About Me
I have been playing bagpipes since 2006 at age 16, and have been playing professionally almost as long. I have the most experience performing for funerals and weddings, but I have performed at events of all kinds. Check out my gallery or my Instagram for some photos from some of the events I have played at over the years!
Throughout the course of my piping career, I have been fortunate enough to receive instruction from some of the most influential authorities on piping. I have also served as an instructor for students of various levels.
Solo Competition
I am a WUSPBA-registered Grade 2 solo competitor and have competed in hundreds of piping competitions throughout the US since I began competing in 2009. Some of my notable achievements include:
2019: 1st place in 6/8 March in Grade 2 at the 153rd Scottish Highland Games in Pleasanton, CA
2019: WUSPBA 2nd Place Overall Aggregate Soloist in Grade 2
2019: Aggregate Soloist in Grade 2 at the Monterey, CA Scottish Games
2018: WUSPBA Northern Branch Champion Soloist in Grade 2
Band Competition
I joined my first band, the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office Pipe Band in 2008. By 2017, I had achieved the position of Pipe Major, a title I held for 7 years, during which time the band competed and placed in Grade 5 competitions. I currently play with the Boise Highlanders and the Caldwell Police Pipe Bands. I’ve also played with several other bands throughout my piping career, including:
The Prince Charles Pipe Band of SF, 2015-2018
The Stewart Tartan Pipes & Drums (now SVPB), 2013-2015
The Irish Pipers of SF, 2011-2013
The Stuart Highlanders of Menlo Park, 2010-2015