So, I swear this will be my last bagpiper question!!! As I mentioned in a previous post today, I booked with one. Prior to today, I had spoken with several others, all of whom said that they never provide contracts, there is no money due until the day of, (it is inexpensive) and they just show up the day of and perform and get paid then. Well, seeing as everyone provides a contract or something of the sort, I feel uneasy. If I had not spoken to several who all said the same thing, I would be VERYuneasy, but they all shared that in all the years they have been doing this, they never have used contracts. So, finally my question...for those of you who have used a bagpiper, was this your experience as well? And, was everything okay in the end? I really appreciate any feedback...Thanks so much in advance!!!
Fall Bride 2008
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who did you book with?We are having a bagpiper as well.
bella1028
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booked with a friend of a friend basically...I have actually seen him perform at another wedding, so I know he is legit...but I wanted to know if this is common....did you have the same experience?
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the ones i spoke to all said the same thing. i haven't booked one yet b/c all the ones i spoke to were booked! damn me and my March wedding. would you mind sharing your piper's info?
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the ones i spoke to all said the same thing. i haven't booked one yet b/c all the ones i spoke to were booked! damn me and my March wedding. would you mind sharing your piper's info?
no problem at all...his info is at work so I can give it to you tomorrow
bella1028
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***UPDATE!!!
I feel a bit better...just got on and checked my email and saw that I receieved a confirmation email from him...makes me feel much better!!!
mathteach
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I booked one and I have a contract, 1/2 down and 1/2 day of.
madseason
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I booked someone my mom works with...he does it on the side...i saw him and hes AWESOME!
He said the same thing, i just told him that i felt better having everything in writing.....we drew up a real quick lil contract, and i feel better..
just tell him you would feel more comfortable with one.
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Posted by bemyyoko
the ones i spoke to all said the same thing. i haven't booked one yet b/c all the ones i spoke to were booked! damn me and my March wedding. would you mind sharing your piper's info?
no problem at all...his info is at work so I can give it to you tomorrow
Thank you!
Any other ladies who booked, would you be willing to share who you are using and what they are charging you? I really only need them for right before or right after the ceremony. Not both....
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Posted by bella1028
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the ones i spoke to all said the same thing. i haven't booked one yet b/c all the ones i spoke to were booked! damn me and my March wedding. would you mind sharing your piper's info?
no problem at all...his info is at work so I can give it to you tomorrow
Thank you!
Any other ladies who booked, would you be willing to share who you are using and what they are charging you? I really only need them for right before or right after the ceremony. Not both....
sure I just have to ask my mom!
bella1028
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I booked someone my mom works with...he does it on the side...i saw him and hes AWESOME!
He said the same thing, i just told him that i felt better having everything in writing.....we drew up a real quick lil contract, and i feel better..
just tell him you would feel more comfortable with one.
Yeah, i actually sent an email requesting a confirmation and I have already received one...i feel better
madseason
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Posted by madseason
I booked someone my mom works with...he does it on the side...i saw him and hes AWESOME!
He said the same thing, i just told him that i felt better having everything in writing.....we drew up a real quick lil contract, and i feel better..
just tell him you would feel more comfortable with one.
Yeah, i actually sent an email requesting a confirmation and I have already received one...i feel better
well thats what matters....we are paying them to provide a service, and if that includes a written contract of confirmation, u are owed that...easiest way to piece of mind... im glad it worked out!
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I am using Pat Martens from EventPiper.Com and we do have a contract. I definitely wanted one being that I am getting married St. Pat's weekend! I didn't have to ask him, he just sent it to me! He's awesome and very easy to work with, not to mention he is very cheap!