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Ceremony
Entrance, processional, recessional or music before the ceremony.
Traditional music for modern love
Wedding Bagpiper
in Denver, Colorado
Give your wedding a moment your guests won’t forget. Richard Kean provides professional live bagpipe music for wedding ceremonies, receptions, entrances, exits and special surprises throughout the Denver area.
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Born in Edinburgh • Professional Bagpiper
Make an entrance they’ll remember
Bagpipes change the
atmosphere instantly.
Sometimes the best wedding moments are the ones guests aren’t expecting. Richard can play as guests arrive, lead the wedding party, accompany the bride’s entrance, play immediately after the ceremony, surprise everyone at the reception, or make a dramatic entrance later in the evening.
It can be traditional, emotional, celebratory or simply a lot of fun.
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Reception Entrance
Bring the couple into the room with a memorable live entrance.
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Wedding Surprise
Keep the performance secret from your partner, parents or guests.
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Scottish & Irish Traditions
Add music that reflects your family history and heritage.
What can a bagpiper play at a wedding?
Music for every moment.
You don’t need to know anything about bagpipe music before getting in touch. Richard can help choose music that fits the moment.
- Highland Cathedral
- Scotland the Brave
- Mairi’s Wedding
- Skye Boat Song
- Amazing Grace
- Highland Laddie
- Traditional Scottish marches
- Traditional Irish selections
- Contemporary selections where appropriate
Have a particular song or family tradition in mind? Ask. Richard is happy to help plan the music around your wedding.
A wedding performance, not just a song
Experienced enough
to know when to play —
and when not to.
Wedding timing can change by a few minutes. Guests may still be arriving. The photographer may need another shot. Someone may need a little longer getting down the aisle.
Richard works with the couple, wedding planner, venue and other vendors so the music fits naturally into the day rather than becoming something else you have to manage.
Professional Presentation
Full Highland dress or attire appropriate to the wedding.
Flexible Timing
Coordination with your ceremony or reception schedule.
Simple Planning
Richard can recommend tunes and help determine where bagpipes will have the most impact.
Meet Richard
From Edinburgh to Denver
Richard Kean was born in Edinburgh, Scotland and has spent decades performing traditional Scottish music at weddings, memorials, celebrations and special events.
His piping experience includes performing and competing at a high level, including as a member of the St Thomas Alumni Pipe Band, which won a World Championship in 2019.
Today, Richard brings that experience to weddings throughout Colorado, combining traditional piping with a relaxed, personal approach to each event.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to common wedding bagpiper questions.
How much does it cost to hire a wedding bagpiper in Denver?
Pricing depends primarily on the location, timing and type of performance. Call or text Richard with your wedding date and venue for a straightforward quote.
How long does a wedding bagpiper perform?
Most wedding performances are built around particular moments rather than continuous entertainment. Richard can play before a ceremony, during the processional or recessional, at the reception, or combine several short performances.
Can the bagpiper be a surprise?
Absolutely. Richard can coordinate with a planner, family member or venue so the couple or guests do not know he is coming.
Can you play outdoors?
Yes. Bagpipes are especially effective for outdoor ceremonies, mountain venues and large spaces.
Do we need to choose the music?
No. Richard can suggest music based on the part of the wedding where he will be performing and the atmosphere you want to create.
Can you play both Scottish and Irish music?
Yes. Richard performs a variety of traditional Scottish and Irish selections and can help choose music appropriate to your family or event.
Check availability
Tell Richard about your wedding.
Send your date, venue and a few details and Richard will get back to you, usually within a day. Prefer the phone? Call or text (720) 650-6906.
Tradition | Celebration | A moment you’ll never forget
Let’s Talk About Your Wedding
Call or text Richard to discuss your wedding date, venue and ideas.
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