All hearts lifted when Richmond Johnston played his bagpipe for us. He was fantastic, professional, and really looked the part. I even had Scottish family over for the wedding, and I was thrilled because he took requests from them- and didn't play anything corny! The best!!
He was also very kind, and could take care of himself- got right to work and knew what to do.
I couldn't recommend him more. He was also affordable, and i think will go pretty much anywhere in the Hudson Valley.

here is his website:
http://www.bagpiper.com/webpage/n-69/c-36/Bagpiper-Richmond-Johnston.html