Community Event•Reviewed on March 18, 2021•From Gaithersburg, MD
Gus was extremely friendly and engaging with our residents at Asbury Methodist Village!
Review by Darryl S.
Funeral•Reviewed on April 27, 2021•From Leola, PA
Thanks for accommodating on such short notice.
Review by Aaron d.
Wedding•Reviewed on May 2, 2021•From Pottstown, PA
Gus was very easy to engage; we probably would not have had the space to handle booking a piper if he had not been so flexible and motivated. He also demonstrated a lot of patience during the ceremony, when the bride was delayed entering the space and he had to play much longer than expected. Gus seemed a little disappointed that the wedding party wasn't more interested in speaking with him and having their photos taken with him, but we were very grateful that he was part of the day. A number of our guests commented on the bagpipes being a highlight.
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I was booked to play at this country wedding in a very rural setting. I played prior to the Bride's arrival, and then after the ceremony as the Bridal Couple greeted their guests. I was able to play a bit more than expected, but this was good for practice. Aaron and Emma were a very happy couple.
Review by Sara T.
Memorial Service•Reviewed on October 25, 2021•From Potomac, MD
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Sara previously saw my performance last March at the St. Patrick's Day observance at the Asbury Methodist Village Retirement Community. Following her husband's passing, she asked me to play at his Memorial Service in Potomac, MD. I played a Prelude outside the Geneva Presbyterian Church as mourners were gathering. I also played for the Processional and Recessional. Her family and guests were very friendly and very welcoming.
Review by Portia B.
Church Service•Reviewed on September 27, 2021•From Mount Joy, PA
Excellent. He was so accommodating through all the challenges we have had with scheduling during the pandemic. I have already recommended him to others. A top notch professional.
Portia Brian
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After a number of cancellations and re-scheduled dates, I played at the 300-yr Anniversary Commemoration Service at the Donegal Presbyterian Church in Mount Joy. I played for an hour as worshippers were gathering, and then played the Processional for the beginning of the service. At the end, I played Simple Gifts as a Recessional. Many people expressed their appreciation. I wore summer full-dress in Clan Cameron tartan.
Review by Michael S.
Wedding Reception•Reviewed on October 4, 2021•From York, PA
Gus was extremely professional from the scheduling to his performance. Reached out to us right away to help schedule and was a hit with our guests. Can’t recommend enough!!!
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Michael hired me to play at the wedding of his sister on a farm in eastern York County. I played for 15 minutes at the end of the cocktail hour prior to the introduction of the Bridal Couple. For the beginning of my performance, the audience was enraptured, and I received great acclaim. The family and guests were very welcoming. This was a great opportunity, and the pipes sounded very well.
Review by Sara B.
Celebration•Reviewed on September 26, 2021•From York Haven, PA
Guys went above and beyond to provide an extensive play list to choose based upon the theme of our event. He was right on time, very profession and our guests had nothing but gushing compliments. So grateful for the extra special touch he added to our event!
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As director, Sara booked me to play at the annual open house at the Red Stone Glen Fiber Arts Center in York Haven, PA. I played intermittently for two hours and took breaks to chat with the other visitors and the staff. It was a beautiful day, and perfect weather for piping. A very pleasant way to spend a Saturday afternoon.
Review by Melissa J.
Wedding•Reviewed on September 20, 2021•From Hummelstown, PA
He was great and easy to do business with , he made my wedding so memorable great guy !!! He is a must book !
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Melissa hired me to play at the renewal of her vows at the Englewood Brewery in Hummelstown, PA. This was a converted barn which turned it into an impressive venue both indoors and outdoors. It is located right next to the Hershey Medical Center. I played before the outdoor ceremony as guests were arriving by a motorized trolley. I played Highland Laddie for a Recessional, and then a number of traditional Scottish tunes for her Scottish grandmother who actually danced a jig..
Review by Bill G.
Wedding•Reviewed on September 19, 2021•From Washington, DC
Gus was the perfect choice!! He went way above and beyond in every way. A true professional, and a master piper.
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I played at the wedding for Hilary and Colin at the Dahlgren Sacred Heart Chapel on the campus of Georgetown University in Washington, DC. This was followed by the Reception at the Dumbarton House. This upscale wedding was very enjoyable. I was even able to jam with two accomplished musicians during the cocktail hour.
Review by Kelly B.
Church Service•Reviewed on September 20, 2021•From York, PA
Our church held a Blue Mass on 9/11/2021. We felt a bagpipe player would add to the event. We used Gus Persons last year and without hesistation, hired him again for the 20th anniversary of 9/11. Gus is extremely pleasant and professional. He dresses in an extremely authentic manner. He played "Abide with me" to start the procession of honor guards and priests. He finished our celebration and the exiting of the honor guard and priests with "Amazing Grace." To quote a parishioner, the program was wonderful. I know Gus added a great deal in obtaining the wonderful rating received. We will be hiring him again next year. I highly recommend Gus Persons.
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It was a great honor and pleasure to participate in the annual Blue Mass at the St. Joseph Parish Church in East York. The parishoners were all very welcoming and as a former NYS public servant, I felt a great afinity with the other attendees.
Review by Keri M.
Memorial Service•Reviewed on September 14, 2021•From Lewisburg, PA
This is the 2nd year Gus has piped at our Correctional Workers Memorial service. He is very professional and a pleasure to work with. We look forward to having him perform at our future events!
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I was booked to play at the annual Memorial Service during the commemoration of Correction Worker's Week at the U.S. Penitentiary at Lewisburg, PA. The 30 Federal Corrections Officers, who have been killed in the line of duty since 1901, were honored. The service was conducted next to the former warden's residence next to the prison which has now been converted into a museum. The weather was that of a perfect late summer day. The lament sounded sweet wafting across the valley.
Review by Sharon K.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on August 20, 2021•From Downingtown, PA
Gus was very communicative and followed-up on all the details. He was awesome to work with and very reliable. As far as his performance, it was outstanding! He greeted the birthday person and then proceeded to tell us his story about why he plays and gave information on his pipes and cultural history. He was personable and very professional. I would highly recommend him to play the pipes at any event. Thank you, Gus! You were awesome! Everyone loved it!
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Sharon hired me to play at the birthday celebration for her boss at the company office. I played outside the conference room window, and then marched through the office to the conference room where all the staff were enjoying their lunch. I played a selection of popular Irish tunes, and also a request for The Flower of Scotland. The entire staff, and the board, were extremely welcoming and everyone was very hospitable. Sharon was great to work with.
Review by Mikayla H.
Lesson•Reviewed on August 10, 2021•From Harrisburg, PA
The first lesson went extremely well. Gus was prepared and knowledgeable with his instruction.
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Mikayla contacted me through The BASH to provide bagpipe lessons. She had last played pipes in her high school marching band. She wished to expand on that experience to improve her piping and learn more about the pipes. I enjoyed meeting her and providing my own knowledge and experience to her musical abilities.
Review by John S.
Funeral•Reviewed on July 11, 2021•From Harrisburg, PA
Gus' s performance was beautiful and song choices were perfect for our dads service. He would have loved it. Thank you very much!
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The funeral service for John's father was held at the Pavilion at the East Harrisburg Cemetery. I worked closely with the family on the selection of music and other details. I actually played a lot more tunes than I usually would at an average funeral. John's family was very appreciative. It was an honor to play at this WW II veteran who died at age 98.
Review by Will K.
Wedding Reception•Reviewed on July 11, 2021•From Philadelphia, PA
Gus is a true professional, a killer performer and a wildly skilled musician. It was absolute pleasure working with him to blow the roof of my sister’s wedding. His grand entrance shall live eternal in our family memory. Extremely easy to work with, flexible on the big day despite the stress, helped cultivate the perfect song list and looks damn good in a proper Scottish kilted tuxedo!
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I was pleased to play at the black-tie wedding for Will's sister at the Masonic Temple in downtown Philadelphia. I wore the formal Price Charlie jacket and waistcoat and Royal Stewart tartan. I played the entrance march for the presentation program for the cake-cutting. Will delivered a family-oriented toast. I then played a Medley. The guests were most impressed. The Temple was a magnificent venue, dominated in the ballroom by a huge bronze statue of Benjamin Franklin. Will was great to work with.
Review by Kristin B.
Funeral•Reviewed on July 2, 2021•From Philadelphia, PA
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Kristin booked me to play at the funeral of her father, a US Navy Vietnam War veteran. The funeral service was conducted at a church in Collegeville, followed by a long drive to the Holy Sepulcher Cemetery in Philadelphia. I played traditional Irish tunes at the church. At the interment, I played Amazing Grace into the distance; followed by the Navy Hymn, The Flowers of the Forest, and other tunes.
Review by Jeremy W.
Funeral•Reviewed on July 2, 2021•From Camp Hill, PA
As a final send off for my father i found it only fitting for him to have one of his favorite instruments played. We certainly where not disappointed. With our short notice and quick planning Gus pulled through for us and played some beautiful notes for a final send off and did not disappoint with his performance.
Side note, a week later i saw him playing at Celtic Fling at the PA Renfair. Excellent job there too!!
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A fellow piper referred me to Jeremy to play at his father's funeral at the Rolling Green Cemetery in Camp Hill, PA. In an idyllic setting, surrounded by so many other veteran graves, I played as mourners were arriving. The casket, covered by an American flag, was strapped to the sidecar of a motorcycle. The cortege was escorted by a large motorcycle contingent. I played as the casket was conveyed to the grave. My performance also included a lament after Taps, and other appropriate tunes as people greeted each other after the service. There was an unusually large turn-out of friends, family and colleagues.
Review by Brian J.
Retirement Party•Reviewed on June 17, 2021•From Harrisburg, PA
Awesome
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I was hired to play at the retirement party for an Irish-American who was retiring after many years of faithful service to the state government. The party was held in McGrath's Pub in downtown Harrisburg, PA, close to the state capitol. I played a number of Irish sets, a Medley, and capped it off with Auld Lang Syne and Will Ye No Come Back Again. All the participants were very friendly and appreciative. I wore traditional Irish attire in Saffron Kilt and Plaid. The pub had an amazing beer selection.
Review by Elizabeth S.
Club Event•Reviewed on June 13, 2021•From Camp Hill, PA
Gus was absolutely amazing! He is an extremely talented bagpiper and our group loved to listen to him play. I hope more opportunities come up for me to hire him.
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I played at an International Event hosted by the Girl Scout Troop #10663 at the St. Joseph Catholic School in Camp Hill, PA. I played for the Highland Fling, danced by eleven 4th and 5th Graders, to "The Marquis of Huntley." Following the dancing, I gave a presentation on the Great Highland Bagpipe to the parents and grandparents who had gathered to watch the various programs, and then played a selection of other tunes. A most enjoyable evening.
Review by John F.
Funeral•Reviewed on May 24, 2021•From Burnham, PA
Gus Person provided an outstanding tribute during my Brothers funeral service! His professionalism and attention to detail was exemplary! Very personable and engaging! I would highly recommend using Gus Person for any detail that you may have where you want to have a piper. We gave my brother a Fireman’s funeral, and he provided that traditional fire service honor with his performance. Thank you Gus, for all you do!
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I played at the full-honors Fire Service funeral at Lewistown, PA, on 5/22/21. This was a very impressive tribute with a large gathering of service personnel, family and friends. The remains were transported in a fire department vehicle through a fire-ladder arch to the gravesite. It was my pleasure to play at the religious service and at the cemetery as well.
Review by Janine P.
Funeral•Reviewed on May 27, 2021•From McAdoo, PA
Working with Gus was as easy and professional as I could have imagined. He was punctual and incredibly talented, performing beautifully at my grandfather's funeral. We are so grateful for his services and for the wonderful memory he helped create. Thank you so much, Gus!
Review by Emily W.
Funeral•Reviewed on May 9, 2021•From York, PA
Gus was wonderful. He was very respectful and he played beautifully. All who attended was moved. I highly recommend his service to others!! You will not be disappointed.
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Emily hired me to play at the funeral of her grandmother in a country cemetery in York County, PA. It was a large gathering of family and friends. She conducted the religious interment service, and I played a selection of hymns and Scottish airs after Amazing Grace which concluded the final prayers.
Emily was very appreciative of my services.
Review by Kristine E.
Cocktail Party•Reviewed on May 10, 2021•From Tamaqua, PA
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I was hired to play during the cocktail hour of an event which honored the former principal of the Marian Catholic High School in Tamaqua, PA. The school gymnasium was being named after this worthy man. For over 30 minutes, I played a selection of Scottish and Irish tunes and hymns. I also chatted with a number of the guests who shared the Celtic heritage. My repertoire really got a work-out.
Review by Lawrence F.
Memorial Service•Reviewed on May 9, 2021•From Harrisburg, PA
He went with us.His timing was great.He was the best.
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At very short notice, I filled in for another piper at the AFL/CIO annual memorial celebration at the Laborer's Grove monument to honor workers who had died of injury or disease during the previous year. A large group, including many local leaders and politicians gathered at the site along the Susquehanna River in Harrisburg. I played as the people were gathering, and then played Amazing Grace as a floral wreath was cast into the river. I was happy to oblige the organizers and a fellow piper.
Review by Dave K.
Veteran's Day Party•Reviewed on May 14, 2021•From York, PA
He was very professional, punctual , and friendly. The music was really nice and appropriate for Veterans day. All of the invited guests commented positively on Gus’s performance. We would definitely hire Gus again to perform.
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On a cold November morning, I played at the Veterans Day Event at the North York Rotary Club at the Out Side Country Club. I played before and after the breakfast and the formal presentation. The local Civil Air Patrol provided the color guard. It was great to wear my own Awards and Decorations in addition to the uniform of a piper in the 2nd Battalion, Seaforth Highlanders.
