Bagpiper and Bugler perform at Forest Lawn. It was an honor today to perform with Keith. He is a member of our great US Army! And a talented musician. It is common for cemetery flag folding ceremonies to have a bugle player. In this case he played free style, and the sound was super. I know this meant a lot to the family. Forest Lawn Glendale and all the properties really go all out to support and show respect for our soldiers. On May 27th there will be ceremonies at all the Southland parks to remember Memorial Day. Thanks to Special Events Director Tom Smith, my family and I will be performin ..read more

Beverly Hills Presbyterian Bagpipers Beverly Hills Presbyterian Bagpipers Harry Farrar Sr. and Jr. were joined by Drummer Amanda for a great day. The latest member of the Beverly Hills Presbyterian Church was baptized today in a mass at the main floor church. The bagpipe players performed tunes that were age appropriate including “Camptown Races”. And “Twinkle Little Star” was thrown in for other young parishioners. Historical Church In Beverly Hills The church on North Rodeo drive was finished and in service in 1924. The original church was expanded over the years. Now Sunday services are pe ..read more

2005 Audio of Easter Bagpiper I found this memory of me on the bagpipes from 20 years ago! I was invited to Malibu Presbyterian Church, on the hill over looking the Pacific. The Church asked me to play Christ Is Risen at the 6AM Sunday mass. The choir and 20 piece orchestra (joined by me!) did a rehearsal the night before since it was televised. At the time, cell phone? what’s that? I had this old hand-held voice tape recorder and put it in my big feather bonnet. This is the recording. And a powerful video software of the day! The church was burned down in the following years with the next fi ..read more

Bagpiper Harry Farrar is the St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Church Funeral Bagpipe Player. The recently renovated church was a perfect setting for this Irish funeral service. The family and friends were especially respectful of the flag as the deceased was a veteran. The unique name of the church dates back to Poland.  Many tunes can be played at services. In this case the Notre Dame Fight song was a unique treat.  See more about St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Church  Funeral Bagpipe player It is common to incorporate Bagpipes at the beginning and at the close of the service. The ..read more

Maybourne Hotel Bagpiper A special VIP visitor at The Maybourne Hotel in the heart of Beverly Hills was serenaded by the bagpipe song “Wearin’ of the Green”. The staff and managers of the hotel prepared a perfect surprise in the hotel lobby for everyone to enjoy.  VIP The Maybourne HotelThis very high end property is a spectacular renovation of the former hotel The Montage. The hotel opened in 2008 in Beverly hills after 3 years of construction. Since then the Maybourne Hotel Group  purchased the property. The average cost per room was $2.1 Million ! Now the Mediterranean style land ..read more

Bagpipe Musicians Bagpipe Musicians were perfect  for an event hosted by the MOUNTAIN RECREATION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY otherwise know as MRCA. This department is know as a resource for ” Jack of all trades” and handles all kinds of challenges is the mountains around Los Angeles and Ventura.  MRCA Fire Over the years there have been horrible and substantial wild fires in these mountains. Regrettably some of the department service men and women have died in the line of duty. This is when Bagpipers and drums are called on to play for services. Thanks to all who protect our parks and mo ..read more

Veterans Often Have a Bag Piper For a Funeral Having a Bag piper for a funeral is common especially in Burbank and Glendale. The Forest Lawn cemeteries are top notch at respecting our fallen. Bagpipe Player Harry Farrar has been performing at Forest Lawns for 40 years. Every year he is joined by other pipers for Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day ceremonies generously hosted by the properties and coordinated by Tom Smith, Special Events Director for the parks. Lawson Service Bagpiper A Bagpiper for a funeral can also be at a Church as well and there are many to choose from. Harry performs for serv ..read more

Gospel writer, singer as well as over all entertainer Deitrick Haddon, invited Harry Farrar from bagpipeplayers.com to be part of his latest video, “One Day”. A unique filming site was located on a tall hill east of Los Angeles with a view of downtown LA on an early clear morning. The video team did a great job with theme and scene selection. Deitrick showed some great examples of physical fitness while shooting this energetic video. Deitrick has a very large following on social media and can be found @dhaddy   The song is available now on all platforms here: One Day Subscribe to His cha ..read more

  White Harte Bagpiper | St. Patrick’s Day Enjoy a great weekend over March 17th  at Woodland Hill’s finest HEADQUARTERS for celebrations- The White Harte Pub. Top shelf drinks, Celtic themed food and a great atmosphere is what you need to be happy on this tradition Irish Holiday. Over the last few years this family style dining locations has been the place to go for wedding parties, birthdays, company holiday parties and more. New Year’s Eve is a fine time to party with friends and new friends at this handsome pub/restaurant. Remember  to go to the White Harte Bagpiper | St. Pa ..read more

Bagpiper Los Angeles Flagship Cemetery Bagpiper Los Angeles Flagship Cemetery. Harry Farrar performs many times a month at Forest Lawn Glendale and has been sending the sounds of the bagpipes into the hills at this iconic final resting-place since 1981. Events include Church and chapel services as well as graveside burial ceremonies. Many famous people are among the over 250,000 whom are at rest here including Jimmy Stewart, Clark Gable, Elizabeth Taylor and Walt Disney. The Church of the Resurrection and the Wee Kirk O’ The Heather are famous spots for funeral services and weddings on occas ..read more