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November 1, 2026

Liam Kernaghan gains new two-year term as RNZPBA president

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A ceòl mòr master in full command of his music: “Lament for the Viscount of Dundee,” by Colin MacLellan
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October 23, 2026

“Music that hypnotizes, leaving listeners inspired and awestruck”: Brodie Watson-Massey reviews The MacIsaac Collection of Pipe Music Volume 1

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Building Leaders Part 3: Great leaders build great people

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May 18, 2014
Prairie Invitational won by McFarlane
The annual Prairie Piping Invitational was held as part of the Saskatchewan Highland Gathering & Celtic Festival . . .
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November 2, 1986
Malcolm McRae wins Bratach Gorm with “Lament for the Children,” London.
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