Bagpiper Richmond Johnston

Bagpiper Richmond Johnston is a wedding musician based in High Falls, NY, offering traditional bagpipe performances for couples seeking authentic Celtic sounds on their special day. Throughout his career, Richmond has performed at numerous weddings and special events, bringing expertise in multiple pipe traditions to each celebration. Richmond's repertoire includes Highland pipes, Scottish small pipes, Bulgarian pipes, Border pipes, as well as Pennywhistle and Bombarde. His experience extends beyond weddings, having shared the stage with various bands and notably performed with the renowned Irish group The Chieftains. As both a performer and competition piper, Richmond brings a high level of technical skill to every event. When planning with Richmond, couples can customize their musical selections to fit their ceremony and reception needs. He can provide slow airs for processionals, upbeat tunes for recessionals, or surprise performances during the reception. Beyond his performance work, Richmond serves as an instructor offering private lessons from his home studio in High Falls.