Thank you for visiting my site. I am an experienced, prize-winning competition-level piper. If you are unsure how the music of the pipes will fit into your special event--solemn or joyous--feel free to call at any time and I will discuss several options with you.

I have played for national, state, and various other political leaders as well as British royalty. Some events and dignitaries for whom I have played:

I am proud to be the official piper of Hannibal-LaGrange College!
Numerous weddings, memorials, parties, and church functions;
Washington University Convocation services;
Burn's Night: The Tap Room, St. Andrew's Society, & private events;
The Boeing Company Veteran's Day and Memorial Services;
Any and all St. Patrick's Day events!
Sigma Alpha Epsilon "Paddy Murphy" march;
HRH Prince Andrew's trip to St. Louis in 2003;
President George W. Bush, MO Sen. Jim Talent, Gov. Matt Blunt, former Gov. Holden & others;
...the list goes on...

Piping @ Boeing STL.

Please call or email at any time if you have questions about how the music of the pipes will compliment your event.

My cell number is 314-304-5763 (always available). Email is always a good option as well. I work at a computer most days so I can readily answer email. Please contact me at jameshopkins99@msn.com.

I am more concerned that you hire a professional, competent piper than simply hiring me. If I am unavailable for your event I will help you find a good piper!

I play a MacLellan bagpipe, ornamented in a Victorian Shield silver motif. My secondary bagpipe was turned by "Blue" MacMurchie of West Lothian, Scotland. I play McCallum chanters and Mark Lee drone reeds exclusively. I wear Isle of Skye tartan in kilt, waistcoat, and hose.

All the best!...James