Wedding•Reviewed on July 6, 2019•From Philadelphia, PA
Gustav and Josiah did an amazing job at my daughter’s wedding. Your attention to detail was impeccable, and arrived early to make sure everything was ready for the ceremony.
Thank you both!
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Josephine and her husband booked Josiah and I to play at their daughter's wedding at the Union Trust (a renovated bank) in downtown Philadelphia. This was an impressive venue. We arrived early for the rehearsal, and later took our time warming-up and dressing. We did a lot of piping to the delight of the guests who were all seated below on the main floor. Josephine did a lot of planning in terms of the selection of tunes, and we played some of our own favorites. We were invited to stay for the cocktail hour and the dinner which was certainly delicious. It was a long drive, but certainly worthwhile.
Review by Shelley M.
Memorial Service•Reviewed on July 15, 2019•From Allenwood, PA
Mr. Person did an outstanding job at our Memorial event and we would highly recommend him to
other colleagues. He was very accommodating to our song selection.
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I received a very kindly Letter of Appreciation from Warden H. for my performance at the annual Corrections Officer Memorial Service at the United States Penitentiary at Allenwood, PA. All the employees I met were both welcoming and appreciative. It was an honor to be invited to play "Amazing Grace" and "The Flowers of the Forest" during this service. I would be pleased to be invited back again next year.
Review by Cheryl A.
Funeral•Reviewed on June 23, 2019•From York, PA
Gus was very accommodating to all our requests. Very professional. Perfect sendoff for my beloved husband.
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Cheryl booked me to play at her husband's funeral at St. Joseph's R.C. Church in York. PA. I played outside the front door before the Funeral Mass began, and then later escorted the casket to the Bell Tower area where Military Honors were conducted. After Taps, I played "The Flowers of the Forest" and "Going Home." It was an honor to participate in this engagement.
Review by David M.
Funeral•Reviewed on June 15, 2019•From Gettysburg, PA
Mr. Person was AMAZING! Not only is he a great bagpiper, but Gus is a true gentlemen. We were privileged and honored to have him share his talent with us.
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I was booked to play at the interment of David's parents in Evergreen Cemetery in Gettysburg, PA. On a beautiful, breezy day, I played "Shenandoah" as the mourners gathered for the service. Two U.S. Naval Reserve Sailors played Taps and folded the American flag over the grave. I played "The Flowers of the Forest" as the traditional lament; and then "Amazing Grace" as I moved off into the distance. David was very gracious in inviting me to his home for food and drink; an opportunity to meet his family and friends; and a chance to play a few more tunes on the pipes. Thank you, David.
Review by John S.
Funeral•Reviewed on August 21, 2019•From Halifax, PA
Gus was fantastic!
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On a very warm, humid day, I played at the funeral of an Army veteran in Halifax, PA. Also participating were a VFW Honor Guard which fired the three volleys, and two PA National Guardsmen who played Taps and folded the National Flag. Fortunately the interment was held under a large tree which provided welcome shade. I played as the casket was being conveyed to the grave, and then "Amazing Grace" after the final prayers and military honors.
Review by Dwight M.
Celebration•Reviewed on August 15, 2019•From Harrisburg, PA
Mr. Person worked on very short notice to play for my mother’s surprise 90th birthday celebration at the Harrisburg area assisted living community where she has lived 12 years. Mother, other residents, and staff truly enjoyed Mr. Person’s 30-minute presentation, played on both the traditional Highland pipes as well as the small pipes. Appearance, demeanor, talent, and personal attention to those in attendance far exceeded expectations. E-mail exchanges with Mr.Person before and following the event made planning the details easy and provided my wife and me with Scottish attire information that will be most helpful in dressing the part to show our Scottish heritage.
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Dwight M. booked me to play at his mother's 90th Birthday Party at the Assisted Living facility. This was a great surprise for her and the other residents. I played Scottish and Irish tunes on the Great Highland Bagpipe and the Smallpipes, including "Happy Birthday." I also stayed afterward to talk to the residents and answer their questions.
This was really a pleasurable engagement, and I was happy to spread some Celtic culture.
Review by Danielle C.
Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on August 10, 2019•From Fogelsville, PA
Gus Person was fantastic. We will definitely be using him in the future again. It was such a special addition to our wedding day. ??
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I played for Danielle and Mike's wedding at the Glasbern Inn near Allentown. This was a perfect weather day and the venue was idyllic in the rolling hills of eastern Pennsylvania. Dani asked me to play before the ceremony, and after the ceremony as guests were moving downhill to the cocktail hour. It was a pleasure to work with Dani and play all her Irish requests.
Review by Bethany E.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on August 18, 2019•From Hershey, PA
Gus was phenomenal at my son’s 8th birthday! All the guests enjoyed his performance, and my son has already requested to him back another time!
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I met Bethany and her son, Jameson, who originally wished to learn to play the bagpipes. He will need to be a few years older, but I was also booked to play at his birthday party in Hershey, PA. It was a very warm afternoon, but everyone got into the pool to cool off. I played some extensive Irish sets (in the shade!), and also got to meet the other guests. It was a very pleasant way to spend a Sunday afternoon.
Review by Ruth N.
Wedding•Reviewed on October 28, 2019•From Chalfont, PA
Gus was very professional thru the entire process. He was readily available if we had any questions and was in contact with us to make sure we knew what music we wanted him to play as well as what he was going to wear. Everyone commented on how great it was to have the bagpiper playing before and after church. He did an amazing job and I would highly reccomend him.
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I played at the wedding of Catherine and Mike at St. Jude's Church in Chalfont, PA. This was a lovely day. I wore traditional Irish full-dress with Saffron kilt and plaid with Tara Brooch. I played before and after the ceremony with special Irish tunes selected by the Bride's grandmother. The reception and appreciation from the many guests could not be surpassed. Everyone was exceptionally welcoming.
Review by LAUREN C.
Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on October 21, 2019•From Cockeysville, MD
Gus was so easy to work with and very professional! Such a great job! Thank you for being a special part on our special day!!
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Lauren booked me to play at her wedding to Daniel in Cockeysville, MD.
The early Autumn weather was perfect for a wedding. I played before the ceremony as guests are arriving, and afterwards as the guests were socializing. Daniel asked me to play "Scotland the Brave," among other familiar tunes. I wore the full-dress of a piper in the 2nd Battalion, Seaforth Highlanders in MacKenzie tartan.
Review by Heather L.
Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on October 27, 2019•From Millersville, PA
Gus provided my son's wedding with a beautiful rendition of Scotland the Brave. His performance was a surprise to all of our guests, and his delivery was super SPOT ON!!! Following that song, he mingled with the guests and played a few familiar tunes before leaving. Gus dressed professionally and responded to me absolutely as requested!!! Thank you Gus!!! Aye!
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Heather and I worked closely together. She had me play at the wedding of her son at the family estate and barn venue. I wore the No. 1 Dress of a piper in the Scots Guards. This was a complete surprise to almost everyone. Heather picked out the music she wanted me to play, and I included "The Brown Haired Maiden" because the Bride, Rachel, was a brunette.
Review by Mary Ellen R.
Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on September 21, 2019•From Palmerton, PA
I hired Gus to play at my niece’s wedding. He was fabulous! He was professional and personable, and personalized everything about his appearance and performance to the event, not missing one detail. His appearance was a surprise for most of the guests and was truly appreciated by all! Since our family is Irish, he made sure to dress in appropriate attire and helped us choose just the right songs. When I told him that one of my sisters hadn’t arrived when he played her favorite song, he made sure he played it again later for her! He’s very talented as well as a very nice man. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him or hire him again myself! Thank you Gus!
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I was hired to play at a wedding at the Blue Mountain Ski Resort in the Pocono Mountains. This was a very idyllic and impressive setting. The outdoor ceremony set the scene for a repertoire of Irish tunes. Both families were extremely welcoming and I posed for a wealth of photos. It was a long drive but well worth the time and energy. Mary Ellen introduced me to her large family who I enjoyed meeting and chatting with. Thanks for hiring me and making me part of this memorable day.
Review by Andrew H.
Funeral•Reviewed on August 25, 2019•From Jonestown, PA
Very pleased. Gus was very professional and accommodating as to where he was going to play since it was a very small church. His music was gorgeous and made the service so beautiful. Thank you Gus for your beautiful music and professionalism.
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Andrew booked me to play at the funeral of his grandmother in a United Methodist Church in Lebanon County, PA. I played before the service as mourners were arriving, and then played "Amazing Grace" after the prayers. I played outside as the sanctuary was very small and seating was limited. Andrew's grandmother had always wanted bagpipes to be played at her funeral.
Review by Jay P.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on November 26, 2019•From Mechanicsburg, PA
Gus was great. He came early and stayed late. He was there to entertain my mother on her 98th birthday, which he did, but in the process, he entertained the entire staff as well as all in the Skilled Nursing facility. His bag piping skills are very good. He accommodated all requests and played all the favorites. I would DEFINITELY call Gus for other events.
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Jay hired me to play at a birthday party for his mother at an assisted living facility. She was actually turning 98 that day! I played in the Activity Room for all the residents by demonstrating the Great Highland Bagpipe and the Smallpipes. I then played in a smaller room for other family members who had arrived. Jay and his family were especially appreciative.
Review by Cat K.
Wedding Reception•Reviewed on November 25, 2019•From Gap, PA
Gus was truly great from inquiry to booking to the wedding. Would 100% recommend him for any event -- he was professional, attentive, flexible and reasonably priced. He put on a fantastic performance and the bagpipes were a much loved part of the wedding celebration! Thank you so much!
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Cat booked me to play at her brother's wedding in the renovated barn at the White Chimneys Farm in Gap, PA. Although I also brought my Smallpipes, the acoustics for the Great Highland Bagpipe were fantastic. I played for the Processional and Recessional, and also during the cocktail hour. The Father of the groom was especially welcoming, and I received a number of thank-you' s from the guests. A great occasion!
Review by KEVIN G.
Funeral•Reviewed on November 14, 2019•From Sunbury, PA
Excellent
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Kevin hired me to play at his father's funeral in Sunbury, PA This was a very cold day and the officiant allowed me to play inside the church as people were arriving. I played after the Mass, and then at the cemetery as the casket was being conveyed to the grave. I played "The Flowers of the Forest" as a lament, and then "Amazing Grace," as people began to disperse. Snowed covered the ground around us on the hillsides.
Review by Hannah C.
Memorial Service•Reviewed on January 5, 2020•From East Berlin, PA
Gus was available last minute to play at my father's informal graveside memorial service. Gus was communiciative, professional, & obliging. He made suggestions of appropriate music, chatted with our guests, and played beautifully. Though the weather the had potential to be bad, he didn't mind playing if it rained, and he advised me on how that would affect his bagpipes so I knew what to expect. It didn't rain, and it was a huge comfort when he let my mother and I know the weather was actually perfect for bagpipes, and that our location would ensure the music traveled far into the countryside. I'd absolutely book Gus again, though hopefully for a more cheerful event.
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On a damp, dreary Saturday afternoon, I played in a rural country cemetery for the funeral of Hannah's f father. We planned the music together for a Scottish event. The pipes echoed beautifully throughout the countryside. Hannah even asked me to repeat "Amazing Grace." After a family toast of Scotch Whiskey, I played "Leaving Liverpool," certainly an upbeat family favorite tune. I was happy to participate in this meaningful event.
Review by Elizabeth H.
Wedding•Reviewed on December 28, 2019•From Horsham, PA
Gus was amazing! With a hopeful December outdoor wedding he was accommodating to have an indoor option as back up. He was so pleasant and stopped with guests to discuss and converse about his profession. He truly added to our wedding and would recommend him to anyone who wanted that unique touch.
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The wedding afternoon of Elizabeth and Bryan at The Manor House at Commonwealth started with cloudy, dreary and cold weather. Just before the ceremony started, the sun came out on what was an outdoor, but covered venue. I played before the ceremony, and as the Groomsmen entered the scene. Elizabeth also wanted me to play "The Road to the Isles" for the Handfast. I had a lengthy chat in the dining room with her father before the ceremony. As a native Scotsman, he had a lot of memories to recount.
Review by Deidre S.
Private Party•Reviewed on December 28, 2019•From Lancaster, PA
It was a great surprise for our guests! Definitely unexpected. People were enjoying the carols in particular.
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Deidre booked me to play at her Christmas Party in her beautiful home in Lancaster City, PA. The large, impressively furnished house was open to many guests. I played a number of Christmas Carols and other Scottish and Irish favorites. I also chatted with a number of her guests, some of whom shared my military service interests. Deidre and her husband Bill, were certainly welcoming and hospitable.
Review by Elaine S.
Wedding•Reviewed on February 23, 2020•From Havre de Grace, MD
Gus was an absolute dream! I couldn't have asked for a better bagpipe experience at our wedding. I can't say enough about how professional, kind, flexible, and talented he is. I particularly appreciated how responsive he was to our emails and the patience he displayed in response to my indecisive nature. My mother was also VERY excited that she got to "pay the piper."
10/10 would absolutely 1000% recommend to anyone considering booking Gus for an event.
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Thank you, Elaine, for hiring me to play at your wedding at the Vandiver Inn in Havre de Grace on the banks of the Susquehanna River in Maryland. This was an Irish wedding, so I played in full-dress attire in Saffron Kilt and plaid, and Caubeen. I played as guests were arriving, and then for the Processional. I closed out the tunes after the ceremony as the guests were moving to the cocktail hour.
Everyone was very welcoming, especially the Bride's mother.
Review by Kelly B.
Church Service•Reviewed on November 15, 2020•From York, PA
Gus Person is a very talented individual. The Blue Mass we put together had a great value added concept with the addition of Gus. Gus is a very good communicator. Very professional. Very honest and humble. Several parishioners were in tears after Gus played "Amazing Grace" to close out the Mass. I would highly recommend Gus and if we have another Blue Mass or other opportunity to use him, we certainly will.
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On Friday evening, I played at the local Knights of Columbus Blue Mass at the St. Joseph R.C. Parish Church. The first Blue Mass was held in 1934 in Washington, D.C. for public servants who wore blue uniforms. I was proud to be there as a retired NYS parole officer. My uniform also honored the late Pipe Major Angus MacDonald who died 21 year ago. I played two tunes: Abide With Me to begin the Mass, and Amazing Grace as a Recessional. I accompanied the pianist, flautist and vocalist.
Review by Rita B.
Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on October 11, 2020•From Lewisberry, PA
I hired Gus as a surprise for my Irish fiance on our wedding day. He sent me his Piping Repertoire which contains many popular Irish and Scottish tunes that I could choose from.
Gus was very professional, his musical talents were clear.
He arrived wearing traditional Irish attire, lending itself to his wonderful performance.
Our Wedding took place on a lake where even strangers in boats and kayaks stopped to listen to his amazing Piping. We would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for that extra touch on their special occasion.
Rita and Kevin
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I was pleased to play at the wedding of Kevin and Rita at the Pinchot State Park in Lewisberry, PA. I led the wedding party and guests onto a promontory which jutted out into Warrington Lake. I played a selection of Irish pipe tunes before and after the wedding ceremony. I wore traditional Irish attire based on the uniform of a piper in the Royal Irish Regiment as the groom's family had emigrated from Northern Ireland. I also had the opportunity to speak to a number of the guests. The groom was certainly surprised by my performance!
Review by Kirsty L.
Wedding•Reviewed on October 12, 2020•From Lewisberry, PA
Gus was absolutely amazing! He was able to play both my specific song requests for my wedding ceremony and it was beautiful!! He was so kind and made my wedding ceremony exactly what we always pictured it would be!!
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Kirsty first contacted me in January 2019 as part of her wedding planning. After a number of re-schedules due to site cancellations and the Covid virus, the wedding was held at the Lauxmont Farm in Wrightsville, PA. Kirsty had me play on a hillside above the wedding ceremony location. Her family, who are Scottish, were very glad to see me there. I played a number of Kirsty's selections and a few of my own. This was a great wedding celebration!
Review by Susan D.
Funeral•Reviewed on October 10, 2020•From Bloomsburg, PA
Gus was very personable. He played beautifully at the funeral
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As a family friend, Susan booked me to play at the funeral in Bloomsburg, PA. This was held in a modern church downtown. I played before the Mass, and again as people were leaving the Sanctuary. I was also invited for refreshments and fellowship at the family home. A sad day, but one I hoped was memorialized by the pipes.
Review by Deborah K.
Funeral•Reviewed on October 4, 2020•From Tower City, PA
A tribute to My Mom to play Amazing Grace After her Funeral. Unfortunately, I found her wishes after her passing. So yesterday her wishes were honored. Thank you Gus.
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Deborah booked me to play at her mother's gravesite in a rural cemetery in Williamstown, PA. Her mom had died last November, and her family, in going through her papers, discovered that she wished to have the pipes played at the funeral. I complied by playing Amazing Grace and The Flowers of the Forest. The pipes sounded lovely along the hillside in this serene setting.
