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Muskego

Wisconsin

“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.


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

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!!

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.

Scotland the Brave Corporate Event

Amazing Grace at Corporate Event

Amazing Grace Graveside

Atholl and Breadalbane Gathering

Caubeen Trimmed with Blue

Cock O' The North

Flower of Scotland

Highland Cathedral

The Billy Mitchell Scottish

The Wedding March Video

Troy's Wedding - Chicago

Wadi Akarit - Arrival of the Bride

Wings Before Wedding

Bagpipes

Amazing Grace

Balmoral

Colonel MacLeod

Happy Birthday

Highland Laddie

Loudon's Bonny Woods and Braes

Mairi's Wedding

Molly Connell

O'er the Bows to Ballindalloch

Scarce O'Tatties

Taps

The Caledonian Canal

Wearing of the Green

When the Battle's Over

Joseph did a great job.  I highly recommend Joseph.

We just wanted to thank you for everything & especially being flexible when the service was slightly delayed.  All of our wedding guests were very impressed with you & your performance.  We will definitely be recommending you to every one in the future.  You really did exceed our expectations. - Kevin & Becky

Joseph Sommers Reviews

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