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I am Pipe Major Joseph R. Morrison, Professional Bagpiper available for hire in Birmingham, Alabama and throughout the southeastern United States. I am the proprietor of Birmingham Bagiper LLC, a business with a 5-star rating on Google, and I have been serving Birmingham and beyond professionally since 2005. I am available for a wide range of engagements, from funerals and memorial services to weddings, anniversary parties, birthdays, family reunions, recitals and educational demonstrations, and any festive event that may call for the services of a Professional Bagpiper.

As the state of Alabama's first Professional Bagpiper I have been performing throughout the Southeast for more than three decades. In addition to taking solo bookings, I am a member and officer of the Saint Andrew's Society of the Middle South and the Pipe Major and Director of the Ian Sturrock Memorial Pipe Band. I am a member of the Competition League for Amateur Solo Pipers (CLASP) and Overall Winner of the 2022-23 grade 2 competition season. I am also a life member of the Clan Morrison Society of North America.

I am currently under the mentorship of Douglas Murray of Fife, Scotland, himself a student of nearly tenty years of the legedary Donald MacPherson, undeniably the greatest piper of the 20th century. Dougie is the former Pipe Major of the top-six grade 1 pipe band Fife Constabulary (now Police Scotland Fife Pipe Band), the winner of many prestigious solo awards, and a well-known reedmaker. I am learning the ancient art of Piobaireachd as well as receiving tutalge in ceòl aotram, or "light music."

As a recording artist, professional musician and entertainer, instructor, composer and arranger, award-winning soloist, and the director of a prize-winning pipe band, piping is not just my livelihood, it is my life. Don't trust your special event to a mere hobbyist. Hire a Professional Bagpiper.

What is my fee?

Wedding Packages Starting at $350

Funeral Packages Starting at $295

Wedding Prelude Special Only $250

Other Packages Starting at $275

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You're a true gem.
— Elizabeth and Alan Hunter

I love hearing you play. You're a great musician. I know the work you've put in.
— Donald Beck

The town is still talking about your beautiful music. We will tell everyone about you. It was great to work with you. I can’t thank you enough. Perfect!
— Lisa Christensen

Everyone loved it and it was above and beyond my expectations. You did absolutely tremendously and the ceremony went so well! Thank you so much again for being part of my special day and helping bring some Scottish into my wedding! I am forever grateful for your help.
— Stephanie I. Prus

Thank you so much for making my husband's dream come true. He always loved the bagpipes and for a long time has wanted them with Danny Boy at his funeral. My tears will flow but please know you are making me and all his family proud of their heritage. Thank you so much.
— Jayne Ann Murphy

It was as close to perfect as a son could want and the family is forever in your debt.
— Joe Farley

Ryan, you really made the event. Everyone was blown away by you. Thanks for making this possible.
— Susan Picking

Your presentations were the hit of the night last night. Thanks so much for not only being willing to play for us, but for serving with such excellence. Your passion for what you do is so evident, and your ability to relate to children is quite impressive!
— Tracy Hanrahan
Children's Choir Coordinator, Dawson Memorial Baptist Church

Thank you again for playing for our wedding! John loved following behind as you led the processional and will never forget it! You were awesome and everything I imagined it would be!
— Robin and John Roberts

How do you top "perfect"?
— Joanne McGlown

You bring such magnificence and dignity and decorum to our programs. Thank you from our hearts for continuing to bless us with your music and your professionalism. You are the consummate professional and wildly talented and so flexible and a pleasure to work with.
— Claudia Reach
Life Enrichment Director, Kirkwood by the River

Professionally, you are unmatched! Outstanding by any measurement!
— Kevin Keith
Past President, St Andrew's Society of the Middle South

You're a gifted piper who has devoted your life to piping. God bless you brother.
— Roy Brook

Just a quick note to tell you how impressive you were on Saturday. I believe the music was enjoyed by all.
— Margaret D'Souza
Program Assistant, New College, The University of Alabama

Thank you for keeping this ancient and beautiful tradition alive—and most of all thank you for being there for us on this sad occasion so we could honor a very special man who would have loved it.
— Paula K. Lang

You did a great job! Everyone was so impressed with your talents. You were in all the papers the next day.
— Carla Swinney
Student Affairs, Calhoun Community College

We sincerely appreciate all that you have done for us, especially at the last moment. This is something that is so very special to all of the family, my mother most of all ... the beautiful sound of the bagpipes.
— Dr. Rhonda Cornell

My family and I want to thank you for providing the bagpipe music at my husband's funeral. It was a fitting beginning for one who so appreciated his Scottish heritage, and your entrance to "Amazing Grace" set a beautiful tone which touched all of us deeply.
— Leila Welch

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THE FINE PRINT: You may pay by cash, check, credit card, and PayPal. A $3.00 convenience fee will be added to all credit card transactions. Please make checks to Birmingham Bagpiper LLC. Additional travel fees may apply for all bookings outside of Birmingham. Payment is required prior to performance. Advanced bookings of more than 14 days before the date of performance require a $100 deposit to hold the date. Sorry, but deposits will not be refunded in the event of a cancellation.

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