A grand evening was had on Saturday night, with a special edition of the Ottawa Branch Knockout series. The “A” Piping contestants battled for the Canadian Content Contest trophy, while the winner of the “B” Piping was awarded the Major Archie Cairns Cup. At the end of the night we were treated to a recital from judge Andrea Boyd. A special thanks to our judges and volunteers who ensured that the busy evening ran smoothly!
Results:
“B” Drumming (Judge: Chris Bell)
Strathspey/Reel, 4 parts each
1. Walter Gammeter- The Islay Ball and Col. MacLeod
“B” Drumming winner, Walter Gammeter, with Ottawa Branch president Jacob Dicker
“C” Drumming (Judge: Chris Bell)
2/4 March, 2 parts
Alyssa Pakenham- The Barren Rocks of Aden
Owen Yateman- Cuttin’ Bracken
Gavin Pakenham- The Barren Rocks of Aden
Raymond Desrochers- Teribus
“C” Drumming winner, Alyssa Pakenham, with “B” Piping winner Charles Pianosi, and “C” Drumming competitor Gavin Pakenham
“B” Piping- Pipe Major Archie Cairns Cup (Judge: Jacob Dicker)
Air, 6/8 March, minimum 4 parts for march
Charles Pianosi- Hi Ho Ro Tha Mi Duilich and Dornach Highland Gathering
Jamie Letourneau- Song for the Small Pipes and P/M Sam Scott
Gabrielle Soucy- Glengarry My Home and Atholl Highlanders
Megan McIntosh- Lament for Maureen MacKenzie and Dr Ross’ 50th Welcome to the Argyllshire Gathering
Robert MacLeod- Angus G. MacLeod and Bengullion
Alistair Steele- Morag of Dunvegan and Farewell to the Creeks
“A” Piping- Canadian Content Contest (Judge: Andrea Boyd)
Hornpipe, Jig (minimum 4 parts each)
1. Charles-David Mitchell- Duart Castle, West Nicholson’s Street 2. Liam Melville- Lord Montgomery of the Todd, Drew James MacIntosh 3. Ross Davison- Colin MacKay, The Merry Fryer 4. Nico Gravel- Bruce Gandy’s Dusty Chanter, Drew James MacIntosh 5. Callum McGregor Gauthier- John Walsh’s Walk, Toots and Hickory 6. Bobbie Smith- Colin MacKay, Drew James MacIntosh
Charles-David Mitchell being awarded the Canadian Content trophy by Allan MacKenzie and Jacob Dicker
The 2018-19 Knockout Series Finalists:
“A” Piping: Liam Melville, Ross Davison, Hugh Metcalfe “B” Piping: Robert MacLeod, Jamie Letourneau, Megan McIntosh “C” Piping: Noah Yateman, Noah Grew, Heidi McIntyre “40+” Piping: Thomas MacKenzie, D.J. McDonald “A” Drumming: Shahna Summers “B” Drumming: Walter Gammeter, Sarah MacKinnon, Britanny Pennington, Xavier Bolivar “C” Drumming: Owen Yateman, Alyssa Pakenham, Gavin Pakenham, Raymond Desrochers “40+” Drumming: Thomas MacKenzie
Congratulations and thank you to all competitors throughout this amazing season!
Join us March 9th for the final Knockout event of the year (additional information below).
Upcoming Branch Events
Amateur Piobaireachd Contest: Saturday, March 9, 2019
Registration Deadline: Wednesday February 27th. Register here! Fee: $7.00 at the door for contest entrants and attendees (includes admission to Knockout contest that evening)
Location: HMCS Bytown Naval Officers’ Mess, 78 Lisgar St. in downtown Ottawa.
Contests:
“C” Piobaireachd (Main Level):
Requirements: One (1) ground – own choice
Grade approximation – New piobaireachd players, those with limited Novice competitive experience
“B” Piobaireachd (Crow’s Nest):
Requirements: One (1) full piobaireachd – own choice
Grade approximation – Experienced Novice, Junior Amateur
“A” Piobaireachd (Main Level):
Requirements: One (1) full piobaireachd – own choice
Grade approximation – Intermediate and Senior Amateur
Order of play is reverse of entry, so register today to secure a later draw!
Knockout Finals: Saturday, March 9, 2019
Location: HMCS Bytown Naval Officers’ Mess, 78 Lisgar St. in downtown Ottawa.
Doors open 7:00 pm, contest starts at 7:30 pm
Fee: Competitors and attendees, $7.00 at the door
Don’t miss the exciting finale of the 2018-2019 Knockout Series!
2019 Glengarry Cup Professional MSR Contest
When: April 13, 2019, 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Where: Royal Canadian Air Force Officers’ Mess 158 Gloucester Street, Ottawa K2P 0A6
Cost: $10.00
Judge: Michael Grey
The Glengarry Cup Open Professional MSR Contest is held in April and select participants are invited to play. Participants must play a 2/4 March, Strathspey and Reel in that order. This contest is a definite must see event if you want to experience a high calibre of play in the finest tradition. Please join us!
Ottawa Indoor Highland Games
When: May 4, 2019, 8:00 am – 5:30 pm
Where: St. Michael’s Catholic High School 2755 County Rd 43, Kemptville K0G 1J0
Cost: $10.00 (Competitor or Spectator)
Registration is now open! Deadline is Saturday April 20th
New for 2019 are Ontario Champion Supreme Points for solo events, a juvenile band contest, and an expanded quartets contest. Visit our website for more information!
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