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BALTIMORE BAGPIPER FRANCIS WALLACE

	Mr. Robert Gilchrist was my primary teacher. Bands I have played with include: Lionhart P.B. (Alexandria, VA), Chesapeake & Caledonia (Annapolis, MD), Delmar (Wilmington, DE), and the Police Emerald Society of Baltimore (Towson, MD). I have played Graduations previously for John Hopkins University, American University, Goucher College, Gilman, McDonough, Glen Elg Country School, Jemicy, and Redeemer Classical Christian. Other past venues include Golf Outings, Annapolis Yacht Club for their Robert Burns and Memorial Day festivities, St. Andrews Society of Baltimore MD, and the Harford Highland Society of Harford County, MD. Burns Society of Annapolis, MD. Dinning in’s at the U.S. Naval Academy and Dinning out at the Naval Air Systems Command at Patuxent River, MD, numerous Church Services in Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington D.C., and for Anheuser-Bush Bass Pale Ale promotions through Rio Creative in Annapolis and Washington D.C. St. Patrick’s Day and Parade you will find me in North-East Baltimore and Baltimore County playing at local establishments with Highland and Irish Dancer’s. Last year our Patrons were: The Firehouse Tavern, The Emerald Tavern, O'Hara’s Pub, Redbrick Station, The Barn, Jerry D’s Saloon, Hazelwood Inn, Laurelville Tavern, The Old Philadelphia Inn, Dead Freddie’s, The Twisted Harp, 10^th Ward party at St. Elizabeth’s, and the VFW’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day party on Harford Road. Shaw Golf outing Francis once again I want to thank you for the fine job. I was reminiscing all day and just to compliment you I have to say you are one of possibly the best pipers I have heard over hear. Take care and I have your number now for future events. Slán leat agus béannácht deí Padraig McDonagh Shaw Power Group Morgantown FGD Project Newbug, MD 20646 Dear Francis: I just wanted to thank you for making our wedding ceremony so incredibly special to myself and all who attended. It was so amazing and you did a wonderful job. I would like your address to send you a proper thank you card and a well deserved tip (sorry it was not included in the envelope yesterday). I cannot thank you enough for your impeccable performance. I will forever remember this day and your presence there has touched mine and my husband's life. Thank you so much again. Best Regards, Kelly & Dave Wise Francis performed for us at the Annapolis Yacht Club in January at our Birthday Celebration for Robert Burns. Not only is Francis a talent at his craft, he is also very personable and a joy to be around. After his performance our Commodore was so impressed that we asked him to play for our club at our Annual Memorial Day Service in tribute for members that have passed this year. Thanks, Roberta Events Coordinator Annapolis Yacht Club Dear Francis, The food for our party was good, but the bagpiping really added to the 60th Anniversary Celebration. Thank you most sincerely for your contribution even in the rain. God Bless, Agnes Bartlett AXA ADVISORS, LLC Financial Professional Mr. Wallace played for our squadron’s Dining Out. His exceptional talent and unmatched professionalism were instrumental in making the evening an enormous success. Whether personal or official, I highly recommend Mr. Wallace to add the unique sound of the bagpipes to your special event. LT Daniel "Fusilli" Fucito, USN F/A-18A-G Flight Test Project Officer VX-23, NAS Patuxent River, MD DSN: 757-4386 Dear Francis, Many thanks to you for playing; it really added a nice touch to the event! I will be sure to contact you for any future events in the Baltimore/DC area. Cheers, Megan Donnchie Laphroaig & Ardmore_Distributor Thank you for your attendance and the music really added to Erinn’s service. We are still getting cards remarking on what a nice touch the bagpiper made. Everyone seemed to appreciate the music being played as they entered the parking lot. Several said they heard it as soon as they turned in the drive. Personally Bagpipes are a favorite of mine. Thank you again, Beverly Farver Mr. Wallace, We enjoyed the music you played and we received many wonderful comments. Also quite a few inquiries about you. Again, Thank you so very much. Beverly Farver. Francis - Thank you so very much for your beautiful music at our wedding! Everyone has been raving about how amazing you were. Unfortunately I didn't even get to see you so I'm very excited to see the video. But Erik was so excited to see that you were there playing the bagpipes and other guests have been talking about how cool it was that we had you there. Sorry I didn't get to see you - unfortunately the rain ruined our departure out of the church but the day altogether was amazing. I won't hesitate for a second to recommend you to others!!!! Thanks again!! Alyssa Dear Francis Paul and were so happy with your performance at our wedding ceremony. The music of the bagpipes set the whole tone for our wedding. It was so unique, yet so traditional. You are a very talented musician and we both agree having you play was one of the best decisions we made. You obviously love what you do. And you were so helpful in choosing the right music. Our only regret is that we didn't have you play at the reception as well as the ceremony. We would highly recommend you. Thanking for adding to our special day. Erin and Paul Thalheimer Dear Mr. Wallace, Thank you so much for playing at my husband's memorial service. He would have loved hearing you, but then again I'm sure he did. Our sons John, Phillip, Thomas and James all of Scottish heritage wanted very much to hear bagpipes at the Service. All were so pleased and moved. I heard that grown men were crying. My saying, "I always tear up when I hear bagpipers". You added so much to a very emotional day for all of us. Thank you, Best Regards Nancy McIntyre Thanks for playing Palm Sunday, March 16. It went well. Your flexibility was appreciated. Anne Timpane Director of Music St. John's in Chevy Chase Fran, I am so so sorry it has taken so long for me to write back to you. Irishtown Fire Company won the Judges Award. Its a long story but the short of it is, we were not permitted to be judged this year due to our membership dues being late to the Adams County Fireman's Association. However, the judges award is not a county sponsored award, and the judges were very impressed. I have attached several photos. We would like to book you for next years convention, which will be held in York Springs Adams County (about 15 minutes from our station). Also, we would like to invite you and a guest to our annual appreciation banquet which is being held Saturday February 20, 2010. Please let me know if you and a guest would like to attend. If your interested, we would be honored for you to pipe when we post the colors. Hope to hear from you soon. Respectfully submitted, John Weiser, EMT-B, BVRT Irishtown Vol. Fire Company St. Andrew’s Christian Community December 3 Dear Francis, Many, many thanks for adding so much spirit to our parish Thanksgiving gathering Sunday evening, November 23. Your piping talents, while no surprise to myself, were greatly appreciated by everyone. I appreciate having friends like yourself. Here is the check as a thoughtful “Thank you”. Keep well, keep young, keep smiling and keep piping! The compliments of the season, Rev. 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			Dear Francis, We wanted you to know how much everyone enjoyed having you play your bagpipes at our father’s 80th birthday. He was thrilled and stood in awe watching you come down the street toward him playing the pipes in the distance. Having you there made the party a success and I’m so glad we contacted you. I know we had made the right choice especially since you had the same last name and also after hearing how beautifully you played. It was a pleasure doing business. We wish you much happiness and prosperity for the future. Galen Wallace & Nancy Levy Dear Francis, Thank you for providing the beautiful bagpipes at my Father’s funeral. Many people came up to me during the reception and noted how wonderful your music was. You are very talented. Best Barbara Hi Fran, It was such a pleasure to meet you. I can’t thank you enough for everything you did in honor of my father and my family. When I heard you playing from the church parking lot it reminded me of Scottish Soldier’s coming over the mountain. Your suggestions worked perfectly. I loved when you played up the church isle and faced our family with my favorite song of choice, I absolutely loved it. I can’t tell you enough what it did for me. What you saw were tears of joy! I was in total awe. You were so professional and looked fantastic in your Scottish attire. You had a huge selection of songs and you never missed a note from start to finish. I can’t tell you how many compliments we received from our many distinguished guests about your performance. Thanks to you we were able to give my Father a proper send off to his better place. I hope we meet again, I would recommend you to anyone even the Black Watch Regiment. I have their CD and you could hold court with the best of them. Let me know if you come out with a CD as I would love to attain a copy. Best Regards, Linda du Pont Dear Fran, Thank you for playing the bagpipes at the funeral of Michael J. Loftus Sr. Your music added a very personal touch. Sincerely, The Loftus Family Mr. Wallace, Thank you so much for the wonderful performance at the Autry funeral yesterday. Rose Autry, the widow, was very pleased and commented several times to me how good your performance was. Thanks again and may God bless. Doris Hensley Mr. Wallace, On behalf of the family of Robert Autry, we would like to thank you for providing the graveside music for our loved one. Words cannot express the beauty your bagpipes provided as a final tribute to a man that was loved by so many. Your music honored him in a way that can only be described as "classic". A word he used often to describe the best of the best, and you truly excelled in your field. Thank you, Mrs. Rose Autry Francis, Brenda & I would like to thank you for playing the bagpipes at our Wedding! God Bless Colin & Brenda Hi Francis, It was absolutely perfect! Everyone enjoyed it! The City Neighbor's Charter School Family thanks you for your musical contribution to our annual International Pot Luck Dinner. Sincerely, Doris & The Community Relations Committee City Neighbors Charter School Dear Fran, Thank you so much for helping out and performing at our Wedding on short notice. It has long been a dream of mine to walk down the aisle with bagpipes playing and you have made that possible. This meant so much to Shawn and I. We are very glad that you were part of our day! Thank you again, Katie & Shawn Dear Mr. Wallace, Thanks for your beautiful bagpipe playing. My guest's were all thrilled by your music. Sincerely, Fiona Scott Fran, We both want to thank you very much for joining us on our special day and for doing your part. I'm sure everyone enjoyed it. If we ever know of anyone or we nee your services again we have your number. Many Thanks, Michael & Robin Hi Fran, Hope you had a nice time in Maine, we're going up at the end of September, really looking forward to it. Thanks again for being such a wonderful piper at our wedding. We enjoyed meeting you and our guest's thought you were great. Enjoy the pics and please keep us informed if you plan to play in public anytime soon. Take Care, Katherine & Jim Dear Francis, Thank you for playing at my Dad's service. Your music will always remain in our memories. Sincerely, Stephanie Wilson
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