The Sons of Scotland Pipe Band - established in 1896 in Ottawa, Canada
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.
E-mail the band Manager Robert Derry at derryr9@gmail.com for information 
An Exclusive Offer for 100 Supporters of the Sons of Scotland Pipe Band
And for those who like fine beer and gifting friends while helping a great group of fine musicians. For a very limited time, our friends at the Highlander Brew Company in South River, Ontario, are offering 100 of our friends a very special package to support the band’s trip overseas in 2015. Great people, great beer, great fun! For a donation of $100.00, our wonderful band supporters can enjoy some great Highlander Brew Company product which will include Two Highlander gift packs each consisting of 1 bottle ( 650ml) of each of Highlander Scottish Ale, the Highlander Liongrass Ale and the Highlander Blacksmith Smoked Porter beers in a fine wooden case - great for gifting or enjoying yourself! Valued at $60.00, you will receive your giftpack in Ottawa at a special VIP party to be held on Saturdary, February 7 at the Deacon Brodies Pub at 247 Elgin Street where you will enjoy a free Highland Brew Company tasting and meet Johnny Bagpipes! Donate today using the PayPal button below - and don't forget to include your email address so we can invite you to the party! This offer has been extended for a very special reason - our guest of honor is someone you don't want to miss - only those who purchase the gift pack will get the invitation to the get together. Get yours today! Interested in supporting the Royal Canadian Legion? We are proud to work with many branches in the Ottawa area that support great causes, people and events. To become a member of the Eastview Legion in Vanier, please visit their site at www.rcl462.ca and get in touch. Thank you to the Royal Canadian Legion for all your help
On Wednesday, February 25, Peterborough's 'The Venue' will host for the first time in Canada, Scotland's own hot rock and roll pipers and drummers - The Red Hot Chilli Pipers! Tickets are only $40 and are onsale now - email Adam Vizza at masterclassseminars@gmail.com
The Quality Hotel in Peterborough at 1074 Lansdowne Street West has arranged a special room rate - call them at 1 877 316 9949 or email them at qualityinnpeterborough@cogeco.net and quote 'Celtic Concert' to get your room - only $75.00 plus tax. Be sure to check out this amazing band at www.redhotchillipipers.co.uk and don't miss them in person in Peterborough, ON. Did you sing along to Amazing Grace on Tartan Day, and would you like to be able to sing along to this famous and much beloved tune? Here are the words in English and Gaelic (pdf file) and here is an audio file with the Gaelic spoken to assist you with your learning
________________________________________________________________________________________ The Sons Visit RoyaltyListen to Pipe Major Bethany Bisaillion's breaking interview with Alan Neal on CBC's All In a Day where she describes what it was like to meet and perform for Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II on Monday, August 19th, 2013
Check out the piece aired by CBC News Ottawa: http://www.cbc.ca/player/News/Canada/Ottawa/ID/2399839028/
As well as a clip from CTVs Canada AM: http://canadaam.ctvnews.ca/canadian-bagpipers-prepare-to-play-for-the-queen-in-scotland-1.1399472 The Ottawa City Piping College
The Sons of Scotland Pipe Band are pleased to be affiliated with the Ottawa City Piping College which supports its mandate to teach and train musicians in both piping and drumming in our region. Our curriculum follows the course of the prestigious College of Piping in Glasgow, Scotland, and our 3 accredited examiners follow their testing guidelines. We have 2 Ottawa based teachers and one in Montreal, Quebec who can assist you with your lessons.
For information on lessons, please email school Director Bethany Bisaillion at collegeofpiping@sympatico.ca for times, costs and locations in Ottawa and information on the school in Montreal. All new members are asked to have a basic knowledge of exercises, tunes, and have taken a session of admission with one of the band's officers. For more information on the College of Piping in Glasgow, please visit their site at www.collegeofpiping.org Exam information is available on this page: http://www.collegeofpiping.org/examinations/sqa-piping/ The OCPC is proud to support the beginner program of the Sons of Scotland Pipe Band. The Queen and I - with Pipe Major Bethany BisaillionDonating 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. |
Support Canada's Oldest Civilian Pipe Band!
Donate to our organization today! Vice Regal Patron of the Sons of Scotland Pipe Band
His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, C.C., C.M.M., C.O.M., C.D., Governor General of Canada Son Excellence le très honorable David Johnston, C.C., C.M.M., C.O.M., C.D., Gouverneur générale du Canada
The Caring Canadian Award
The Sons of Scotland have been awarded the Caring Canadian Award by His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston. The ceremony took place on April 7 at Rideau Hall, and members of the band were given pins on behalf of the pipe band.
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