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.
Review by Mary K.
Memorial Service•Reviewed on October 14, 2020•From Jamison, PA
Mr. Person played for my father's memorial service on September 12, 2020. From the first point of contact all the way up to the day of the service, Mr. Person was professional, accommodating, and just really genuine. I conveyed that my family is of Irish descent and that my father was a Vietnam Vet, and Mr. Person came fully dressed to reflect that. The one thing my Dad had wanted was a bagpiper, and I was very thankful that Mr. Person could fulfill that. The music that he played was absolutely beautiful. He helped to make what would be a sad occasion actually a peaceful one. I know my Dad was present that day and loved it. I would recommend Mr. Person to anyone!
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Mary booked me to play at her father's memorial service on a pastoral farm setting in eastern Pennsylvania. I played Irish tunes to highlight the family's heritage. As a Vietnam veteran, her father was honored by an Army honor guard team which folded the flag and a bugler who played Taps. It was great to work with Mary and her family who were very appreciative. I enjoyed meeting many of the guests who were welcoming and interested in the pipes, my attire and piping experiences.
Review by Casey B.
Funeral•Reviewed on September 12, 2020•From Red Lion, PA
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Casey booked me to play at her father-in-law's funeral at a country cemetery in Red Lion, PA. I played as the casket was being conveyed to the gravesite. The minister gave a heartfelt homily about the deceased. I followed up by playing Amazing Grace as I walked into the distance. A sad day, punctuated by cloudy, dour weather. I hoped that my playing would memorialize the event for everyone.
Review by Tim S.
Wedding•Reviewed on September 25, 2020•From Lancaster, PA
What can I say! Gus made our Wedding Day extra special and our guests loved him!!! Our guests wanted to get pictures with him, felt like more than the Married couple! Gus made the arrangement easy to come perform, he engaged with us to learn about us, recommend songs to play, informed us of the different outfits, and best of all did this twice due to COVID. Our videographer plans on having him be the lead into our video with the bagpipes playing. Gus played as our guests entered the Catholic Church and after we exited. Overall, Gus went way above and beyond, surprised our guests, and well worth the expense to add an extra touch to your event! Gus is your piper!
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Tim and Marisa hired me to play at their wedding at the Historic St. Mary's R.C. Church in downtown Lancaster, PA. I wore historic attire of an 1870s 42nd Foot piper in Drill Order in Black Watch kilt and Royal Stewart full plaid. It was a perfect day for a wedding with an idyllic venue. This wedding had originally been scheduled for the end of March, but due to the Covid virus was re-scheduled for the end of August. The Bridal Couple were great to work with and were very appreciative. I met many of the families and guests. I also got to play many Scottish and Irish favorite tunes. I almost got locked out of the parking garage, but I suppose this is an occupat
Review by Teresa P.
Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on August 31, 2020•From Fairfield, PA
Gustav Person was a delight to work with. Gus provided advice and samples (& videos) of his work for my daughter to choose. Considering these unpredictable times (due to COVID-19) we also encountered a chance of rain for the planned outdoor wedding. Gus was so flexible. He checked in often to work through our plans. I would hire him again and highly recommend him. Thank you Gus for making our daughter's wedding remarkable.
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Teresa hired me to play at her daughter's wedding at the Mansion House 1757 in Fairfield, PA. The weather turned into a perfect day. Everyone was very welcoming.
Review by Kevin Y.
Club Event•Reviewed on July 26, 2020•From Palmyra, PA
Gus was a joy to have play!
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The Palmyra American Legion hired me to play at a flag presentation ceremony on a very warm, humid day. I played for 20 minutes before the ceremony which included patriotic readings and speeches by local and state officials. After Taps, I played The Flowers of the Forest. The American Legion staff and all the guests could not have been more welcoming and appreciative.
Review by John S.
Funeral•Reviewed on June 29, 2020•From Wiconisco, PA
gus was fantastic the family at the memorials service couldn't have been more pleased.
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The local funeral home booked me to play at the funeral of a WW II Navy veteran. The funeral was held in a country cemetery in a valley surrounded by high mountains. I couldn't believe how many militar veterans, extending to the Civil War, wete buried there. I played as the urn was carried to the grave by two Navy enlisted men, one of whom played Taps during the military honors. A local quintet played The Navy Hymn while the two flags were being ceremonially folded. I finished the ceremony by playing Amazing Grace into the distance.
Review by Susan T.
Funeral•Reviewed on March 17, 2020•From Mountville, PA
Gus was at the ready when everyone arrived at the graveside. That was comforting. I would highly recommend him.
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Susan asked me to play at the gravesite funeral of her father in a rural cemetery in Lebanon County, PA. She was happy that I was able to wear Clan Cameron tartan in kilt, hose and pipe ribbons: a family tartan. She was also knowledgeable concerning pipe music, so I played Amazing Grace as the casket was being conveyed to the grave; Highland Cathedral after the Lord's Prayer; and The Flowers of the Forest after the final prayers. Her father, a minister, must have had a sizeable following since a large number of people assembled at the gravesite service. I was happy to have provided musical support for this emotional event.
Review by Kevin K.
Funeral•Reviewed on October 13, 2020•From Columbia, PA
This was my first experience with Gus and he was very professional and his performance was outstanding.
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Due to referrals, I was booked to play at the funeral of the former Chief of Police of Columbia. PA. At the St. Peter R.C. Church, I played as the casket was conveyed through the police honor guard to the hearse. At the cemetery, I played as the casket was carried by the pall bearers to the gravesite, and then played The Flowers of the Forest while moving off into the distance. The humid, misty weather made the pipes echo throughout the hills surrounding the cemetery.
Review by Matthew K.
Funeral•Reviewed on January 12, 2021•From Harrisburg, PA
Gus was responsive and professional. He was in time and prepared! Preformed great even in the cold weather!!
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Matt hired me to play at the funeral of a fire department chief in Harrisburg, PA. The interment took place on a hilltlp at the Blue Ridge Memori Gardens. Despite the very cold weather, the pipes sounded fine, and I hope that I added to the solemnity of the occasion.
Review by Elizabeth H.
Memorial Service•Reviewed on December 13, 2020•From Drexel Hill, PA
Gus was great. Arrived early, was professional and did a fabulous job playing for the service. He listened to what I wanted and then played music that was appropriate. I would highly recommend him!!
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Elizabeth hired me to play at the Collenbrook United Church at the interment of a deceased member on the church grounds. On this Saturday afternoon, about fifty people gathered to remember their colleague. I played a selection of appropriate tunes before the service; and then began the memorial with Highland Cathedral. I played Amazing Grace during the actual interment, and slow marched off into the distance. A very somber experience.
Review by Susan J.
Funeral•Reviewed on April 21, 2021•From Camp Hill, PA
Mr. Person was wonderful. Not only was he extremely talented, he was a kind, personable man. I´ve used a bag piper many times before, and I can truly say he was the best!
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I played at the funeral of a 95-year old Battle of the Bulge Army veteran, and committed Irish-American. I was proud to play O' Danny Boy as the casket was conveyed from the funeral service to the hearse.
Review by Victor D.
Club Event•Reviewed on April 16, 2021•From Bethlehem, PA
Gus Person conducted and performed excellently. From the initial connection to the good bye he was personable, enthusiastic, professional, well presented, and kind.
He was creative in his approach and performance. He made friends and represented himself excellently.
He was always responsive and on time.
Thanks Gus for coming and enjoying our Saint Bernard Club Of America National Specialty show.
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This was a very enjoyable and unusual event. I loved seeing all the St. Bernard dogs at the 82nd Annual Convention in Bethlehem, PA of the St. Bernard Dog Club of America. I played before the official opening of the day's events. The spectators and participants expressed very positive feedback, and I got to meet a lot of nice people.
Review by Robb B.
Funeral•Reviewed on April 28, 2021•From York, PA
Gus did an outstanding job assisting with a final tribute for the passing of my Father-in-Law. Family members were very touched with the Piping talent provided. Excellent Piper !
Review by David W.
Funeral•Reviewed on April 2, 2021•From Annville, PA
Gus Person played the bagpipes at my father’s funeral service. His performance and skill on the Highland bagpipe is highly professional.
I would recommend Gus to anyone looking for a musician to play at their event.
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I played at the funeral for the father of one of our band members at the Fort Indiantown Gap National Cemetery in Annville, PA. This is an evocative setting. One of our band members also conducted the religious service. I played The Flowers of the Forest at the end of the service. I also wore the full-dress uniform of a pipe major in the Black Watch. I was honored to be asked to play on this occasion.
Review by Hayley D.
Community Event•Reviewed on March 21, 2021•From Allentown, PA
Gus was great. He played beautifully and was very professional. I would hire him again. Thank you Gus!
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I was hired to play at The Udder Bar, a popular ice cream shoppe in downtown Allentown, PA. This is also where the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade begins; although the parade has been cancelled for the past two seasons. I played the Great Highland Bagpipe and the Smallpipes. There was a large crowd which also enjoyed a local Irish Dance troupe. I played four 20-minute sets. The pipes sounded great, but I was about out of breath by the end of the evening, Hayley was great to work with.
Review by Sandra M.
Funeral•Reviewed on March 31, 2021•From Mechanicsburg, PA
Absolutely wonderful!
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Sandy and Andrew hired me to play at the funeral for their brother in Mechanicsburg, PA, on a very gloomy morning. I wore Black Watch full-dress and played a number of tunes that Andrew had requested. Besides Amazing Grace, I also played the Marine Corps Hymn. Interestingly enough, a retired USMC major attended the service. The extended family had strong ties to the Marine Corps.
Review by Mike J.
Funeral•Reviewed on January 31, 2021•From Mount Joy, PA
Can’t say enough....very professional, keen awareness of our event and what was needed to honor my mother. Some examples.....we spoke earlier how my Grandfather had served in the Black Watch during WWI....Gus wore his Black Watch tartan in honor of my family. We were in a confined area, Gus played traditional songs far enough away as to create the ambiance we were looking for, without being too overbearing. And Amazing Grace as our entrance hymn, couldn’t have been performed any better. Everyone there, thought it was a great way to honor my mother. I highly recommend Gus Person
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Mike hired me to play at the funeral service for his mother at the Mary Mother of the Church in Mount Joy, PA. It was an honor to wear a kilt, pipe bag cover and drone ribbons, all in Black Watch tartan in commemoration of his grandfather. He even showed me a photo in his uniform. For a half-hour, I played a selection of laments, hymns, airs and slow marches. It was a very cold day, and fortunately, I didn't have to play outside. A number of people complimented me on my piping that day.
