As the registration deadline for the 2018 Ottawa Branch Indoor Highland Games in Kemptville approaches, we’re writing with a few notes and reminders for competitors. We’re looking forward to a great day of piping and drumming competitions! PPBSO grades: The games is unsanctioned, but competitors are expected to compete in their PPBSO (or affiliate organization) […]
In light of the large winter storm headed toward central and eastern Ontario, the Branch executive has decided to cancel this weekend’s Glengarry Cup professional MSR contest. While some of the latest models predict a lull in precipitation for Saturday evening, nearly half of our competitors will be travelling long distances earlier in the day […]
Glengarry Cup Join us for the 2018 Glengarry Cup, taking place Saturday, April 14th at the RCAF Officers’ Mess in downtown Ottawa. This professional invitational event features an own-choice MSR contest. This year’s judge is Michael Grey. Michael will play a few tunes after the competition! Pipers invited to compete include: Andrea […]
2011 Marrs “2011 Marr African blackwood bagpipes, $1000. Plain turned with imitation ivory. Includes Hardie ABW chanter, bag cover, Balance Tone drones, Gibson water trap, Moose valve, new Gilmour reed, hard case. $1000. Contact: Jill at jwylie@ripnet.com or cell 613-266-8410.” 1950-60s Hardies “Circa 1950-60’s. The chanter is a Hardie, the drones are African Blackwood and […]
The Glengarry Pipe Band presents a Scottish Movie Afternoon at the Mayfair Theatre featuring a performance by the Glengarry Pipe Band and a showing of Whisky Galore!, a 1949 British comedy film. Come out for a fun afternoon and support the band! When: Sunday, March 25 – 3:00 pm doors open Where: Mayfair Theatre – […]
The 2018 Ottawa Branch Knockout Finals took place Saturday, March 3rd, with finalists across multiple categories submitted medleys of their own choice. After the contest, piping judge Dr. Angus MacDonald entertained the packed hall with a great recital. Earlier that day, close to 30 took part in a piobaireachd workshop, with Dr. Angus going over […]
