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The Knockouts Piping & Drumming Competition Series runs from October to March, featuring four rounds of competition leading up to the finals in April. The series provides competitors with the opportunity to perform before judges, receive valuable feedback, and gain competition experience in preparation for the PPBSO summer competition circuit.
At each round, points are awarded to the top six competitors in each category (Piping, Snare, Tenor, and Bass) with points accumulated throughout the series. The top three competitors in each category will qualify for the finals, where they will compete to be crowned the overall Knockouts champion of their category.
Categories
Players are encouraged to consult with their teachers or Branch executive members if they are unsure about the grade that aligns best with their level.
Level A - PPBSO grade 1 or 2
Level B - PPBSO grade 3 or 4
Level C - Beginner or PPBSO grade 5
Points & Finals
Division points will be awarded as follows:
1st place – 6 points
2nd place – 5 points
3rd place – 4 points
4th place – 3 points
5th place – 2 points
6th place – 1 point
After the last round, the three competitors with the most points in the A, B, C, and 40+ divisions will be invited to compete in a final round, where the winner of the final round in each division will be the Knockout champion. In the event of a tie in the last qualifying position, both contestants will be included
Beyond the competition, the Knockouts series is a great way to meet fellow musicians within the branch, build camaraderie, and enjoy a fun evening of music.
Each contest of the series takes place at the Junior Ranks Mess, which is located at
4 Queen Elizabeth Driveway, Ottawa, ON K2P 2H9
To learn more about each Knockouts round, click the dates below!