Playing for the Governor

I have played for former Governor Rowland and for Governor Rell. It is always a special occasion, and the bagpipes are recognized as adding a hightened sense of importance to the event. I like to think I was hired because of my special talents, but I learned differently at the last function I played with Governor Rell. The function was at the Connecticut Convention Center, and it began with a cocktail hour for the participants. There were about 500 guests enjoying 3 or 4 open bars outside the ballroom, waiting for Governor Rell to arrive. I was hired to play upon the arrival of the Governor and parade her into the ballroom where the event was to take place. Just before the Governor Rell arrived, the event co-ordinator said she hired me because they needed something loud to get people's attention to let them know the Governor was entering the room. Well it worked! And I might add that the Governor's approval ratings have never been higher!