George Sherriff Amateur Invitational Results

The results for the 2021 George Sherriff Memorial Invitational were announced on Saturday, November 20, in a livestream broadcast. The winners’ names were interspersed with video recordings of the first place performances. The contest was organized virtually this year.  It was the 25th anniversary for the competition which saw the top 10 amateur pipers from Canada and the United States perform in three separate events.  By Bob Worrall The overall champion…

My Tribute to Balvenie Medal Winner John Wilson

This tribute was given in person at the Glenfiddich Championship held at Blair Castle, Blair Atholl, on October 30, where the writer was Master of Ceremonies….. The Balvenie Medal is awarded annually at the Glenfiddich Championship to recognize a lifetime contribution to piping. It’s the giving back, selflessly giving of one’s self, that is the key criterion for the awarding of this prestigious medal. If I may use a term…

Details Announced for the George Sherriff Amateur Invitational

Organiser Bob Worrall reports….Countdown to the 23rd Annual George Sherriff Memorial Invitational on November 17. It will be held in St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church, Hamilton, Ontario. All the details with regard to competitors, their bio’s, times, location, adjudicators, etc. are all available on the website. Last year’s competitors and judges are pictured above. ‘The Sherriff’ gives top amateur players a taste of what it’s like to play at a major professional…

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