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Although the Bobby didn’t get his “surprise runaway ostrich” he had secretly hoped would make an appearance, his bride did surprise him with the beautiful sound of bagpipes playing for walking down the aisle and their send off. Manoe Konings, clarinet player with the Johann Strauss Orchestra. Karry and I headed out of our cabin, nestled in the woods behind the lodge, to scout out locations for the day and, of course, to visit the McClain Petting Zoo (I still want the beautiful Highland cow that I can’t convince Karry that we need).Īll of the little details of this wedding came together beautifully, from Emily’s flowers and boots to her choice of a green velvet bridesmaid dress to their ceremony location. Karry and I were welcomed in by their family and we knew the next day was going to be amazing. Birmingham Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa, a traditional bagpiper wanders the golf. In late 2009, Jasper Coal began performing regularly with the award-winning competition bagpipe and drum band the Ian Sturrock Memorial Pipe Band of Birmingham, Alabama. I’ve been credited as a player or arranger on numerous projects including gospel artist Candi Staton, R&B legend Jo Jo Benson and Peggy Scott, the Grammy Award winning Blind Boys of Alabama, The Dixie. There was hot chocolate, a campfire, s’mores and lots of laughter. Day 1 Golf Oxmoor Valley Birmingham Where To Stay Where To Eat. I am a Grammy nominated arranger, keyboardist and producer with over 35 years of studio experience. Emily and Bobby also had me capture their intimate rehearsal dinner at theMcClain Lodge, where they would be tying the knot the next day. Technically proficient, enjoy imaginative, creative playing and a willingness to experiment. in 0 band Barry guitarist, Experienced over ten years playing locally and across the U.K. I am always so honored when couples choose me to tell their story, not to just take their wedding pictures. 22 mi Barry Guitarist/Guitar player introducing Rock Indie/Alternative Jazz. They wanted someone to tell their story on their big day. They weren’t looking for a “regular” wedding photographer. They wanted their engagement photos at Cheaha State Park, a spectacular park which I’ve loved since Will & Suz’s sunrise session there.Įmily told me how she fell in love with my work, from portraits of guests to the way posed my brides.

They were genuine, sincere, and filled with joy. I fell in love with Emily and Bobby at our first meeting.

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