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International Bagpipe Day March 10th
The sound of bagpipes filling the air as day dawns is enough to bring joy to the hearts of many. Others, they may not feel quite the same. It seems that one either loves the pipes or not at all. There is not very much middle ground. International Bagpipe Day is the time to find out where you stand and join those who love them!
History of International Bagpipe Day
The Bagpipe Society has been sponsoring the celebration of International Bagpipe Day since 2012. They have helped to bring the bagpipe to new players since 1986. It is important to them that the history and playing of the bagpipes is not lost. Putting this day together was with the hope of bringing awareness of the over 130 different types of bagpipe throughout the world.
For the first International Bagpipe Day in 2012, there were reports of events held in some unique places. In South Africa, pipers gathered and played in an underground canyon. In Greece, they played on Athenian hill. The Society even heard of events in countries where previously it was thought that there were not many pipers or any at all!
If you aren’t familiar with this ancient instrument, bagpipe is a term that means a wind instrument that uses enclosed reeds to produce sound. Air feeds the reeds with a constant flow of air from a reservoir in the form of a bag. In each area that it is found, the bagpipe may change in sound and shape. This is an ancient instrument and is claimed to be represented on a Hittite slab dated to 1000 BC!
How to Celebrate International Bagpipe Day
Celebrating the bagpipe when this holiday rolls around can take many forms. If you have ever wanted to try your hand at it, don’t wait! This is the time for you to find your local provider of the pipes and take a lesson. You could be the next great Piper! It could happen, you never know, right?
There is a multitude of information available about this instrument. A great idea to celebrate is to learn more about it. A quick internet search will bring up resources like The Bagpipe Society. You can follow the history of this unique instrument through the millennia to present day and from country to country! There is much more information than you could learn in just one day, but it’s a great time to start.
Another way to celebrate is to find out if there are any events planned in your local area. Grab the family or friends and go check it out! You may just find that you were missing out on all the fun. If you ask, it may even be possible to try it out and see if you can make a sound with it!
Bagpipes have a long history that spans the ages and spans many regions. It is an instrument that has weathered the test of time and surely deserves to be honored on International Bagpipe Day!
History of International Bagpipe Day
The Bagpipe Society has been sponsoring the celebration of International Bagpipe Day since 2012. They have helped to bring the bagpipe to new players since 1986. It is important to them that the history and playing of the bagpipes is not lost. Putting this day together was with the hope of bringing awareness of the over 130 different types of bagpipe throughout the world.
For the first International Bagpipe Day in 2012, there were reports of events held in some unique places. In South Africa, pipers gathered and played in an underground canyon. In Greece, they played on Athenian hill. The Society even heard of events in countries where previously it was thought that there were not many pipers or any at all!
If you aren’t familiar with this ancient instrument, bagpipe is a term that means a wind instrument that uses enclosed reeds to produce sound. Air feeds the reeds with a constant flow of air from a reservoir in the form of a bag. In each area that it is found, the bagpipe may change in sound and shape. This is an ancient instrument and is claimed to be represented on a Hittite slab dated to 1000 BC!
How to Celebrate International Bagpipe Day
Celebrating the bagpipe when this holiday rolls around can take many forms. If you have ever wanted to try your hand at it, don’t wait! This is the time for you to find your local provider of the pipes and take a lesson. You could be the next great Piper! It could happen, you never know, right?
There is a multitude of information available about this instrument. A great idea to celebrate is to learn more about it. A quick internet search will bring up resources like The Bagpipe Society. You can follow the history of this unique instrument through the millennia to present day and from country to country! There is much more information than you could learn in just one day, but it’s a great time to start.
Another way to celebrate is to find out if there are any events planned in your local area. Grab the family or friends and go check it out! You may just find that you were missing out on all the fun. If you ask, it may even be possible to try it out and see if you can make a sound with it!
Bagpipes have a long history that spans the ages and spans many regions. It is an instrument that has weathered the test of time and surely deserves to be honored on International Bagpipe Day!
2022
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Summer School 6th - 11th January 2019
Enrolments are now open. TUTORS Jack Lee and Reid Maxwell from world-famous Simon Fraser University Pipe Band (Canada); fantastic tutors from New Zealand; additional international tutors, numbers permitting. BENEFITS he largest Summer School in the Southern Hemisphere offers: world-class tuition | entry to the Tutors’ Recital | Thursday night ceilidh/concert | Summer School t-shirt | Piobaireachd classes | FNZYPB auditions and development squad | master class | College of Piping & Drumming certification | camaraderie | technique | leadership | performance | theory | scholarships | individual tuition FOCUS Programmes and tuition designed to match your personal and band playing skill level. Learners improve and progress. Advanced pipers, drummers and band leaders upskill to take their piping, drumming and leadership roles to the next level. TUITION For members of RNZPBA bands: $395 ACCOMMODATION Optional accommodation and meals at St Andrew’s College: $445 ENROLMENT Enrol before 1 November 2018. Space is limited. What, When & Where RNZPBA Summer School is a five-day residential or daily attendance course held at St Andrew’s College, Papanui Road, Christchurch. Boarders pick up their registration packs in person at St Andrew’s College around 12 noon on Sunday, 7 January. Day students pick up their registration packs from 1 - 1:30pm. Introduction and lessons commence on Sunday afternoon at 2pm. Summer School concludes at about 12 noon on Friday, 11 January. Operational Requirements For RNZPBA Summer School to operate, we must have at least 100 enrolments by 1 November. Please don’t wait until after 1 November to enrol as you may find all the places have been taken. In the event of there being insufficient enrolments for Summer School to take place, your tuition fees will be refunded in full. Enrolment Enrol using the online form. Enrol either as a boarder (room and meals included) or as a day student. Day students make their own accommodation and meal arrangements, but can purchase lunches ($50 for the week, Mon-Thu only). The person applying to attend Summer School must be the person who fills in the enrolment form. Forms must have all sections completed, including date of birth, regardless of age). Communication Email is the preferred option. If you do not provide an email address, all correspondence will be sent to you by post. Rules for Boarders Participants can arrange their own accommodation or choose to board at Summer School (“live in”). If you choose to live in you must abide by the rules and curfews, which are the same for all boarders — adults, young people and children. St Andrew’s College’s facilities are drug- and alcohol-free. The boarding facilities will be managed by Dwight Adie from Dunedin. |
Supervision Younger members of RNZPBA Summer School who are living in at St Andrew’s College will be supervised by adult staff; however, children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult (this can be a member of the same band). Musical Prerequisite Learner pipers and drummers should be capable of playing Green Hills of Tyrol (or similar level tune). How Your Band Can Help Spread the word and support the enrolment of your pipers and drummers. Many Bands and some centres help their members financially. Register 9 people from the same band and the 10th person attends for free (tuition only). Programme The programme focuses on both individual and group tuition. At the start of RNZPBA Summer School your playing level will be assessed by tutors to help match teaching and learning to your experience. The tutors will also take account of any special goals you would like to achieve during the school. It is very important that you fill in the enrolment form with accurate information. Fees/Tuition/Cancellation The budget for the RNZPBA Summer School is carefully planned to keep tuition fees as low as possible. Please see the attached enrolment form for this year’s fees. The complete fee is to be paid with enrolment by 1 November, 2017. Refunds are given only in exceptional circumstances. If you decide to withdraw, you must make contact with Sheran Hancock. Payment Payment (to be received no later than 1 November) directly to: RNZPBA Education PO Box 13-211 Christchurch 8042 Scholarships Recipients of RNZPBA Scholarships from a previous Summer School must submit an application and attach a copy of the Scholarship certificate given. Two scholarships are available. If you have not previously attended Summer School you can apply in writing to info@nzpipebands.org.nz. Music A PDF file of the Summer School music will be sent to you by email. A hard copy is available to you for a cost of $10. Please indicate on your enrolement form if you wish to purchase this. Tutor & Student Recitals The Tutors’ Recital will be held on Sunday 6 January at 7pm at St Andrew’s College. Students perform Thursday night at 7pm at St Andrew’s College. Both recitals are free for Summer School participants. Please invite family and friends: $20 adult; $10 youth (13-17); children 12 and under free. Tickets at the door. Youth Band The Foundation National Youth Pipe Band will be rehearsing at Summer School. Auditions for the band will be run throughout the week. For more information or if you have any questions, please contact: Sheran Hancock (027 403 6372 or 06 323 9576) or email: summerschool@nzpipebands.org.nz. Enrol online |
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Pipe Bands' Association of South Africa (PBASA) HAVE YOU HEARD THE NEWS YET? The inaugural PBASA Summer School is taking place in March next year! Featuring internationally renowned piper Craig Munro (other international guest lecturers are being confirmed as we speak) this intensive three day musical conference promises to give young pipers and drummers a distinct advantage in their playing careers. Under the directorship of some of SA’s leading pipe band talent, the course will cover not only music theory and practical application but also various other vital elements of musicianship and band craft. The curriculum is inspired by the internationally recognised PDQB syllabus, another great advantage for those considering acquiring these qualifications. This is an opportunity not to be missed! The standard course fee is tremendous value at just R2 150 for the three day event, which includes accommodation, all meals and tuition. EARLY BIRD SPECIAL Book before December 21st 2018 and pay just R1850!(THAT'S A R300 SAVING!) For more details and to receive the simple on-line registration form, please e-mail chirene@pbasa.co.za |
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Na Píobairí Uilleann Tionól Dhún na nGall - An Óige Errigal Youth Hostel - Dunlewey, Co Donegal Friday 15th February 2019 8.30-9.30pm Young Piper's Recital 9.30 - 11pm Piper's Chair Saturday 16th February 2019 10am -1pm / 2- 3.30pm Reed making - Joseph Byrne 10am -1pm / 2 - 3.30pm Piping Classes - John Touhy & Eimhear Nic Comhaill 3.30 - 5.00pm Try the Pipes 7.00pm Recital - Tara Connaghan & Ronan Galvin, Maeve O’Donnell, Conor Gallagher, Sheila Friel 9.00pm Piper's Chair Sunday 17th February 2019 11.00am Piper's Chair For ACCOMMODATION at the hostel email Errigal@anoige.ie For CLASS REGISTRATION call 01-8730093 or email info@pipers.ie Classes €30 (includes entry to recital) Concert €10 (€5 Concessions) — in Gaoth Dobhair, Donegal, Ireland. |
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the inaugural New Zealand Solo Drumming champion! Congratulations Louise Bentley.
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Canterbury Caledonian Society Pipe Band · A successful New Zealand Inverness! Liam Kernaghan was 2nd in the B MSR, 3rd in the B Hornpipe and Jig, Runner Up B Grade, Campbell Wilson was second in the Under 18 Piobaireachd and Anna Smart was fourth in the Under 18 Piobaireachd. Congratulations all! |
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2018 Worlds Winners Edinburgh
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Congratulations Anna Smart winner of the U17 Piobairecahd at Cowal 2018
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Canterbury Caledonian Society Pipe Band
· Huge congratulations to Hamish Reade on taking out the 2018 Pipe Idol competition at Piping Live tonight. New Zealand is very proud of you! |
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Congratulations St Laurence O'Toole Pipe Band 2018 UK Champions
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This is Scottish Power Pipe Band led by Pipe Major Christopher Armstrong competing in the Grade One competition at the RSPBA's British Pipe Band Championships held on St James Playing Fields in Paisley. The band's Lead Drummer is Jake Jørgensen. The band was placed first in the Grade One competition, making them British Champions for 2018.
The band's medley was: My Dream Valley on the Road to Glendaruel Slainte Do Mhabu The Boys of the Town Lament for Mary MacLeod Duncan Lamont The Guards Club Recital Series Hanter Dro Golden Brown |
City Of Rotorua Highland Pipe Band.
Andrew Newton is performing on Sunday 20th May in Rotorua.
We have 12 tickets to sell - $20 each. If anyone is interested in purchasing a ticket, please, contact us.
https://www.facebook.com/newtonhypnosis
City Of Rotorua Highland Pipe Band.
Learner Night is moving to Monday.
Wayne, Willy and the other star tutors will be there, as usual. Band practice still begins at 7pm
BUT come early and run through some social tunes with our up and coming pipers and drummers.
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Las Vegas Pipe Band
What's more fun than learning bagpipes or Scottish drumming?
Learning with friends!
We are starting our beginning group lessons on Saturdays in June, pm us contact information (email and phone) if you are interested in getting started!
http://www.lasvegaspipeband.org/
This school offers intensive instruction by professional instructors in each discipline.
The school is open to all ages and to all levels of skill from beginners to competing players. Each student is placed in a class of six-eight students within their level of experience and skill level. Optional classes are offered in the afternoon, such as pipe band techniques, bagpipe and reed maintenance, and pibroch. Held once again at the Army and Navy Academy of Carlsbad – a superb, beachside location conducive to learning – this is the ideal location in which to improve on your piping and drumming. http://www.collegeofpiping.org/t |
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William Kennedy Piping Festival
November 15th – 18th, 2018
www.wkpf.org
Armagh’s international festival celebrating the music of all kinds of bagpipes marks its 25th anniversary this November, making it the longest-running event of its kind anywhere in the world.
check full details under Fesitval/Ireland TAB
November 15th – 18th, 2018
www.wkpf.org
Armagh’s international festival celebrating the music of all kinds of bagpipes marks its 25th anniversary this November, making it the longest-running event of its kind anywhere in the world.
check full details under Fesitval/Ireland TAB
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The Jenny Mair Highland Square Day
is set again to showcase a raft of talent from across the country and overseas.
The Square, Palmerston North
Upwards of 20 highland pipe bands and scores of contestant solo bagpipers, solo drummers and highland dancers will converge on The Square on Saturday 8 December. Square Day is in its 39th year and enjoys a longstanding reputation as an extremely well-run and enjoyable event.
A magnificent day out for all ages, there is no admission fee to Square Day. You are warmly invited to wander through our lovely Square to soak up the atmosphere and enjoy the polished performances. There will also be a number of stalls to peruse at your leisure.
The highland dancing events commence at 8.00am and the solo piping and drumming events at 8.30am. The first of the competing bands step out at 11.00am to perform in front of our internationally-recognised judges, and 5.45pm brings the spectacular massed bands performances prior to the prizegiving.
Would you like to find out more about the Manawatu Scottish Society and our other events? Or perhaps you are interested in learning the bagpipes or drums? All enquiries are welcome and please feel free to contact Brent Le Quesne on 027 289 8711 or blequesne@gmail.com.
Jenny Mair
Square Day Convenor
jennymair@xtra.co.nz
Past Events and Posts |
City of Auckland Pipe Band
Lest we forget. ANZAC Day dawn service
Lest we forget. ANZAC Day dawn service
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http://macleanhighlandgathering.com.au/
Las Vegas Pipe Band
Saturday, April 28 at 3 PM - 4:30 PM PDT
Spring Mountains Visitor Gateway
2525 Kyle Canyon Rd, Las Vegas, Nevada 89124
The Las Vegas Pipe Band will be hosting a very special piping recital, featuring Jack Lee, the 2017 Glenfiddich Champion and Pipe Sergeant of the Simon Fraser University Pipe Band. This event will be held at the base of beautiful Mount Charleston at the amphitheater of the Spring Mountains Visitor Gateway. This is a free event to the public and we would love to have you join us for an amazing afternoon of world class piping in a lovely natural southern Nevada setting.
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