Solo Pipers & Drummers

As thrilling as the massed pipe bands (some 400+ strong) and the pipe band competitions are, we also offer you the chance to experience a different type of pipe music. Long before pipe music was codified and written down for organized band playing, the lone piper in the wild Highlands learned haunting melodies from his father and his grandfather. You can hear some of these ancient tunes under the trees near the Cherrydale mansion.

Our solo pipers and drummers practice all year for these competitions – most, we hope, have understanding spouses – and it is a pleasure to listen to them strut their stuff. 

Registration is now closed for this event.