With a new date, this is the final major solo piping competition of 2024 marks the 152th Anniversary of the Games. The Waipu Highland Games are one of the longest-running Scottish gatherings in the Southern Hemisphere, offering fierce competition, spectacular entertainment and a full day of family-friendly fun. Run by the Waipu Caledonian Society for […]
The 2025 RNZPBA Summer School is being held at Scots College in Wellington. An easily located venue just five minutes from Wellington International Airport, and easy transfers from Auckland, Christchurch and Dunedin, Scots College and Wellington offer a fantastic venue for the Summer School. What will I learn? Over the Summer School there will be […]
The Weekend Piping Club is a fantastic learning place for new players and those that already play. Aimed at young people aged 17 & under, classes are taught in small groups here at The National Piping Centre in McPhater Street. There are six levels, all of which will run with the Glasgow schools term dates. […]
WINTER STORM WEEKEND January 15, 16, 17, 18, & 19, 2025 (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, & Sunday) Download workshop Curriculum and Classroom Materials Schedule of Events Registration and Check-in for Competitors and Students Wednesday Competitor check-in, pre-registered workshop check-in, and workshop on-site registration. Marriott 2nd Floor 3:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M. Thursday Competitor check-in, pre-registered […]
Highlighting concerts at Celtic Connections 2025 featuring bagpipes or piping-related music. The Celtic Connection website says about the concert: Trail West is an explosive six-piece with strong links to the Western Highlands & Islands. 2025 marks the band's fifteenth year together, and the year-long celebrations kick off in style at the Old Fruitmarket with their […]
Highlighting concerts at Celtic Connections 2025 featuring bagpipes or piping-related music. The Celtic Connection website says about the concert: Eabhal have made a significant impact on the Scottish music scene with their vibrant and energetic folk music. Their distinctive West Coast sound and dedication to Gaelic and English folk songs have earned them a prestigious Folk […]
Highlighting concerts at Celtic Connections 2025 featuring bagpipes or piping-related music. The Celtic Connection website says about the concert: FRAS have stormed their way through the West coast of Scotland and beyond with their iconic pipe heavy sound. A thundering four piece from na Garbh Chrìochan of box, flute, pipes and guitar. FRAS blend old melodies […]
Highlighting concerts at Celtic Connections 2025 featuring bagpipes or piping-related music. The Celtic Connection website says about the concert: Ranked among Scotland’s most skilled and imaginative contemporary folk acts, Breabach unites deep roots in Highland & Island tradition with the innovative Scottish music scene. 20 years since being awarded winners of the 2005 Danny Kyle […]
Highlighting concerts at Celtic Connections 2025 featuring bagpipes or piping-related music. The Celtic Connection website says about the concert: Brìghde Chaimbeul (Breech-huh Campbell) is a leading purveyor of celtic experimentalism and a master of the Scottish smallpipes; a bellows-blown, mellower cousin to the famous Highland bagpipes. A native Gaelic speaker, Brìghde roots her music in […]
Highlighting concerts at Celtic Connections 2025 featuring bagpipes or piping-related music. The Celtic Connection website says about the concert: Ross Miller’s engaging music and performance style has been thrilling audiences around the globe. A World Champion piper, Ross plays with infectious passion, bringing his distinct flair to every performance. Featuring a wealth of Scottish music […]
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