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Pipe Major Michael Waters Bagpiper from Sylva, NC

Will travel up to 100 miles

  • Avg 5.0 | 78 Reviews
  • 155 Verified Bookings
  • Member Since 2022
  • 6 Awards & Badges
  • Virtual Services Offered
  • Accepts Online Payment
  • Starting at $250 per event

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Pipe Major Michael Waters from Sylva, NC is a highly skilled and experienced bagpiper, offering professional world class bagpipe music for a variety of events and occasions. With over 30 years of experience as a pipe major, Pipe Major Waters has garnered numerous competition prizes in various states and even internationally in Nova Scotia. Having earned a degree in music performance and having served on the music faculty of Western Carolina University for over two decades, Michael Waters is truly a master of his craft. He had the privilege of studying under some of the greatest pipers of the 20th century, including Seamus MacNeill, John MacFadyen, and Duncan Johnstone, further enhancing his expertise and musical prowess. Now retired from full-time teaching, Waters dedicates his time to perfecting his bagpipe music and delivering unforgettable performances. His son, a talented drummer, is also available to accompany him upon request, adding an extra layer of depth and excitement to his performances. Whether you are planning a wedding, funeral, memorial service, or any other special event, Pipe Major Michael Waters is the perfect choice to add a touch of tradition and elegance with his soul-stirring bagpipe and Celtic bagpipe music. Book him now for an unforgettable experience that will leave a lasting impression on your guests.

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Review by John S.

Community EventReviewed on July 25, 2026From Lake Toxaway, NC

An awesome addition to a program that was a tribute to a great WNC musician, Devon McCall.

Pipe Major Michael Waters:

My son and I were glad to perform at Lake Toxaway Community Center. Call us anytime!

Review by Alexandra M.

WeddingReviewed on July 23, 2026From Cleveland, TN

It was just magnificent. Michael arrived on time, played beautifully even in the heat of summer, walked my daughter down the aisle and even attended the reception for some time. Thank you so much!

Pipe Major Michael Waters:

I was happy to serve. It was a lovely Mass.

Review by Hank R.

WeddingReviewed on May 25, 2026From Brevard, NC

Very easy to work with. Handled our special requests. Added a great touch to our wedding party.

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  • A Man's A Man for A' That | Robert Burns
  • A Mighty Fortress Is Our God | Martin Luther
  • Amazing Grace | John Newton
  • America The Beautiful | Samuel Ward
  • Anchors Aweigh | Zimmerman
  • Auld Lang Syne | Robert Burns
  • Be Thou My Vision | Irish Hymn
  • Believe Me, If All Those Endearing | Thomas Moore
  • Blessed Assurance | Phoebe Knapp
  • Bonnie Dundee | Traditional
  • Brian Boru's March | Traditional Irish
  • Farewell To Nigg | Duncan Johnstone
  • Finlay Murchie’s Birthday | Duncan Johnstone
  • Go Rest High On That Mountain | Vince Gill
  • God Bless America | Irving Berlin
  • Going Home | Antonin Dvorak
  • Happy Birthday | Mildred and Patty Hill
  • Hear I Am, Lord | Dan Schutte. S.J.
  • Hector The Hero | James Skinner
  • Here Comes The Bride | Richard Wagner
  • Highland Cathedral | Uri Roever
  • Highland Laddie | Trad Scots
  • How Great Thou Art | Carl Boberg
  • Hyfrydol | Prichard
  • I'll Fly Away | Gospel Hymn
  • Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring | J S Bach
  • Kelly, The Boy From Killane | PJ McCall
  • Let Erin Remember | Thomas Moore
  • Lord Lovat's Lament | Ewen MacGregor
  • March of the King of Laois | Traditional Irish
  • Maura’s Wedding | Traditional
  • Mo Ghile Mear "My Gallant Lad" | Gaelic Air
  • Mull of Kintyre | Paul McCartney
  • My Old Kentucky Home | Stephan Foster
  • O! Come, All Ye Faithful | Traditional Christmas
  • O! Danny Boy | Traditional Irish
  • O! Flower of Scotland | Roy Williamson
  • Ode to Joy | Ludwig Van Beethoven
  • Outlawed Tunes on Outlawed Pipes | James Hormer
  • O’Donnell Abù | Traditional
  • Paddy's Leather Breeches | Traditional Jig
  • Piobaireachd Mhic Dhomhnuill Duibh | Trad Scots
  • Planxty Fanny Power | Turlough O’Carolan
  • Red River Valley | Traditional American
  • Rocky Top TN | Bryant
  • Saint Patrick's Day in the Morning | Traditional Irish
  • Scotland The Brave | Traditional
  • Scots Wha' Hae' Wi' Wallace Bled | Robert Burns
  • Semper Paratus USCG Anthem | Boskerck
  • She Moved Through the Fair | Traditional Irish
  • Simple Gifts | Traditional Quaker Hymn
  • Skye Boat Song | Traditional Scots
  • The 42nd Regiment's March | Traditional
  • The Barren Rocks of Aden | James Mauchline
  • The Brown Haired Maiden | Traditional
  • The Cock Of The North | Traditional
  • The Dawning of The Day | Trad Irish
  • The Earl of Mansfield's March | John McEwen
  • The Flowers Of The Forest | Traditional Lament
  • The Harvest Home/ Boys of Blue Hill | Traditional Hornpipes
  • The Marine Corps Hymn | Jacque Offenbach
  • The Parting Glass | Traditional
  • The Rakes of Mallow | Traditional
  • The Road to the Isles | Scot's March
  • The Rose of Tralee | Glover
  • The Water is Wide | Traditional
  • The Wearing of the Green | Traditional Irish
  • The Wedding Of The Lovely Liv | Michael Waters
  • This Land is Your Land | Woody Guthrie
  • Top Gun Anthem | Harold Faltermeyer
  • Trumpet Voluntary | Jermiah Clarke
  • U.S. Air Force Song | Crawford
  • U.S. Field Artillery March | John Philip Sousa
  • When the Saints go Marching In | Traditional
  • Will Ye No Come Back Again? | Traditional

Booked Events 

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Upcoming Events

September 6, 2026 • Summer Chapel
Sun11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
September 6, 2026 • Wedding Ceremony
Sun5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Highlands, NC
September 11, 2026 • 9/11 Memorial Service Gazebo
Fri8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Franklin, NC
September 12, 2026 • Wedding Reception
Sat5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Highlands, NC
September 24, 2026 • Member Guest Golf Highlands Country Club
Thu5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Highlands, NC
September 26, 2026 • Golf Tournament
Sat6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Highlands, NC
October 10, 2026 • Castle LadyHawke Wedding
Sat4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
October 17, 2026 • Wedding Reception
Sat2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Murphy, NC
October 24, 2026 • Wedding
Sat5:30 PM - 5:45 PM Cashiers, NC
November 21, 2026 • Wedding Ceremony
Sat10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Norris, TN
April 17, 2027 • Highlands Country Club Wedding Yvonne
Sat5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Highlands, NC

Past Events

August 22, 2026 • Hudson House Reception
Sat6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Highlands, NC

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