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The British Columbia Pipers’ Association spotlights the 100% Collective Pipe Band, an international all-women ensemble drawing attention across the piping world. The piece also connects the band’s story to BCPA members and the Pacific Northwest.
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Cullen Pipe Band in Co. Cork marked its 85th anniversary on 17 October 2026, with family, friends and the local community gathering to celebrate. The occasion also recognised Pipe Major Con Houlihan’s 50 years with the band.
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Pipe Bands Australia elected a new national leadership team at its annual general meeting on 18 October, with David Doyle of Tasmania chosen as president. Joel Solak of Tasmania was elected secretary.
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Eddie Gorman looks back on his first trip to North America with Muirhead & Sons for the Scottish Tattoo at the Canadian National Exhibition in Toronto. He describes an event that featured leading Grade 1 bands from Scotland and Northern Ireland, along with local bands.
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British Columbia Pipers’ Association president says he will seek another term at the upcoming annual general meeting and board election. The announcement is directed to BCPA members and concerns the association’s leadership vote.
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Readers are being asked to predict the top five overall winners at the 2026 Glenfiddich on 31 October at Blair Castle, Blair Atholl, Scotland. The prize package is offered by R.G. Hardie & Co.
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The Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association has confirmed there will be no increase in band registration fees for the 2027 season. Registration has now opened for member bands.
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Major Sinclair Memorial have announced that Glenn Cupples will lead the band as Pipe Major for the 2027 season. P/M Nigel O’Neill is stepping down after five years in the role.
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The British Columbia Pipers’ Association is promoting website advertising for events and other news of interest to its members and followers. It says members receive special pricing and social reach for those promotions.
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The Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association has appointed Meaghan Lyons as its next chief executive officer. The announcement was released on 20 October 2026.
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The Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association has named Meaghan Lyons as its next chief executive officer, with Colin Mulhern due to hand over in March 2027. Lyons will begin a transitional post at the association’s Glasgow headquarters.
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The Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association has named Meaghan Lyons as its next chief executive officer. The appointment is the latest leadership move at the governing body.
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