Phil McConnell

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I am a traditional Highland and Celtic piper with 45 Years experience, winner of the 1975 world pipe band championship in grade 3. Packages are Taylor made to fit your personal requirements.
Phil McConnell Pricing & Costs

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Prices Start at
£150
Phil McConnell Details

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Take Requests

Type of Performer(s) or Business

Solo Musician

Primary Instrument(s)

Bagpipes

Style of Music

Drinks / Cocktails Music
Reception Music
Ceremony Music
Ceilidh Irish / Traditional
Phil McConnell Full Description
Phil McConnell is a Traditional wedding Bagpiper who will make a wonderful addition to your wedding. I have been playing the pipes for over 45 years I was a piper in the Royal Artillery pipe band in Liverpool and played on Horse Guards Parade in the presence of Her Majesty the Queen. I have also been a member of the Clan McCleod Pipe band in Liverpool, St Georges Pipe band Chorley and the Warrington pipe band. As a member of the Warrington pipe band it had been a successful band and in 1975 won the world pipe band championships in grade 3. In the same year we were proclaimed champion of champions for obtaining the highest results at all 5 major competitions that year. And with 1000pipers , I played the pipes at the opening of the Commonwealth games in Edinburgh in 1986. To make your day memorable from the start, I will play for your guests as they arrive at your wedding playing a selection of lively tunes . The Bride and the Brides maids will also be greeted including bride and grooms parents. I can play as the bride goes down the aisle , Play during the signing of the register, and play as the newly weds come back up the aisle. I will play as guests are leaving and play a few tunes while some pictures are being taken.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Phil McConnell
Hello. I am a professional Bagpiper. I have provided wedding entertainment for 20 years and have the knowledge to be able help and advise you on bagpipe services, this includes helping you to choose music and when its the best time to have a piper play.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
1998
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
1
Reviews
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Craig and Claire
Happy couple married in August
December 2018
Thank you very much

Craig and I would like to thank you very much for playing at our wedding on the 4th August at Shrigley Hall. I will never forget the excitement I felt when I heard you playing as we were driving towards the hotel. You really did make our wedding very special. Our guests were amazed and really did enjoy listening to play I will recommend you to anyone and I can not thank you enough, I will never forget the joy that you brought to everyone at my special occasion. I would love to put a message on your web page singing your praises you’re fantastic. Thanks again, Claire Buxton

Kirsty and Andrew
Happy couple married in January
December 2018
Wedding at Pecforton Castle

Hi Phil Happy New Year- Andrew and I just want to drop you a quick line to thank you for playing the bagpipes at our wedding on the 7th December 2018 You were absolutely brilliant and helped make the day really special so thank you so much. It was one of my favourite parts of the whole day and we are so glad we booked you. Wishing you all the best in the future. Kind regards Kirsty

Jackie
Happy couple married in April
December 2018
Wedding

Hi Phil, just wanted to say thank you soo much for yesterday, I couldn't believe it when you started playing Gabrielle's oboe, it meant so much to Shirt and I, it was amazing. It was a lovely personal service and you Made it extra special. Thanks again -Jackie(April 2018)

Ricky
Wedding: April
December 2018
Global joint Congress in Liverpool

Hi Phil - on behalf of everyone involved with setting up our historic Global Joint Congress at the ACC in Liverpool, thank you SO much for your contribution to the fantastic success of the event. So many people commented to me personally as to just how much they enjoyed your playing - I watched fascinated by the effect you had on people, especially from the Asian/Pacific contingent. Once again, thanks for your patience - we took out time confirming everything, didn't we - but it was worth it - you were just great, my friend. sincere best wishes -Ricky(April 2018)

Richard Russell
Wedding: April
December 2018
Wedding

Thanks Phil for playing at our daughters wedding on Easter Monday 2018 at Colshaw Hall. Everyone loved it particularly the entrance and exit of the ceremony and playing before and after the reception . We would certainly recommend your services which enhanced the occasion . Best wishes Richard Russell ( Cheshire )

Cathy
Happy couple married in October
December 2018
wedding

07 Oct 2018 Outstanding! Phil played at our wedding. It was really easy, we kept in touch via email and met up on the day. The registry office even said he was the beast around. Could not fault and very patient taking all of the photos at the end. Thank you.

Alan & Annette
Wedding: July
December 2018
wedding

"Phil the day would not have been as successful without you, you made the wedding a very special event thanks to your excellent service and what could only be a very long afternoon for you. You gave us a master class of how the pipes should be played, Many thanks.” Best wishes Alan & Annette

Freddie & Mary
Happy couple married in June
December 2018
Wedding

Dear Phil Thank you for your professionalism and kindness on our special day. Unknown to you,you were playing the pipes under Mary's window welcoming the guests. Something that she will never forget. It was a pleasure to have met you. Thank you once again , words can never be enough. - Freddy & Mary (June 2018)

Freddie & Mary
Happy couple married in June
February 2016
Wedding

Dear Phil Thank you for your professionalism and kindness on our special day. Unknown to you,you were playing the pipes under Mary's window welcoming the guests. Something that she will never forget. It was a pleasure to have met you. Thank you once again , words can never be enough. - Freddy & Mary (June 2018)

Cathy
Happy couple married in October
February 2016
wedding

07 Oct 2018 Outstanding! Phil played at our wedding. It was really easy, we kept in touch via email and met up on the day. The registry office even said he was the beast around. Could not fault and very patient taking all of the photos at the end. Thank you.

Phil McConnell Location & Contact Details
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Liverpool, Merseyside, England, United Kingdom
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