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Canadian pipe band crowned world champions after 'thrilling' contest

Posted: Sun Aug 16, 2026 8:57 pm

by Dr Strangelove

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cqx77qenx0ro
211 bands from 14 countries — and Canadians are taking home the trophy

Congratulations to the Simon Fraser University Pipe Band. The first champions from outside the UK in 16 years.

Re: Canadian pipe band crowned world champions after 'thrilling' contest

Posted: Tue Aug 18, 2026 12:42 pm

by al_keda

I am told the way to tell the best is if the sound like its only 1 big bagpipe, not individual.

Well done!

Re: Canadian pipe band crowned world champions after 'thrilling' contest

Posted: Tue Aug 18, 2026 12:54 pm

by Dr Strangelove

Exactly! That is drilled. It's why amazing grace, overplayed as it is on the pipes, is best played solo.