Bagpiper, Stephen Sutherland Holter Youngstown, Ohio. Available for Weddings, Memorial Services, Parties, and Special Events in Youngstown, Akron, Cleveland and other Northeast Ohio locations. Stephen is also available to provide Scottish and Irish bagpipe music in Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania.

Stephen Sutherland Holter grew up enjoying the piping performances of his cousins, founding members of the San Antonio Pipes and Drums. Now, with over 15 years experience as a piper, Stephen enjoys returning to Texas annually to perform with his family at the Texas Folklife Festival in San Antonio.

Currently a member of the Red Hackle Pipes & Drums, based in Cleveland, Ohio, Stephen has been a member of several competitive pipe bands. In addition to participating in award-winning pipe-band performances, Stephen has also been a medalist in solo piping competitions in the U.S. and Canada.

Some of the highlights of Stephen’s piping career include playing at a Rod Stewart concert. In addition, Stephen spent the day as the personal bagpiper for George Killian (Killian’s Irish Beer). Stephen also has extensive experience piping for a variety of special events including weddings, parties, funerals, golf outings, and St. Patrick’s Day festivities.