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! Tuesday
Join acclaimed broadcaster and musician Gary West as he explores the rich, tapestry-like traditions that have shaped Scotland’s musical identity. Drawing on his landmark work Voicing Scotland, this session uncovers the powerful stories, distinct styles, and deep cultural contexts behind the nation's music. Insightful and engaging, it offers a fresh, essential perspective for anyone interested in the wider traditional landscape surrounding piping and pipe bands.

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