Joseph Sommers - Bagpiper - Muskego, WI - Hero Main
Joseph Sommers - Bagpiper - Muskego, WI - Hero Gallery 1
Joseph Sommers - Bagpiper - Muskego, WI - Hero Gallery 2
Joseph Sommers - Bagpiper - Muskego, WI - Hero Gallery 3
Joseph Sommers - Bagpiper - Muskego, WI - Hero Gallery 4

Joseph Sommers Bagpiper from Muskego, WI

Will travel up to 100 miles

  • Avg 5.0 | 77 Reviews
  • 151 Verified Bookings
  • Member Since 2010
  • 12 Awards & Badges
  • Accepts Online Payment
  • Starting at $200 per event

About Vendor 

Learn more about this vendor for your event.

“Need a piper? Of course you do!” My tagline was developed after many years of bagpiping for family events. My mother would always ask if I brought my bagpipes, and if I could play for the family gathering. Yes, of course! When her brother Tommy died, she forgot to ask. I brought my bagpipes to the funeral and my mother realized she forgot to ask and indeed really wanted them. When the same thing happened when her brother Patrick died, I realized that many people want bagpipes for the big events in their lives, but they forget to ask. I learned to play the pipes as a child, with the Kilties in Stevens Point in the 60s. When I came to Milwaukee for work in the 80s I honed my skills by playing for the Milwaukee & District and Billy Mitchell bands for over a dozen years. These were years of playing as a group in parades, shows, and competitions. I enjoyed the challenge of competition both solo and as a band. My love is to play solo. I have played in the wilderness of the Minnesota Quetico, at fly-ins in Canada, for scouting events, around State Parks at dusk, in Scotland (including the Glencoe Mountains, which I consider one of the most spectacular places in Scotland), and at many family gatherings. I play because I enjoy it, and because people love to hear me play. My pipes are strong and clear, with an even tone, and evoke strong emotions in those who hear them. Pipes make a happy event like a wedding even more joyful and an event like a funeral all the more dignified and honorable.

Services 

View a list of services offered by this vendor.

Reviews 

Check out these verified reviews from bookings on The Bash.

Avg 5.0 | 77 Reviews

See all 77 Reviews

Sort:

Review by Don B.

FuneralReviewed on August 26, 2023From Madison, WI

Joe was terrific and was a wonderful addition to our graveside service. Communication leading up to the event was outstanding. Highly recommend.

Review by Kelly K.

Wedding CeremonyReviewed on May 10, 2023From Burlington, WI

Joe was phenomenal and exceded all of my expectations. He even coordinated with our priest before the ceremony to decide when to start playing. We are continuing to get complements from our wedding guests on how amazing he was. THANK YOU JOE!!

Review by Diane T.

Church ServiceReviewed on March 31, 2023From Mayville, WI

Joe was very respectful. I hired him to play Amazing Grace at a police funeral and his contribution helped make this event memorable and meaningful for the family and friends.

Awards & Badges 

See why this vendor is top rated on The Bash.

Song List 

Get a feel for the songs performed by this vendor. Contact them directly for special requests.

  • Amazing Grace
  • Atholl and Breadalbane Gathering
  • Balmoral
  • Caubeen Trimmed with Blue
  • Cock O' The North
  • Colonel MacLeod
  • Flower of Scotland
  • Happy Birthday
  • Highland Cathedral
  • Highland Laddie
  • Loudon's Bonny Woods and Braes
  • Mairi's Wedding
  • Molly Connell
  • O'er the Bows to Ballindalloch
  • Scarce O'Tatties
  • Scotland the Brave Corporate Event
  • Taps
  • The Billy Mitchell Scottish
  • The Caledonian Canal
  • The Wedding March Video
  • Troy's Wedding - Chicago
  • Wadi Akarit - Arrival of the Bride
  • Wearing of the Green
  • When the Battle's Over
  • Wings Before Wedding

Booked Events 

: The Bash Verified Bookings

Upcoming Events

July 5, 2024 • Wedding
Fri5:30 PM - 5:45 PM Oconomowoc, WI

Past Events

February 24, 2024 • Funeral
Sat4:00 PM - 4:15 PM Antioch, IL
January 27, 2024 • Banquet
Sat7:00 PM - 7:45 PM Fontana, WI
October 21, 2023 • Funeral
Sat2:00 PM - 2:30 PM Oshkosh, WI
October 21, 2023 • Funeral
Sat12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Bonduel, WI
August 26, 2023 • Funeral
Sat11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Madison, WI
July 29, 2023 • Wedding Reception
Sat6:30 PM - 7:00 PM Lake Geneva, WI
April 22, 2023 • Wedding Ceremony
Sat3:00 PM - 3:30 PM Burlington, WI
March 30, 2023 • Church Service
Thu12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Mayville, WI
March 17, 2023 • Wedding Reception
Fri6:30 PM - 6:45 PM Milwaukee, WI
January 21, 2023 • Funeral
Sat12:00 PM - 12:30 PM Hales Corners, WI
December 10, 2022 • Funeral
Sat11:00 AM - 11:15 AM New Berlin, WI
October 15, 2022 • Wedding Reception
Sat5:30 PM - 6:00 PM Lake Geneva, WI

Share Joseph Sommers

Information displayed on this page is courtesy of Joseph Sommers

Plan, book, celebrate—with confidence

Find Bagpipers in Muskego, WI to bring your event to life.

Badge with check mark

Trusted Vendors

With verified reviews and thousands of ratings, it's easy to book the perfect Bagpipers for all types of events in Muskego, WI—no matter how big or small.

credit card protected by a shield

Free Booking Platform

It's free to book and make secure online payments through The Bash. Once the booking for your selected Bagpiper is confirmed, it's covered by our Booking Guarantee.

envelope and phone with 5 stars

Top-Rated Service

Our US based team of Account Specialists are here to help every step of the way. Since 1997, we've connected planners with vendors for over half a million events.