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May 22, 2024

Campbell Naismith’s 7th collection focuses on piobaireachd and Joseph MacDonald’s Theory

Campbell Naismith, the accomplished and well-known piper from San Diego, has published his seventh collection of music, this time a book dedicated to piobaireachd with his interpretation of the historic Compleat Theory of the Highland Bagpipe published by Joseph MacDonald in 1760. The Rising Sun Collection also...
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May 21, 2024
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May 20, 2024
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May 17, 2024
Bands ready to shine at UK Championships in Northern Ireland
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May 16, 2024
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May 14, 2024
Association Leadership Spotlight: Alastair Patterson, Chair, RSPBA Northern Ireland – Part 2
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Peel Regional Police putting bands through simulated contests May 26th

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Shotts strike lightning, beat Boghall at season opener at Gourock

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Ian K. MacDonald wins Livingstone contest

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May 11, 2024

From Alex Gandy, Happy Mother’s Day to his and all moms!

By Alex Gandy It is a day to celebrate the mothers who make it all possible. I’m fortunate to have had positive,...
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