Pipe Major David Waterton-Anderson

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Quality traditional Scottish bagpipes.
Pipe Major David Waterton-Anderson Pricing & Costs

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Prices Start at
£200
Pipe Major David Waterton-Anderson Details

Type of Performer(s) or Business

Solo Musician

Primary Instrument(s)

Bagpipes

Style of Music

Reception Music
Acoustic
Ceremony Music
Other Style of Music
Pipe Major David Waterton-Anderson Full Description
Quality traditional Scottish Piper currently with the "1st Battalion Scots Guards" for weddings, funerals, events, etc., to enhance the ceremonial aspects at important times with the assurance of extensive experience and a real sense of both style and occasion. Pipe Major David Waterton-Anderson, KSG, OLJ, has been developing his extensive skills on the highland bagpipes since he was a seven year old Boy Scout. He has enjoyed a long and varied career playing and competing in pipe bands and also solo which has seen him perform in many countries around the world. Past Pipe Major of the "Pontefract & District Caledonian Pipe Band" who became grade 2 "All England Champions" in 2004. One of only two pipers in the United Kingdom who have been honoured with a State Knighthood and should you be seeking that true sense of Scottish style, tradition and expertise for your special day, David is the man when things need to be "right."

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Pipe Major David Waterton-Anderson, KSG, OLJ.
Scottish connection or not, if you value the assurance of tradition on your special day, the pipes can add much prestige and atmosphere.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
1980
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
No. of People In Team
1
Reviews
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Kate and Will Evans
Happy couple married in July
June 2016
It was absolutely fantastic!

Dear David, just a wee note to say a big thank you for piping for us at our wedding at Rowley Manor. It was absolutely fantastic! Everyone said it made the day that extra bit special, so we are very grateful! I'll send you some photos from the wedding day when they are ready. Many thanks again with all our best wishes.

Aaron
Happy couple married in July
June 2016
A professional and a gentleman

This man was a professional and a gentleman who was very knowledgeable about bagpiping and Scottish tradition. David turned up early, went above and beyond what my father asked and what I expected. I recommend David to anyone who wants a quality piper at a very reasonable price. I am so happy with his service!

Nikki and Gordon Young
Happy couple married in October
June 2016
Everyone commented on the quality of your playing

Hi David, we just wanted to send a special thank you for helping our wedding day to be the fabulous event that it was. My entrance was a blur and I didn't hear you play too much but the walk out and the breakfast entrance were amazing. Gordon thought you were amazing and everyone commented on the quality of your playing, the way you looked and you're seamless blend with our guests. A truly memorable day so thank you.

Becky & Andy
Happy couple married in June
June 2016
We loved having you

Dear David, many thanks for piping at our wedding and bringing Becky's Scottish heritage to our special day. We loved having you and we are incredibly grateful.

Mr and Mrs Terry Dormer
Happy couple married in June
June 2016
A polished performance

Dear David & Neil, I cannot thank you enough for the extremely precise and professional way that both yourself and Neil prepared for our day and of course exacted such a polished performance. I recall all of the anxieties and the decision making process in choosing you both and the initial frustrations in not being able to find a Piper of any kind! Fate it would seem played a huge hand with Neil’s wife having her Mother’s Maiden name of Brodie and indeed your own lineage of Dormer. I was quite simply compelled to have you both and could not have possibly wished for any finer support and polish to our big day. Gentlemen, I owe you both a tremendous debt of thanks. The Gaelic recital that you made during your toast at our dining table was absolutely superb David and was quite unexpected. It clearly made a huge impact to the feel of the moment and was extremely well received - didn’t understand a word until the very end though!! Please accept our most sincere and grateful thanks David

Laura & David
Happy couple married in June
June 2016
Went above and beyond.

Hi David, We Wanted to thank you so much for playing at our wedding. You were fantastic and we feel you went above and beyond.

Nicola & Ricardo
Happy couple married in October
June 2016
Truly made our day!

Dear Pipe Major Waterton-Anderson, Somehow, just saying thank you doesn’t seem like enough. But I hope you know how much your thoughtfulness has meant to us. You truly made our day! It was beautiful, can’t thank you enough. All our love & God bless.

Michael & Lorraine
Happy couple married in September
June 2016
Superb services

David Thank you for your superb services at our wedding in York, everybody enjoyed it so much, it certainly added to a fantastic day. Thank you again

Carolyn
Happy couple married in May
June 2016
Lovely performance

David, Andy and myself just wanted to drop you a quick message to say thank you for the lovely performance you provided for us on Saturday at our wedding. We have had many lovely comments from people who attended on how much they enjoyed it. Thank you once again.

Nicci & Chris
Happy couple married in August
June 2016
Fabulous piping

David!! Thank you so much for the fabulous piping - everyone loved it & when you made the toast & piped “Happy Birthday” - it made my day : ) Really cool !! Forgot to sort out the “dram” for the toast so have enclosed our ‘favour’ for you - sorry we weren’t more organised, it would have been nice for you to eat with us !! Anyway, thank you again!

Pipe Major David Waterton-Anderson Location & Contact Details
Address
Selby, North Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
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FAQs
Find out a bit more from our FAQs

What is your most memorable wedding?

Playing at the wedding of the daughter of the Prime Minister of Ukraine (Julia Tymoshenko) in Keiv.

Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

Traditional; colourful; upbeat; sparkling and entertaining.

What about your business are you most proud of?

The warmth and thanks for adding a special touch to a couples day.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Use tradition whenever it is appropriate.

What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?

Unrepeatable!

Describe your typical process with a couple.

Piping for guest's arrival / groom's arrival / bride's arrival / bride's entry / photography / couple's arrival at reception / grand entry into reception / Gaelic toast to couple / pipe out / first dance.

What makes a romantic first dance?

Special music

What is your number one floor-filler?

Gay Gordons

Which band from the past would you most like to have been part of?

Strathclyde Police Pipe Band.

What is the soundtrack to your life?

Traditional Scottish Music.