Whether you are looking to sharpen your competitive edge, master a new instrument, or trace the shared rhythmic roots of step dance, these sessions provide a rare, behind-the-scenes look into the discipline and passion that drive traditional arts at the highest level.

Learn@Live! Thursday

At the absolute pinnacle of solo piping, victory is decided by the smallest of fractions. In this captivating panel session, three of the world's most decorated solo pipers lift the curtain on what it takes to perform—and remain—at the very top. Expect candid, deeply personal reflections on preparation, mental consistency, handling immense pressure, and the relentless inner drive required for sustained success.

Please ensure you have Thursday Festival Site Ticket or Week Pass before purchasing tickets for this event.

If you have a Thursday ticket, click "Skip to More Tickets" at the bottom of the ticket screen to see Lunchtime Recital Series tickets

The Venue

The centre serves as a national and international centre of excellence for the great Highland Bagpipe and its music. The Festival Site with the Centre Stage and Bothy Tent, as well as our food and drink tents will be on outside the Centre on McPhater Street. Ticket information is available here

Accessibility

The National Piping Centre and Pipers' Tryst restaurant has step access at both doors.

There is a lift available from the side of the building to all floors.

There are accessible toilets on the ground floor and 1st floor of the building.

During Piping Live! access is through the ramped entrance to the Festival Site, with ramp access into the Bothy where there is a bar.

There is also step free access to the lift access, which will be staffed by volunteers to assist you to your floor.

There is also an accessible toilet next to The Bothy.

You can see full access information at Euan's Guide here