Piping for Hogmanay, St Andrew's Night, and the occasions rooted in the Scottish cultural year.

The Scottish calendar carries occasions that reward ceremony. Ceòlmhor provides piping for Hogmanay, St Andrew's Night, and the cultural gatherings that mark the turning of the year — each engagement approached with knowledge of the tradition behind the occasion and a repertoire drawn from it.

Base Package

The Gathering

£200

  • Arrival piping as guests gather
  • Ceremonial opening piece appropriate to the occasion
  • Closing piece to mark the formal end of proceedings

Covers the ceremonial bookends of the evening. Suited to smaller cultural gatherings, community events, and informal celebrations of the Scottish calendar. Includes professional execution of the defined ceremonial moments. Standard repertoire appropriate to the occasion. No advance consultation beyond logistics.

Standard Package

The Occasion

£275

  • Everything in The Gathering
  • Extended arrival and background piping during the reception
  • Performance set drawn from the relevant cultural repertoire
  • A second ceremonial moment during the evening
  • Pre-event repertoire conversation to incorporate preferences and align the piping with the structure and traditions of the occasion

For more formal occasions where the piper plays a structured and sustained role. Repertoire and timing adapted to suit the specific event and its traditions. Includes a pre-event repertoire conversation — an opportunity to indicate preferences, request specific tunes, or flag anything of cultural or personal significance to the occasion.

Premium Package

The Hogmanay Engagement

£350

  • Everything in The Occasion
  • First-footing arrival piece at midnight or the designated ceremonial moment
  • Personalised set compiled in consultation with the host
  • Dedicated pre-event consultation and written programme note prepared specifically for the occasion
  • Extended evening presence across multiple defined moments
  • Coordination with any other performers or entertainment present

The flagship engagement for Hogmanay and major cultural events. For private celebrations, corporate Hogmanay dinners, and large-scale cultural occasions where the piper is a central and visible presence throughout the night. Availability on 31 December is limited — early booking is strongly recommended. Includes a dedicated pre-event consultation by phone or email, and a personalised programme prepared specifically for the occasion. A written programme note explaining the repertoire choices is provided to the host.

Additional Performance Set

£75

An additional performance set of approximately 20–25 minutes. Can be added to any package at the time of booking or on request. Repertoire appropriate to the occasion.

Hogmanay availability on 31 December is strictly limited. Enquire early to confirm your date.

Booking Terms
  • 50% non-refundable deposit required to secure the date
  • Remaining balance due 7 days before the event
  • Travel surcharge: £0.50 per mile beyond the first five miles from Edinburgh city centre
  • Written contract issued for every booking
  • Hogmanay availability is strictly limited — enquire early to confirm your date