The Sons of Scotland Pipe Band of Ottawa
Established 1896
If you are interested in joining the Sons of Scotland as a piper or drummer, drop us a line. Our history dates back to 1896, but the mandate stays the same - provide free instruction to those who wish to learn, and then go into the community to present that music. We have opportunities for solo pipers too, and do a lot of fun, creative work.
We welcome players to get in touch about lessons, and come out when they are ready to join our classes. We don't currently have beginner piping instruction, so if you're looking for lessons to get started in piping or to continue your piping education, you can email the Pipe Major, Bethany Bisaillion at sospb@sospb.com for information on private tuition and when you can join the band at practice.
DRUMMING INSTRUCTION
Monday nights from 7 to 9 pm we are offering free instruction in tenor, bass and snare drumming with our fantastic lead drummer, Dave Nuttall. Our tenor and bass corps are stacked with talented and helpful players who are always ready to lend a hand and help a new player. Like to travel? We do that too!
Email PM Bethany Bisaillion at sospb@sospb.com for information on how to come out, what you need, and what to expect. People of all ages and all levels of play are welcome - no experience needed, but enthusiasm required!
To book the band, send an email to Band Manager Donald MacDonald at Donald@sospb.com
canada day 2023 - join us at mackenzie king estate - details here
this great event is free, and sometimes there's cake!
tartan day 2023 in ottawa - we have a great slideshow on the tartan day celebrations page.
please enjoy this terrific video by our friend danilo velasquez
a royal performance
we performed for her majesty the queen at balmoral castle in scotland on august 17, 2022 for our fifth performance for her majesty. It was to our last, and we are so moved that Her majesty allowed us this day.
we are honoured to have this wonderful oppportunity and have put together a great slideshow of our trip.
our video below is our show, a very special opportunity for us all.
the queen's platinum jubilee may 21/22 2022
visit www.championbagpipes.com to see more of our wonderful photos of the events held in ottawa to celebrate the 70th anniversary of her majesty's ascension to the throne.
the queen's memorial pipe band performance and corgi walk
In honour of the sad passing of Her Majesty The Queen, we assembled the corgis and did a show in Major's Hill Park. Despite the rain, we all had fun and did a great job and paid respect to Her Majesty in a sweet and thoughtful way. Enjoy these lovely memories.
the 2023 season is upon us - see the games dates and more at www.pipebandsontario.org
glengarry highland games 2022
our 126th anniversary - january 25, 2022
we will remember them
Donating to a great cause...![]() The Sons of Scotland are pleased to be supporting youth in our community with piping and drumming classes. The school of the Ottawa City Piping College supports the work of the Sons of Scotland - if you want to donate to this wonderful program, please email us at sospb@sospb.com The Ottawa City Piping College is a registered non profit organization. We contribute to the teaching and travel of the many members of the Sons of Scotland Pipe Band. sons of scotland memories |
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