We are once again delighted to be hosting the Caritas Banner Piobaireachd Competition for pipers aged 18 & Under, writes P/M Ben Duncan. The date is Sunday 29 November at George Watson’s College, Edinburgh.
The competition is 100% piobaireachd and offers three categories: 18 & Under Piobaireachd (submit 2 tunes); 14 & Under Piobaireachd (own choice); 14 & Under Urlar and Variation (own choice).
Closing date for entries (£7) is November 6. Each event is limited to 25 competitors. Competitors age is as at the date of the competition. Highland dress must be worn including bonnets, and pipes must have bag covers.
Use the QR code to enter:
Entries have continued to bloom over the past four years and we hope to continue the ascension of entries this year. The winner of the 18 & Under Piobaireachd will receive the coveted Caritas Banner, kindly donated by the Piobaireachd Society, to retain for one year and a beautiful prize practice chanter from Kintail Bagpipes.
All judges are of the very highest calibre for what promises to be a great day of ceòl mòr. Entries are now open via the QR code on the flyer.
NZ Youth Pipe Band
This weekend sees two important concerts by the band. There first is in Auckland on October 10 and the second in Hamilton on October 11.
The concerts will feature the band’s critically acclaimed debut album ‘Bound By Sound’ will be supported by Hamilton Caledonian Pipe Band and the support artists who featured on the album.
The National Youth Pipe Band of New Zealand is under the direction of well-known Gold Medallist Stuart Easton. He said: ‘Getting around New Zealand to locations we don’t often perform at is an important part of us showcasing the unique combination of Scottish music and kiwi culture.
‘With most of the band still in place since the CD recording, people with favourite tracks will be able to see those musicians live and doing what they love.
‘The band has been working hard throughout the winter, with a number of members spending time in Scotland competing in solo or band.’
Tickets are on sale now and available here:
March Lessons… A large range of tunes…. click on pic
Lessons on marches… click on pic to select your tune