Author: Brad Beaton
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At Saint Peter Chanel Catholic church in Roswell, on the morning of Saturday, February 28th, I arrived early, about 9:50, to play from 10:15 to 10:30 before a memorial service. I was also expected to play after the service at about 11:30. I noticed that the church had a pre-school and elementary school, so I…
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On Friday, January 17 there was a huge gathering of the Mong Community to celebrate the life of one of their beloved pastors, Kx. Num Nyaj Hawj. This pastor had served the Mong community with love and dedication for many decades and gained the love and trust of many hundreds in the Mong community. Here…
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The first blog (#1) of this little “Heritage and History” series of blogs started with a blog about a piping job at Kennesaw Memorial Park, which I posted on AtlantaKilts.com and which got me thinking about the significance of the Civil War history in this Kennesaw/Cheatham Hill area and of the city of Atlanta more…
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On Sunday, January 5th 2025, I had the privilege of playing at a graveside service at Arlington Memorial Park. The service was scheduled to begin at 10:30 AM, and my original plan was to arrive at 10:00. I always try to arrive early, and this time traffic was lighter so arrived even earlier than planned:…
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I played at a graveside service on December 30th for a family that celebrates Georgia Tech loyalty, and was given the address for Floral Hills Memory Gardens. I arrived early at Floral Hills, and I searched for the tent with chairs. I drove back and forth, from one side of Floral Hills to the other…
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July 31st, 2023, was a day filled with reflection and purpose as I traveled to honor lives through the timeless sound of the bagpipes. It’s always a privilege to bring music to moments of remembrance, and this day was no exception. The morning began with a drive to Memorial Park Main in Gainesville, a serene…
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On June 17, 2023, I had the honor of playing at the graveside service of Steven Wesley Linthicum at Georgia Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery. Steven was a retired fireman and public servant who dedicated his life to serving the communities of Gwinnett and Atlanta. It was a privilege to be part of a…
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Weddings are a time to celebrate love, family, and tradition, and Holly and Aaron’s wedding at Woodmont Golf Club was the perfect blend of all three. It was an honor to be part of their special day and to help infuse it with the rich sounds of Scottish heritage. Holly’s heartfelt thank-you note beautifully reflects…
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There is something truly magical about the sound of bagpipes echoing through a beautiful venue like Chateau Elan, and Rachel and Duncan’s wedding was no exception. It was an honor to play a part in their celebration and to create moments that they and their guests will cherish forever. Rachel and Duncan’s heartfelt thank-you letter…
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There’s something undeniably special about a wedding surrounded by the charm and tranquility of Glenn Ella Springs Inn in Clarksdale, Georgia. Jennifer and Mark’s ceremony was a true testament to the beauty of love, and it was an honor to contribute to their day with the timeless melodies of the bagpipes. Jennifer and Mark’s kind…