The first Knockout of the 2017-18 series enjoyed a strong entry, with 17 entrants signed up for the A Piping 6/8 March contest. The evening began with a Branch AGM. No motions were presented for consideration, and as such the proceedings focused on the election of an executive slate. The Branch executive for 2017-18 is […]
2017-18 Knockout Series We are pleased to announce dates and tune requirements for the 2017-18 Knockout Series. The Knockouts are a staple in the Ottawa Branch calendar, offering amateur pipers and drummers the opportunity to work on repertoire in advance of the outdoor contest season. This year, we have coordinated with the Toronto Branch to […]
An evening to celebrate the life of a truly exceptional person. There will be a silent auction, raffle and a 50/50 draw. All proceeds from the evening will go to Tom’s family. There will music throughout the evening. If you would like to play, please send a message to scotty_44@live.com and justin.purvis@ucdsb.on.ca. Payment for auction […]
Highland on the Rideau takes place in Smiths Falls on June 24th. The event features: Free admission Free parking Amateur solo piping and drumming events Pipe band competitions for grades 3 through 5 Massed bands 78th Fraser Highlander of Ottawa Musket Squad demonstration Kids splash pad and play structures A variety of Scottish and other […]
Hello all! Here is the order of play for both the solo and band events at the 2017 PPBSO Ottawa Branch Indoor Games. When: Saturday, April 29, 2017. Doors open and solo sign-in begins at 8:00 AM, with the first events beginning at 8:30 AM. Where: St. Michael’s Catholic High School, 2755 Highway 43 (west […]
Roddy MacLeod Workshops and 2017 Glengarry Cup Thanks to all that took part in the recent workshops and recital with Roddy MacLeod. Without your support, the Branch would not be able to put on these events. Congratulations to this year’s Glengarry Cup winner Matt MacIsaac! Full results can be found here on pipes|drums. 2017 Ottawa […]
On Sunday April 30th at 2 pm, the RCMP Pipes, Drums and Dancers will hold their annual fundraiser, ‘A Capital Celtic Concert’, at Dominion-Chalmers Church, 355 Cooper Street at O’Connor. They will be joined by the Canadian Forces Central Band, the Capital City Chorus, and the MacLeod Fiddlers and Dancers. This year’s Concert is in […]
Roddy MacLeod in Ottawa – April 8th and 9th Join us April 8th and 9th for a weekend of workshops with Roddy MacLeod! Roddy MacLeod MBE is one of Highland piping’s most distinguished and influential individuals. He is a decorated soloist, former Pipe Major of the Scottish Power Pipe Band, current Pipe Major of the Spirit […]
Saturday March 4th will determine which of our pipers and drummers will be awarded the title of undisputed champion for the 2016-17 Ottawa Branch Knock-Out season. All playing will be taking place at our usual venue the HMCS Bytown at 78 Lisgar St, Ottawa. The first Competitor will be kicking things off at 7:30pm. We are […]
This upcoming Saturday, the 4th of February will see all divisions of the piping and drumming Knock-Out series competing to determine who will be making it to the final on March 4th. Things will be kicking off a bit earlier than usual due to the number of competitors. We will be starting things off at […]
