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Guitarist & Bagpiper + DJ- Michael Lancaster Reviews

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  • Avg 5.0 | 363 Reviews
  • Acoustic Guitarist from Denver, CO
  • 787 Verified Bookings
  • Starting at $150 per event

363 Reviews for Guitarist & Bagpiper + DJ- Michael Lancaster

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Review by David S.

Private Party•Reviewed on October 12, 2005•From Brighton, CO

Michael came and did a presentation for our elementary school students with his bagpipes. He did an excellent job with holding their attention and making it appropriate for their age level. On top of that, his professionalism and musicianship are absolutely excellent. From one professional musician and educator to another, thank you very much! I would recommend Michael for any event!

Review by Sara H.

Grand Opening•Reviewed on August 4, 2005•From Alpharetta, GA

Although I wasn't able to attend the event, my co-workers that were there said the music was amazing and that Michael did a fabulous job. Thanks!

Review by Michael Or James C.

Saint Patrick's Day Party•Reviewed on March 20, 2011•From Windsor, CO

Michael was perfect for our church St Patrick's Day celebration. Well spoken, talented and personable, he charmed us all. We will have him back!

Review by Don H.

Funeral•Reviewed on December 5, 2010•From Lafayette, CO

Michael was a wonderful addition to the memorial service for my father-in-law. He accommodated our every request as a true professional. I would hire him again or recommend him to others with no qualms.

Review by Tom S.

Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on September 12, 2010•From Breckenridge, CO

Michael was amazing. From the first day he contacted us he was professional and wanted only to make our ceremony what we wanted. He busted out the bagpipes witth nobody knowing when we pronounced. He has a wonderful mellow guitar flavor, exactly what we were looking for. Hopefully I will use him again for something else.

Review by Katy C.

Wedding•Reviewed on July 13, 2009•From Avon, CO

michael was great....professional and very talented! our wedding music was awesome....thank you, michael!

Review by Tonya E.

Wedding•Reviewed on June 16, 2007•From Denver, CO

Michael was fantastic to work with and I would HIGHLY recommend him to anyone who was looking for an acoustic guitarist or bagpiper for their event. He played acoustic guitar for our wedding ceremony in City Park, accompanied a friend while she sang a song for us (he learned the music to do this in less than two months while doing numerous other events), and played for our guests during the cocktail hour and dinner at our reception. He also offered a microphone for our officiant so everyone could hear him and us at the ceremony. He was just plain fantastic to work with and was very helpful and accomodating and easy...something that is very important to a stressed-out bride. FIVE STARS!!! I could not say enough nice things about this man. Thank you, Michael, for making our day complete!

Review by Elizabeth K.

Wedding•Reviewed on February 23, 2009•From Colorado Springs, CO

Review by Brian C.

Funeral•Reviewed on September 1, 2006•From Santa Fe, NM

Michael Lancaster accomplished much more than I had expected. He was punctual in correspondence, VERY helpful in helping to plan my Dad' Internment Service, very handsome at the service, and he played a fine bagpipe...melody, rythmn, tone were very good. In short I would reccomend him to anyone wanting the very best for their special occasion. Attaboy, Michael, and a sincere, heatfelt thanks to you.

Review by Catherine B.

Wedding Reception•Reviewed on September 13, 2011•From Manitou Springs, CO

Review by Henry J.

Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on August 18, 2011•From Thornton, CO

Michael was absolutely AWESOME! We had a beautiful outdoor wedding and the bagpipes just completed the whole thing. He arrived early, played the songs that we requested as well as some other ones that he chose. He was very professional and asked if there was anything else he could do before he left. We would recommend him to anyone that is interested. We did not have a videographer but we recorded the ceremony on a cassette tape. You can hear his bagpipes loud and clear. He walked in front of us while he played after the ceremony was over. That in itself makes you feel like royalty!!! We will definately hire Michael again! Choosing him was the best decision we made!!

Review by Susan C.

Celebration•Reviewed on August 8, 2011•From Denver, CO

We had bagpiper Michael Lancaster be a part of a little celebration our neighborhood block had to honor a loved and valued neighbor. It couldn't have been more perfect. Michael was not only a talented performer but a delightful person. Yesterday's celebration will never be forgotten by anyone. I really appreciated how Michael did not drop the ball at any point once he had been contacted to take this gig. There was never a question of "well, is he or isn't he?" Do not hesitate to hire this man! :-) Susan in Denver

Review by Emily F.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on March 26, 2012•From Denver, CO

Wonderful

Review by Sharron M.

Funeral•Reviewed on July 25, 2011•From Colorado Springs, CO

Michael was so far beyond wonderful! He was professional and talented and so respectful of the emotions of the event. I cannot say enough about how good the experience was. We have listened to the CD of the event many times, and it gets better each time.

Review by Jason T.

Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on July 11, 2011•From Beulah, CO

He actually was booked for the day of the event but sent one of his other pipers to play. His name was chet, he arrived early, performed well and I was happy with his professionalism.

Review by Catharine B.

Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on October 3, 2011•From Taos, NM

Funny, charismatic, well dressed and professional. I got rave reviews from many persons at my wedding. Thank YOU!

Review by Beryl W.

Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on September 27, 2011•From Colorado Springs, CO

This was my first wedding to plan and I made mistakes that directly affected Michael and put him in a difficult position. But he was always kind and professional about it which I appreciated so much because I felt bad already. He was the consumate professional and put my mind as well as the bride's at ease with every communication we had with him. He is talented, kind and VERY easy to work with. We didn't have an opinion regarding the music during the unity sand ceremony and he chose the perfect song for it, just like we knew her would. I would recommend him to anyone thinking about having a musician at their wedding and/or reception.

Review by Kirk S.

Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on May 22, 2011•From Denver, CO

Michael showed up on time at 11:30. We paid for him to play for 3 1/2 hours, he packed up his guitars at 2:00, a full hour early. We requested all Celtic music, plus "our song" (Far Away by Nickelback), paid an extra $25 for our song, which I never heard played, and despite the request for all other music to be Celtic, I heard Led Zeppelin, Fleetwood Mac, and others. He knew it was a Celtic wedding, but showed up in a suit, not the kilt I expected (which I had seen him wear before at Old Chicago), so he was literally THE ONLY person at the wedding not dressed appropriately. NOT worth the $400 I was charged.

Review by Holly P.

Anniversary Party•Reviewed on March 24, 2012•From Boulder, CO

Michael played the bagpipes at a reception following my in-laws 65th anniversary ceremony renewing their vows. I live out of state and had to make the arrangements long distance and on short notice. Michael's response to my bid and communication planning the event was wonderful! His suggestions were very thoughtful. Everyone loved his bagpipe playing and sincerity! Rave reviews from everyone! Great memories! I highly recommend Michael Lancaster!

Review by Rena C.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on February 26, 2012•From Colorado Springs, CO

We hired Michael for a family birthday party. He arrived exactly on time, marching and piping from across the street up our driveway to make a grand entrance. He played all the tunes we had requested, as well as several others. He stopped inbetween songs to tell jokes and to give some brief history and information about the bagpipes. It was interesting and entertaining. My family had a wonderful time and Michael did a great job. Everyone told me afterwards that they were impressed with how well he played and with his performance overall. Couldn't have been better!

Review by Marcie B.

New Year's Eve Party•Reviewed on January 11, 2012•From Boulder, CO

What a fabulous evening! The music made the entire event very special and unusual. I cannot recommend Michael and Steve enough! Many thanks for making our New Year's Eve party so memorable.

Review by Sarah H.

Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on October 20, 2012•From Morrison, CO

Michael was fantastic to work with. He was very accommodating with our busy schedules and thought of all the details we would have missed. We enjoyed working with him and his music really set the mood for our outdoor Red Rocks wedding. Highly recommended!

Review by Brenna B.

Wedding•Reviewed on October 15, 2012•From Evergreen, CO

Our piper was fantastic under difficult circumstances as the weather was cold. he was wonderful and we will recommend him to one and all.

Review by Ken M.

Club Event•Reviewed on September 10, 2012•From Aurora, CO

Wonderful experience!

Review by Katherine N.

Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on September 7, 2012•From Vail, CO

Michael was excellent to work with - very thorough in his preparation, thoughtful in providing recommendations and hung with us when it rained during our wedding ceremony outside. I would highly recommend him!