Bagpiper For Hire (bagpipeplayers.com) has a 5.0 out of 5 rating on OK.one, based on 60 user reviews collected here. It is listed under Hobbies & Crafts and its reputation is excellent. Praise is nearly unanimous, with 100% rating it 4 stars or higher; 3 of them were added in the last 12 months. Last updated 2026-08-10.
What people say
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Phil · 1 review · Experienced 2023-08-29 ·
★★★★★
Harry Farrar helped make this solemn day so beautiful!
Harry Farrah was easy to work with. We requested three songs including one that wasn't on his list of suggested songs. While on the phone with him, Harry did a quick check to see if our chosen song would work on the bagpipe and said "Yes, I can do that!" (My personal favorite from that day.) I've watched and rewatched the video from that day. Harry's professionalism was outstanding and obvious. Long life to you Harry! When my time comes, I'd like you there. 😊
Reply from Bagpiper For Hire2023-09-02
Phil, Thanks for having me at the Forest Lawn service. The famous classic "I fly Away" is one of my favorites and now I enjoy playing the tune on the bagpipes. It was a pleasure meeting you and best wishes ahead with family and friends.
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Jeff Von Molt · 1 review · Experienced 2023-08-26 ·
★★★★★
What a beautiful addition to our event.
What an experience e to have Harry and his wife Amanda perform at our event. It was BEAUTIFUL!! So many in attendance after the ceremony spoke of Izzy that sang the national anthem and of the wonderful bagpipes played by Harry. What a professional.
Reply from Bagpiper For Hire2023-08-30
Thanks for having us. You and your team did a great job at coordinating the event. We are honored to be invited and will be glad to be part of the 13 Souls ceremony next year and years to come.
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Courtney Vickery · 1 review · Experienced 2023-07-14 ·
★★★★★
THANK YOU FOR DADS FUNERAL AMAZING
The bagpipes playing amazing grace were not only a tearful moment but a beautiful touch to my father’s funeral. VERY TALENTED AND WELL DONE PERFORMING AMAZING GRACE AND OTHER TRADITIONAL CATHOLIC IRISH SONGS. Thank you so much for making my dads funeral special and touching with the beautiful music that we will never forget and hold in our hearts.
Reply from Bagpiper For Hire2023-08-13
Thanks so much. The service was impressive at the beautiful St. Catharines Catholic Church. I imagine the neighbors heard the bagpipes all over Laguna Hills and also the very nice Military honor guard presentation. It was a pleasure meeting your mother. I wish you and your family the best moving froward.
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Stevie Blue · 1 review · Experienced 2023-08-04 ·
★★★★★
From the first phone call until the…
From the first phone call until the final notes rang out, Harry was a pro. He arrived early and stayed late. He even jumped in and entertained while the priest arrived late. Total class. Much appreciated. Use him you will be happy you did.
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Michelle s Waddell · 1 review · Experienced 2023-07-31 ·
★★★★★
Was on time and ready to go
Was on time and ready to go! Very personable and did a fabulous job for my husband’s funeral
Reply from Bagpiper For Hire2023-08-12
The service was very well planned out with a large gathering. I was glad to be able to play at the end of the Church service and tie it into the beginning of the graveside. Best wishes to you and your family ahead.
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Cameron · 1 review · Experienced 2023-08-04 ·
★★★★★
A Touching Moment
Harry played at a memorial service for our dear friend. She was interred in the Memorial Garden at her church to the tunes Going Home and Amazing Grace. It was a touching moment and memory we now get to keep forever when we think of our friend. Thank you Harry.
Reply from Bagpiper For Hire2023-08-06
Thanks for the nice comments. Prince of Peace Church is right near where I live and many of my childhood Scottish family friends have been members over the years. Best wishes ahead.
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Dennis Parian · 1 review · Experienced 2023-08-01 ·
★★★★★
I met with Mr Farrar at Calvary…
I met with Mr Farrar at Calvary Cemetery doing my funeral service I was directing for a military Airforce service.
Mr Farrar performance is very professional with great grace and leavening his mark to comfort families hearts with his bag piper instrument.
I will definitely hire him again.
Thank you.
Reply from Bagpiper For Hire2023-08-06
Thanks so much for the review. It is especially appreciated hearing these comments from one of the Funeral Directors at Calvary Cemetery. I was pleased to be part of the service. It is always an honor to be accompanied by the Military Airforce dispatch. I look forward to performing again at Calvary and it was a pleasure meeting you and watching how well you coordinated the graveside funeral service.
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Mike Sidoti · 1 review · Experienced 2023-05-18 ·
★★★★★
We used Harry at our Golf club to kick…
We used Harry at our Golf club to kick off the start of the member guest tournament. He was on time and did just what we needed. All 200 players loved it. Thank you Harry for doing such a nice job.
Reply from Bagpiper For Hire2023-05-26
Thanks for a great review and a fun start off to the tournament at North Ranch Country Club. It was very well organized and I appreciate being invited to be a part of the grand day.
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Cindy Kirk · 1 review · Experienced 2023-04-22 ·
★★★★★
Excellent Memorial Service
Harry recently played at my father’s military graveside service. We only had a few weeks to plan the service but Harry was flexible. He had to coordinate with the color guard on the spot. He was very respectful and accommodating. The music was great and his attire was authentic - wool kilt and wool socks too- despite the warm weather. His presence was kind and professional. My dad really wanted bagpipes at his service and Harry fulfilled that wish with excellence.
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Stacee · 4 reviews · Experienced 2022-11-13 ·
★★★★★
Harry made our celebration SO memorable!
Harry played bagpipes at my father‘s backyard Celebration of Life this past Sunday. Harry is one of the greatest and easiest guys to work with! Always responsive. Always helpful. Willing to work with last minute changes. As everybody was seated, Harry walked in dressed in his impressive Scottish kilt and adornments playing a lovely rendition of Danny Boy. I could hear the crowd murmurings of excitement as he entered. He not only showed up on time, as promised, but his entry was perfection as well as the beautiful songs he played during the ceremony itself. With a beautiful recessional of Amazing Grace. I received so many compliments and inquiries as to who Harry was and how beautiful his music was. He was definitely the cherry on our cake. Thank you Harry, so much! We will never forget this past Sunday, and large part was due to you. I know you made my dad smile. ☺️ If you’re thinking of getting a Bagpiper for any event, celebration, or memorial…Harry is your guy, hands-down! No question.
Reply from Bagpiper For Hire2022-11-15
Thanks for the amazing review. Best wishes ahead for your family and friends.
Harry is an absolute pleasure to work with. I have been fortunate to work with him and his company for years and they never let me down. They are true professionals always going above and beyond to ensure their role in your event is meaningful. I highly recommend them to anyone, you will not be disappointed! Harry, thank you again for everything over the years!
Reply from Bagpiper For Hire2022-11-09
I can't thank you enough for the kind words. Wishing you all the best for the upcoming Holiday Season.
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Paul · 1 review · Experienced 2022-10-30 ·
★★★★★
Satisfied with his service
he showed up early, dressed professional and touched everyone’s heart. We are satisfied with his service, once again, thank you!
Reply from Bagpiper For Hire2022-11-02
Thanks for the nice review. After all these years of professional Bagpjping, each event is unique. I am happy that I was able to perform.
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Jules · 3 reviews · Experienced 2022-10-02 ·
★★★★★
Harry was amazing!!!
Harry was amazing! Highly recommend!! A shinning moment on my wedding day. He responded to my first email almost immediately and we followed up with a quick call. Gave me all the information I needed and booked him as quickly as I could. Harry worked seamlessly with my wedding planner and performed perfectly! If I could give him more than 5 stars, I would!
Reply from Bagpiper For Hire2022-10-24
Thanks so much for the kind review. It was a pleasure to be included in such a special wedding!
We hired Harry for an event in which we needed a bagpiper to accompany a color guard. He did an excellent job – very accommodating, reliable, and so easy to work with. Highly recommend!
Reply from Bagpiper For Hire2022-10-18
Thanks for having me bagpipe. It was a very nice service and special. I wish you the best in the days and months ahead with you, family and friends.
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Matthew MacKelvie · 1 review · Experienced 2022-10-13 ·
★★★★★
Wonderful Bagpipers
Harry and son helped provide a beautiful ceremony for my brothers burial ceremony. I had chosen a song, and Harry knew a deeper meaning of the song and described it to us. Very touching.
Recommended by an old friend. I had chosen wisely. Great players. Great guys.
Reply from Bagpiper For Hire2022-10-16
Thanks so much for the review. My son and I enjoy being able to play harmonies on the pipes. I am happy that we were able to add a special send off at the service. Best wishes ahead to you and family.
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SA · 2 reviews · Experienced 2022-09-29 ·
★★★★★
We loved Harry
We loved Harry! We hired him for a colleague's birthday. He arrived on time, shared some fun jokes, and even learned the opening riff to Sweet Child of Mine. The team had a blast. Highly recommend.
Reply from Bagpiper For Hire2022-10-14
Thanks so much. I was quite surprised to walk into a think tank of writers and jokesters!..Look FWD to the next surprise.
Well done.
Harry was professional, on time and played extremely well.
Reply from Bagpiper For Hire2022-09-20
Ms. Karen. What an amazing event. Such class and style at the iconic Beverly Hilton! Look forward to more times ahead.
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Julian Gomez · 1 review ·
★★★★★
Simply the Best!
I cannot rave enough about Harry and his players! Simply the best. True professionals that arrive early and sound amazing. We used them for our graduation. He and his team showed up, I gave them some quick instructions on how to lead the entire procession in AND THEY NAILED IT! Saved the day and such a pleasure to work with! We have used their talents for other events as well. Cannot thank them or recommend them enough!
Reply from Bagpiper For Hire2022-09-01
Sure is nice to be part of an exciting event like the graduation! Well planned event. Thanks for including us.
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Bill Morrissey · 3 reviews ·
★★★★★
HARRY FARRAR was excellent
HARRY FARRAR was excellent , he drove several hours to play at my moms funeral. He was professional , respectful , worked with my schedule and is 100% dependable. I would use him again and recommend his services
Reply from Bagpiper For Hire2022-07-14
Thanks so much for the review. The Church service was very nice and the reception went very well. It was amazing to see the classic vintage truck that President Hoover used to own.
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Heather Meriwether · 1 review ·
★★★★★
Harry is not just a talented piper
Harry is not just a talented piper, he is very dependable and a great communicator. You cannot have better