Yearly Archives: 2008

Bagpipe busker silenced by ban

Posted on 2008/11/23 by Pipe Major

BUSKER: Definition Busking is the practice of performing in public places for tips and gratuities. People engaging in this practice are called buskers. Busking performances can be just about anything that people find entertaining. Cornmarket’s bagpiping busker is flying back … Continue reading →

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Scots parade through New Bern to honor Saint Andrew

Posted on 2008/11/23 by Pipe Major

  Bagpipe players and drummers clad in kilts and sunglasses drew the stares and ears of downtown shoppers Saturday.   The Scottish Heritage Society of Eastern North Carolina celebrated Saint Andrew’s Day with a two-block parade from Bear Plaza on … Continue reading →

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Bagpipes and Christmas Tunes

Posted on 2008/11/23 by Pipe Major

  … They played Jingle Bells on the bagpipes and it really got me in the Christmas spirit. Then they went back to playing the Irish Springs Commercial song, which I found is not as Christmasy. But cheerful nonetheless. … … Continue reading →

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NY Metro Area to Celebrate Christmas with Pipes and Drums

Posted on 2008/11/23 by Pipe Major

A new Holiday classic, The Pipes of Christmas will celebrate its tenth anniversary season with performances in New York and New Jersey this December. Two concerts are scheduled for 2PM and 8PM on Saturday, December 20 at Central Presbyterian Church … Continue reading →

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On stage with Rieu

Posted on 2008/11/23 by Pipe Major

James and Paul Baxter performed in the Dutch violinist’s three Melbourne shows at Telstra Dome on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. On top of taking part in the classical spectacular, James and Paul had the opportunity to meet the Dutch … Continue reading →

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Celtic Christmas Shows

Posted on 2008/11/23 by Pipe Major

Here are some of the best offerings in the month of December. Teada’s Irish Christmas in America Tour begins November 29 through December 17 featuring 16 shows from coast to coast. Teada’s Oisin MacDiarmada, Damien Stenson, Sean McElwain and Tristan … Continue reading →

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New York Piping & Drumming School at The National Piping Centre

Posted on 2008/11/18 by Pipe Major

           Dates: 16th – 20th February 2009   Venues: St Joseph’s School, 39 North Carll Avenue, Babylon New York, NY 11702-2701 The Hibernian Hall, 27 Locust Avenue, Babylon, NY 11702 The daily program will cover all aspects … Continue reading →

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Miami Pipe Band Celebrity Christens Celebrity Solstice in Ft. Lauderdale

Posted on 2008/11/17 by Pipe Major

It was “A Beautiful Day” in Ft. Lauderdale as Celebrity Cruises christened its 122,000-ton, 2,850-passenger Celebrity Solstice this evening during a ceremony centered on the popular U2 tune. But the song, performed by violinist Lucia Micarelli and vocalist Antonio Sol … Continue reading →

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Miami Pipe Band Celebrity Christens Celebrity Solstice in Ft. Lauderdale

Posted on 2008/11/17 by Pipe Major

  It was “A Beautiful Day” in Ft. Lauderdale as Celebrity Cruises christened its 122,000-ton, 2,850-passenger Celebrity Solstice this evening during a ceremony centered on the popular U2 tune. But the song, performed by violinist Lucia Micarelli and vocalist Antonio … Continue reading →

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Vancouver fire department severs ties with its marching band after fight

Posted on 2008/11/17 by Pipe Major

VANCOUVER — The Vancouver fire department is severing ties with its marching band following a fight and beer-throwing incident in June at a Burnaby Legion hall. Fire Chief Ray Holdgate said in a letter to the Vancouver Firefighters’ Concert and … Continue reading →

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Neil Bagpiper: Amazing Cake, How Sweet The Sound

Posted on 2008/11/17 by Pipe Major

This cake is definitely cooler then Carvel’s “Fudgey the Whale” – Ahh the memories ! Neil Bagpiper: Amazing Cake, How Sweet The Sound

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Bagpipe and bier – Cornamuse e birra on Flickr

Posted on 2008/11/17 by Pipe Major

  Bagpipe and bier – Cornamuse e birra     Bagpipe and bier – Cornamuse e birra on Flickr – Photo Sharing.

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2009 “You Be the Judge” Piping and Drumming Competition

Posted on 2008/11/13 by Pipe Major

On Sunday, February 15th, 2009 the Saffron United Pipe Band will hold their annual “You Be the Judge” Competition”. The event is judged by the audience via ballot with Prizes awarded of $600., $400., $200., $100., and $50. The contest … Continue reading →

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Glenfiddich Piping Championship – Roddy MacLeod piobaireachd | Video | stv.tv

Posted on 2008/11/12 by Pipe Major

The Earl of Ross’s March was the piobaireachd which won Roddy MacLeod first place in that section of the Glenfiddich Piping Championship. The performance of this classic form of bagpiping is captured here in its 14-minute entirety. Glenfiddich Piping Championship … Continue reading →

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New PDF files – Roddy MacLeod • Piobaireachd

Posted on 2008/11/12 by Pipe Major

New PDF files with Canntaireachd have now been to the site. Complete packages are now available for MacLeod of Raasays Salute, Lament for Mary MacLeod, Lament for the Only Son, MacIntoshs Banner and Lament for the Old Sword. New PDF … Continue reading →

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Supporters consider donning kilts for World Cup – Rockhampton News, Weather, Sport & Local Classifieds | Rockhampton Morning Bulletin – 2008-11-08 08:00:00.0 – localnews

Posted on 2008/11/09 by Pipe Major

WITH a bagpipe over his shoulder, a Haggis in his hand and kilt flapping in the breeze, Lester Soblusky will be shouting his support for the Scottish tonight. For weeks, the Browne Park groundskeeper has been tending the field ahead … Continue reading →

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Scottish pipers record album while serving in Iraq – Telegraph

Posted on 2008/11/09 by Pipe Major

Pipers from one of the country’s oldest regiments have recorded songs for their next hit album in 100 degree heat in Iraq where some of them are serving their country. The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards’ second album is the follow-up … Continue reading →

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Pipes of Christmas will celebrate its 10th anniversary with shows in Summit, New York City -

Posted on 2008/11/09 by Pipe Major

The Pipes of Christmas will celebrate its 10th anniversary season with performances in New York and New Jersey this December. Two concerts are scheduled for 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20 at Central Presbyterian Church, 70 Maple St. … Continue reading →

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Pipers Call All to Armagh

Posted on 2008/11/09 by Pipe Major

THE pipes, the pipes are calling all piping aficionados throughout Europe and America to Co. Armagh thanks to the efforts of a married couple who met down in Miltown Malbay, where the piping music of Clareman Willie Clancy lured them … Continue reading →

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Islay Weblog – Henderson Bagpipes for Sale on Islay – Islay Blog

Posted on 2008/11/07 by Pipe Major

  Christine Logan sent me an email about her mothers Lily MacDougall bagpipes, which are very special and original Henderson make. Her mother is now 94 and although she can still play the pipes, she decided, after long consideration, to … Continue reading →

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