Retirement Party•Reviewed on January 4, 2018•From Seattle, WA
Neil did a great job at the retirement party for our colleague. He was engaged in the event and very personable. He played the songs we had requested in advance, and took several requests during his performance. Our Scottish colleague had tears in his eyes during Neil's performance!
Review by Renee C.
Celebration•Reviewed on March 26, 2018•From Des Moines, WA
Neil was so kind and accommodating for our Celebration of Life. We received so many compliments of his performance and his professionalism. Thank you so much Neil, Dave was surely pleased as well as he loved the bagpipes.
Review by Alice C.
Funeral•Reviewed on August 27, 2017•From Kent, WA
Neil was wonderful to deal with. His contribution to our father's memorial service at Tahoma National Cemetery was wonderful. He was well versed in traditions of military funerals. We are grateful for his contribution to the farewell.
Not being a musician, I cannot comment on Neil's musical talent, but everything went very well.
Review by Cathy K.
Club Event•Reviewed on November 14, 2017•From Seattle, WA
Neil was professional, prompt, informative, great music choice, and everyone was super impressed with Neil.
Review by Riene S.
Christmas Party•Reviewed on December 21, 2016•From Snohomish, WA
Neil was exceptional. He contacted me before the event to ensure all the details were in order. He was prompt, delighted our guests and was such a gracious performer. I would hire him again in a second. Bravo!
Review by Deborah J.
Wedding Reception•Reviewed on April 30, 2017•From Tacoma, WA
Neil played for our wedding and was perfect tion. Having a dress malfunction right before walking down the aisle, my wedding planner asked "what do you need?" I replyed," please ask the piper to play, so I will calm down". The moment the notes hit the air I was calm, happy and ready to go! My groom felt the same way...and our family and guests were thrilled! Thank you so much Neil for bringing a little magic to our day. Hugs and smiles, Deborah and Herbie
Review by Marcy S.
Saint Patrick's Day Party•Reviewed on March 18, 2018•From Everett, WA
Thoroughly enjoyable and a great performance! Marcy
Neil was AWESOME!!! He was generous with his time and was great with the crowd. It totally made our St Pat's Party memorable, our guest loved him as well
Review by Gwen F.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on December 10, 2018•From Kenmore, WA
Neil added such a grand finishing touch to my dad and uncle's 90th birthday celebration. His playing is first class, and he was sensitive to the volume requests: big and inspiring for his entrance, and quieter for the dinner hour. He sincerely appreciated how special it was to celebrate these twin 90 year olds' birthday, twins with Scottish roots!
Review by Douglas C.
Funeral•Reviewed on August 10, 2017•From Spanaway, WA
Mr. Hubbard was a true professional. It was my fathers funeral and his wishes to have a piper play for his final journey. Mr. Hubbard made this happen, with his knowledge and his amazing talent. Thank you Neil Hubbard for sending a Scotsman home (my Father) with the sounds of your amazing bagpipes.
Review by Kelly W.
Funeral•Reviewed on April 16, 2017•From Kent, WA
I am so grateful I found Neil to play at my Dads Funeral. I know he loved it. He was so thoughtful and asked if we wanted him to walk with us to the crematorium. I was worried his time was up but he wasn't, he just wanted to keep playing and honor him prior to cremation. Love his heart and dedication.
Review by deb k.
Memorial Service•Reviewed on September 11, 2016•From Redmond, WA
Neil was tremendous. He had the difficult task of playing over disturbing traffic close by and managed to set a tone that was beautiful and soothing. He was prompt and his rendition of Amazing Grace was eloquent. Very much a gentleman at such a sorrowful time. Thank you so much Neil. The Kaumans family.
Review by Mary K.
Funeral•Reviewed on July 9, 2017•From Edmonds, WA
My Dad loved bagpipe music so Neil played for my Dad's gravesite memorial. Neil was professional and warm on the phone and very accommodating with music, even made suggestions when we didnt have ideas. Was also very gracious with our lack of specific schedule until morning of the event.
Review by Ellen H.
Funeral•Reviewed on June 10, 2016•From Seattle, WA
Neil did an excellent job. He accommodated my requests, offered suggestions, and remained flexible the day of. He was timely, respectful and courteous. Could not have asked any more of him. I highly recommend Neil as a bagpiper -- it's a live performance that everyone will remember.
Review by Meaghan M.
Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on June 15, 2016•From Olympia, WA
Neil was an amazing addition to our wedding day! He was very prompt when I first had the initial questions about bringing in a bag piper performer into the wedding, and answered all of the questions that my husband and I had. He was VERY professional the day of the wedding, looking both sharp, clean, and friendly! He was incredibly talented being the highlight performer of our wedding ceremony, and I will cherish the memories of the pipes for years and decades to come. I recommend Neil's performances for anyone who is looking for a really special touch to any occasion. The way he handles everything is so incredibly great. Thanks NEIL!
Love, Meaghan and Thomas.
Review by Maureen N.
Funeral•Reviewed on August 15, 2015•From Bellevue, WA
Neil played for my mother's burial. It was pouring rain. He assisted arriving mourners with an umbrella. He stood in the rain and played flawless renditions of "Danny Boy" and other Irish tunes, carefully judging his distance from the assembly to produce the perfect volume. There was not a dry eye to be found.
It was perfect. Neil was warm and professional. I highly recommend his services.
Review by Adele F.
Wedding•Reviewed on September 15, 2014•From Arlington, WA
Neil made our wedding so special. He is not only a gifted musician, but very professional in every way. Such a nice gentleman. Everyone thought he was excellent and we feel very honored that we got to have him play the bagpipes at our wedding.
Sincerely,
Richard & Adele
Review by Courtney Y.
Memorial Service•Reviewed on March 4, 2014•From Seattle, WA
We felt like we had known Neil all of our lives and he was one of the family. He was so attentive to the little ones, answered everyone's questions. He sat down and was part of the service! His piping was excellant! We were sorry to see him go, and hope we meet again in the future. Neil was spot on time, hit all his marks which were made up at the time and was a huge hit with all of our guests! Thank you so much, I know Mom was smiling in heaven. Perhaps our 4 year old grandson Landon will be inspired to play bagpipes some day, I know his Dad wants to get a cool tat on his leg like Neils!
God Bless you and thank you again. Eric & Jana Youngberg
Review by John F.
Funeral•Reviewed on March 29, 2017•From Seattle, WA
Neil was an outstanding addition to the funeral of an amateur piper. I did not have as much time as I like to prepare for a requiem Mass, but Neil was flexible, prompt and had perfect suggestions. I highly recommend him and will definitely be calling on him again.
Fr. John Forman
Review by Jennifer B.
Memorial Service•Reviewed on July 31, 2015•From Anacortes, WA
Neil was excellent! He was very accommodating and checked in prior to the memorial service. He arrived early and performed just as discussed. My mom was definitely smiling from above as her final wish was made possible with his help. It was a truly moving afternoon and we are so very thankful that Neil was available (even though the Highland Games were going on). With our heartfelt thanks and gratitude, the family of Kathleen McKinnon Stewart. :)
Review by Kathleen C.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on November 3, 2014•From Bellevue, WA
Neil was the highlight of my husband's 50th birthday bash! He was dressed in the full piper garb and his piping was amazing. He went with the flow and helped us pull off the surprise and posed for pictures with our guests who where tickled to have their picture taken with him. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for the best piper out there!
Review by John F.
Funeral•Reviewed on June 28, 2015•From Seattle, WA
Neil was the consummate professional from beginning to end! His part in my father's funeral was flawless. Musically, he was spot on, and he was especially good at modulating his volume when we were inside the church. He was careful, quick and courteous with his communication. I would hire him again at the first opportunity!
Review by Greg J.
Funeral•Reviewed on July 6, 2015•From Kirkland, WA
Neil played at my fathers celebration of life, and knocked it right out of the park for a grand slam. Talented individual, and very professional. I highly recommend his service. Thanks Neil..... Greg Jensen
Review by Sarah S.
Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on August 22, 2011•From Seattle, WA
Neil was truly fantastic to work with. He arrived early, met with our officiant and worked out any last minute ceremony changes, and was the ultimate professional for the wedding. He was so calm and put together, it set the mood as we all got ready before the ceremony. The pipes sounded fantastic; even in the large warehouse, which is terrible for acoustics, it sounded great. Walking down the aisle to Irish Eyes are Smiling is a memory I will always treasure. Highly, highly recommend!
Review by Amy S.
Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on December 6, 2014•From Suquamish, WA
We had Neil play at our wedding on 10/4/14 and had an amazing experience!! We wanted him to be a surprise and enter quietly at the end of ceremony and play for the recessional and he did so and was awesome! No one knew that he was there until he started to play! Neil was very professional and kind we are so happy that we found him through gigmasters! Thank you so much Neil for all of your time and the beautiful music that we will remember always! You're the best!
Review by Barbara B.
Funeral•Reviewed on October 25, 2014•From Seattle, WA
Fabulous from beginning to end. Neil even picked up cues from our eulogy to add an additional favorite song graveside that lifted our hearts. Thanks, Neil for making our goodbye to our Mom so special.
:
Barbara,
Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a pleasure to meet the other folks from you family and hear all their stories of your mom and dad.
Take care,
Neil
