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 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 instruction, so if you're looking for lessons to get started in either piping or drumming, you can
email the Pipe Major, Bethany Bisaillion at sospb@sospb.com for information on private tuition and when the band practices will start, and how to attend when you're ready.
To book the band, send an email to Band Manager Donald MacDonald at Donald@sospb.com
our 126th anniversary - january 25, 2022
we are marking robbie burns day and our 126th year with the city of ottawa's own ottawa sign lighting on that day.
we will show up with some pipes - come along at 7 pm and celebrate with us!
the platinum project
visit www.championbagpipes.com to see how you can take part in this very special community project
the drums of the sons of scotland
Have you ever wanted to play snare drums in a pipe band? Well, do we have a plan that's just perfect for drummers of all levels. The Sons of Scotland are very pleased to announce a new snare drum program that begins back in person in February, and we welcome you to get in touch. Under the expert direction of talented and dedicated teacher Dave Nuttall, the band's drum corps is welcoming new players of all levels to their ranks. If you have drumming experience in other genres and want to give this a try, we offer free instruction on everything from how to read scores to how to march in the band and so much more.
The band participates in parades, concerts, and competitions throughout the year, and they enjoy wonderful travel opportunities as well. They will be heading to New York City in April, to Europe for VE Day for a big tour that includes stops in France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany, and they will be visiting Scotland in August for some grand events there. Visit the Travel to Scotland page on this site for more details on that special trip.
If you want to come out and join us, all you'll need are some drum sticks and a drum pad, and we can help you with information on where to get those - highland sticks not necessary to begin with. The band supplies the drum and uniform, so you just need to come along and learn with us!
Drop us a line if you're interested in coming to learn - email us at sospb@sospb.com We look forward to hearing from you!
The band participates in parades, concerts, and competitions throughout the year, and they enjoy wonderful travel opportunities as well. They will be heading to New York City in April, to Europe for VE Day for a big tour that includes stops in France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany, and they will be visiting Scotland in August for some grand events there. Visit the Travel to Scotland page on this site for more details on that special trip.
If you want to come out and join us, all you'll need are some drum sticks and a drum pad, and we can help you with information on where to get those - highland sticks not necessary to begin with. The band supplies the drum and uniform, so you just need to come along and learn with us!
Drop us a line if you're interested in coming to learn - email us at sospb@sospb.com We look forward to hearing from you!
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Ever wanted to learn the snare drum, or come back to it? We have classes for people of all levels and we want you to be part of it!
Reasonable rates for private lessons with band classes later on - we only have a few places left on the list, so get in touch with us at Bethany@sospb.com today. Drumming is great fun! |
we will remember them
a new partnership in scotland
We are very pleased to have contacted the wonderful people at the new Stirling Distillery, and plans are in place for us to visit and do a shop on our next trip to Scotland and Stirling - have a look at their shop here and see what they have - it's really fantastic!
The band's 125th anniversary congratulations
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tartan day and pipefest, 2020
April was a month in which we saw many events postponed or cancelled because of so many changes to our daily lives. In the spirit of giving back and helping others, we decided to play on Tartan Day itself, Monday April 6, at 2 retirement homes to help raise funds for the Pipefest chosen charity here in Ottawa - the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation. If you would like to make a donation, please click here for more details. We thank you, and wish you all great health and happiness at this most extraordinary time.
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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Support Canada's Oldest Civilian Pipe Band!
Donate to our organization today! send us your pictures!
If you've attended one of our events and have video or photos of us, send them along to our Media team at sospbphotos@gmail.com We want to hear from you! Thank you! 
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