Reviewed on July 21, 2021•From San Antonio, TX

Derek was professional, authentic, punctual, reliable and pleasure to work with. Great start to our golf tournament and got everyone in the spirit!

Thanks again for having me out -- it was a great event!

Review by Leigh S.

Wedding•Reviewed on June 6, 2021•From Boerne, TX

Great job! Bride was surprised and thrilled!

Thanks for having me out! Congratulations on a great wedding!

Review by Robbye C.

Private Party•Reviewed on May 30, 2021•From Dripping Springs, TX

He as an excellent musician, very knowledgeable about his instrument, and was entertaining and professional. I would highly recommend!

Thanks for your kind words, and thanks again for having me out -- it was a pleasure!

Review by Michael S.

Funeral•Reviewed on January 11, 2021•From San Antonio, TX

Review by Jessica M.

Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on October 19, 2020•From Salado, TX

It was so great having Derek play for the recessional of our wedding ceremony. His performance was a surprise, and he was so accommodating to help keep the secret until the event. I would highly recommend him as a musician!

Review by Sophie L.

School Assembly•Reviewed on August 20, 2020•From Austin, TX

Review by Andera M.

Funeral•Reviewed on June 21, 2020•From Austin, TX

He was FANTASTIC!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks for your kind words. It was an honor to play for a fellow Longhorn! My best to you and your family.

Review by Emily B.

Funeral•Reviewed on February 24, 2020•From Cedar Park, TX

Derek was absolutely wonderful. I hired him to play for my dads funeral and he was beyond professional and accommodating. He was approachable and responded immediately to my ever changing requests. I’m so very thankful to have found him.

Thank you, Emily! I'm glad I was able to help. My best to you and your family.

Review by Meredith R.

Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on December 30, 2019•From Austin, TX

Derek performed perfectly at our wedding. He helped us adjust our selections to best fit the bagpipe and was a wonderful addition to our special day!

Thanks for your kind words, Meredith! It was a pleasure to play for your wedding. Best wishes and congratulations!

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