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Piping.
The Gathering 2009 is set to showcase the very best of the pipes, both traditional and contemporary styles, during the two-day piping spectacular.
We are delighted that the National Piping Centre is working with us to bring you The Gathering 2009 Invitational Piping Competition. On Saturday, eight of the world's best pipers will perform in Piobaireachd, March, Strathspey and Reel, Hornpipe and Jig. The competitors will be invited on the strength of their performances in this year's elite competitions, such as The Glenfiddich Solo Champion, the Piping Live! Masters' Solo competition, The Silver Chanter and the Bratach Gorm.
On Sunday, spectators will be entertained by a more contemporary style with a "Kitchen piping" event, an open stage event where musicians prepare their own take on piping traditions.
Younger talent will have their chance to shine in Pipe Idol, the prestigious Under 18's invitational piping competition, also on the second day of the The Gathering 2009. The players will perform a March, Strathspey and Reel set, one Hornpipe and Jig and a tune of their own selection for ‘hidden' judges who are in the audience.
And of course, no Highland games would be complete without the sound of the massed pipes. We are thrilled that the Canadian Massed Pipes and Drums have confirmed they will be performing at The Gathering 2009. We will keep you updated about which other Pipes and Drum bands are taking part as they come on board.
In the meantime, we'd love to hear from other bands who would like to be involved. You'll find an application form by clicking on http://www.clangathering.org/take-part/content/pipers.html |
