Pipers of Dundee in the 19th century – 4
Jeannie Campbell MBE continues her historical research series on piping and pipers in Dundee in the 1800s.
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Jeannie Campbell MBE continues her historical research series on piping and pipers in Dundee in the 1800s.
Read the original ↗The 100% Collective of 28 female pipers and drummers marched through Quiberon, Brittany, on 25 October en route to the Festival Presqu’île Breizh. Drum-Major Emma Barr led the group at the front.
Read the original ↗Brodie Watson-Massey reviews The MacIsaac Collection of Pipe Music Volume 1, compiled, edited and published by Matt MacIsaac. The book gathers 75 compositions and arrangements and is available in print-plus-pdf or pdf-only editions.
Read the original ↗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.
Read the original ↗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.
Read the original ↗The Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association has appointed Meaghan Lyons as its next chief executive officer. The announcement was released on 20 October 2026.
Read the original ↗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.
Read the original ↗A pipes|drums opinion piece argues that good band leadership is about developing players, not blaming departures as poaching. The article uses the idea of answering members’ needs to keep them engaged.
Read the original ↗BBC Scotland and the Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association have confirmed that the 2027 World Pipe Band Championships livestream is still undecided. A petition calling for the broadcast to be saved has gathered close to 3,000 signatures.
Read the original ↗Pipe Bands Australia has elected new national leadership following its Annual General Meeting on 18 October 2026. David Doyle is among those named in the announcement.
Read the original ↗The British Columbia Pipers’ Association will hold its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, 18 November 2026 at 7:00 p.m. The notice gives the meeting date and start time, but no venue details.
Read the original ↗The notebook looks ahead to the World Solo Drumming in Glasgow and wishes the drummers well, while arguing that judges should weigh both musical and technical playing. It also points readers toward related piping items, including a Stuart Liddell recital.
Read the original ↗The new Piping Wire brings together piping news, competition coverage and event listings in one free service. It is aimed at keeping players and followers up to date across the piping world.
Read the original ↗The Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association has walked back its earlier claim about BBC Scotland’s Worlds coverage. It now says the broadcaster has not made a final decision on the 2027 livestream.
Read the original ↗Donald WG Lindsay and Roo Geddes are behind Honeymoon Bridge, a new double album featuring songs, smallpipes, fiddle and piano. The release marks the Lindsay System’s tenth anniversary year.
Read the original ↗Celtic Connections has announced its 2027 programme, with Highland pipes, smallpipes and uilleann pipes featured throughout the festival. The line-up includes the National Youth Pipe Band of Scotland.
Read the original ↗Jeannie Campbell MBE says a blind piper, Michael Kazmierski Dunn, got in touch after the new edition of her Highland Bagpipe Makers book was published. The piece is a personal response from Campbell rather than a competition report.
Read the original ↗The Ontario Youth Pipe Band and the PPBSO Ottawa Branch ran a Back 2 School Workshop on 26 September 2026, bringing young pipers and drummers together across Ontario. The gathering featured participants from 11 bands and organisations.
Read the original ↗The British Columbia Pipers’ Association says membership fees will rise slightly for the 2026-27 season after board review. The increase is linked to higher operating costs including venue rentals, insurance, awards, trophy maintenance, website and communications platforms.
Read the original ↗Thirty young female pipers and drummers will take part in the Scotland v Australia Women’s Rugby International at Scottish Gas Murrayfield on 26 September in Edinburgh. The performance is being led by Eilidh MacDonald as a pitch-side display for women in piping and drumming.
Read the original ↗St. Columba’s School in Renfrewshire is advertising for a piping instructor to replace Chris Gray, who has held the post since 2022. Applications close on 30 September.
Read the original ↗The National Piping Centre is set to host a five-day Gathering in November 2026. The programme is described as bringing together music, learning, laughter, and connection.
Read the original ↗A guest opinion in pipes|drums makes the case for better teaching and support for bass drummers, arguing that respect and encouragement are essential to recruiting and retaining players.
Read the original ↗The RSPBA says it was saddened to hear of the recent passing of Honorary Life Member Wilson Young on 24 August 2026.
Read the original ↗British Columbia Pipers’ Association says Skerryvore will perform in Victoria on October 6, 2026, and Vancouver on October 7, 2026. The post notes a limited-time member ticket discount code and lists the Victoria show at McPherson Playhouse, starting at 7:30 p.m. and with tickets from $67.00.
Read the original ↗The British Columbia Pipers’ Association published a tribute to Lew Ross, who was born in Glasgow on June 17, 1939, and died on July 4, 2026. The piece says he made an impact through his career, sport, community service, friendship, and family. It is an obituary-style remembrance rather than a competition or event report.
Read the original ↗The Pipers’ and Pipe Band Society of Ontario says summer severe weather, including sudden storms and high heat and humidity, requires planning by bands, games organizers and individuals. It recommends hydration, shade tents and securing tents properly. The note refers to a recent incident at a highland games as the reason for the reminder, but gives no further details.
Read the original ↗The Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association says Chief Executive Officer Colin Mulhern has formally informed the board that he will step down in March 2027.
Read the original ↗Pipe Bands Australia says female pipers and drummers from Australia and overseas are invited to join a landmark Melbourne event on 5 July 2026. The parade is described as a centenary celebration honouring pioneers and aiming for a world-record attempt.
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