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MAIRI'S WEDDING
Mary McNiven's friend Johnny Bannerman wrote Mairi's Wedding (aka "Marie's Wedding" and the "Lewis Bridal Song") in 1934 using a traditional Scots tune, and it was first played for her at the Old Highlanders Institute in Glasgow's Elmbank Street. Sir Hugh S. Robertson
translated the Scottish Gaelic language into English a year later. It was specifically written for the wedding of Miss McNiven to Skye-born sea captain John Campbell, although the ceremony didn't take place for another 6 years! The bride lived into her nineties and is
reported as being amazed by the song's popularity. "Mairi's Wedding" has been recorded by Kenneth McKellar, The Clancy Brothers, The Chieftains with Van Morrison, The Kings Singers and others. The Rankin Family took it to number one in Canada. Needless to say it is popular in weddings with a Scottish theme.
Courtesy of Wikipedia
MP3s of Mairi's Wedding
 Flute & guitar intro, female duet
Trio with drum accompaniment
The Rankin Family
Bagpipe solo
Lively traditional group (duet)
Contemporary rollicking band
Operatic soloist with piano
Scarritt-Bennett Center's
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 EDDINGS
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Celebrate your wedding in style!
For centuries bagpipers have played for weddings in Scotland, Ireland and throughout Europe.
Elegant and stately, the instrument heralds the marriage ceremony with music that speaks to heritage and tradition as few other instruments can.
Make your special day memorable with the powerful, stirring sound of the Great Highland Pipes.
Legend of the Scotch Thistle
National Flower of Scotland
Legend tells of a Viking invasion long ago. As the Vikings approached a Scottish castle under cover of night, they stepped into a field of thistle in their bare feet and yelled out
in pain. Their cries awoke the soldiers encamped outside the castle and the attack was thwarted. Since then, thistle has been the national emblem of Scotland.
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SERVICES OFFERED
The following describes the services I offer when you contract with me to play for your wedding.
Consultation Session
We can meet at the piano or organ to audition pieces from my repertoire. If this is not convenient, you may elect to listen to recordings
and let me know your favorite pieces by phone or email. Some people even say,
"I'll just leave it up to you." Plus there are a couple dozen sound samples on the Repertoire page (link below).
Pre-service music for the 20-30 minutes prior to the service may be chosen, including music for seating the mothers. Congregational hymns,
solos, or special pieces may also be auditioned during the consultation.
The couple can greatly assist the process by listening to recordings prior to the consultation to identify the style
of music which most appeals to their tastes. Specific composers and names of works will greatly aid planning and make the consultation period
more productive. Note: the piper does not attend consultations.
You may bring sheet music of favorite songs, tapes, or programs from other weddings at this time. Sheet music to specially
requested songs must be purchased and supplied to the organist at least two weeks prior to the ceremony, and will remain the property of the
bride and groom. Discretion should be used when requesting love songs and other secular music, keeping in mind the sacramental nature of the ceremony.
Your minister can offer guidance on this subject as well. Rules defining restrictions vary from church to church, so ultimately these decisions should be made
in conjunction with the officiating minister.
The Rehearsal
Please plan the walk-through of the bridesmaids' processional, bridal march,
and recessional at the beginning of the rehearsal. The organist and piper are generally
not needed for the remainder of activities that take place.
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Schedule of Fees
Celtic Repertoire
Wedding Plan
After reviewing my services and rates, and confirming my availability for your date, submit the
Contract Form to hire me to play for your wedding.
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 Wightman Chapel at Scarritt Bennett
A lovely alternative for those wishing an off-church site, the beautiful chapel at Scarritt Bennett Center features an
intimate setting with great acoustics, pipe organ, grand piano, and reception facilities. Information on renting this popular site for weddings
may be found on the Scarritt Bennett Website
Also see my Popular Wedding Venues page for great photos of Wightman Chapel not available on the Scarritt Bennett site.
Have questions about Wightman? Send a message to ♥ JAMES ♥
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