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April 2, 2026

78th Frasers lose Drew Duthart as L-D; corps drummer Kyle Wardell takes charge

The Grade 1 78th Fraser Highlanders of Ontario have lost Leading-Drummer Drew Duthaart from the position for the foreseeable future, and announced that Kyle Wardell will step into the role. Duthart, who has led the 78th Frasers’ corps for 21 years, beginning under Pipe-Major Bill Livingstone in 2004 and then
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March 26, 2026

Not making the grade: a lack of proactive feedback and rationale can be confusing and debilitating

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March 25, 2026

Get ready to shred. Pipe Idol 2026 auditions now open

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