Montreal Highland Games
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2020 Virtual Solo Piping Competition

Presented by Pembroke Private Wealth Management
Sunday, August 2, 2020
We are happy to announce a Solo Piping Competition to take place the day originally scheduled for the Games. Competitors will play for judges via online videoconferencing; videos of the top-ranked players in each level will be shared later with the public.
Registration for the competition is now closed.

Competition Information
Levels
Level
Eligibility
Competition requirements
1
Intended for Grade 1 or 2 players
4 parts of a march/strathspey/reel 
2
Intended for Grade 3 or 4 players
4 parts of a march (2/4 time)
3
Intended for Grade 5 players
2 parts of a march (any time signature)
Rules
  1. There will be a maximum of 10 competitors per level. Quebec-based pipers will be given priority registration, followed by Ottawa-based pipers.
  2. All competitors must wear Highland attire: headdress, shirt, kilt, waist belt, sporran, hose and shoes, as a minimum. (Trews are an acceptable alternative.)
  3. The competition will take place on the Zoom videoconferencing platform. All competitors must have access to a mobile device, tablet or computer with a camera and microphone in order to participate. All competitors must be as visible as possible for the judge.
  4. Assigned competition times will given a few days prior to the event. Failure to log in on time may result in disqualification. Competitors will be queued in a “waiting room” until it is their turn to perform.
  5. A maximum of 5 minutes will be allotted for final tuning.
  6. All contest entries will be video recorded; 1st, 2nd and 3rd place entries will be uploaded later for public viewing on the Montreal Highland Games website (competitors will be asked by the judge to affirm their consent immediately before the competition begins).
Prizes
The 1st place winner in each level will receive a McCallum practice chanter (PC9, blackwood bottom and plastic top). Gift certificates for local establishments will be awarded to the 2nd and 3rd place winners. All prizes courtesy of McCallum Bagpipes of Scotland, Pembroke Private Wealth Management and the City of Montreal. ​
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More information
Please contact Piping Director Cameron Stevens if you have any questions about the competition.

Montreal Highland Games

​Sunday, August 1, 2021

Every year, the Montreal Highland Games brings together Montrealers of all backgrounds to celebrate Scottish sport, music and culture. The Games represent an exceptional opportunity for participants and visitors alike to discover the rich history and traditions of Scotland.
Montreal Highland Games Office
1195 Sherbrooke Street West
Montreal QC  H3A 1H9
514-842-2030
info@standrews.qc.ca
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We would like to thank our sponsors for their generous support.
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  • Attending
    • Tickets
    • Schedule
    • How to get here
    • Map of the grounds
    • FAQ
  • Competitions
    • Scottish heavy athletics
    • Pipe bands
    • Highland dancing
    • Medieval combat
    • Tug of war
  • Attractions
    • Family Village
    • Ceilidh Tent
    • Fiddlers' Tent
    • Concessions and vendors
    • Clans and community organizations
    • Patrons' Pavilion
  • Other events
    • Athletics Clinic
    • Promenade of Cabers
    • Wee Ceilidh
    • Caledonian Run
    • 2020 Virtual Solo Piping Competition
  • About us
    • History of the Games
    • Sponsors
    • Be a volunteer!
  • Contact us