From the technical precision of the competition boards to the rhythmic drive of the West Highland dance tradition, these recitals celebrate the instrument in its purest form. This year’s lineup brings together four titans of the craft, each representing a unique branch of the piping family tree:

• Monday: The innovative mastery of Bruce Gandy
• Tuesday: The traditional craftsmanship and "cauld wind" expertise of Fin Moore
• Wednesday: The legendary competitive pedigree of Murray Henderson
• Thursday: The Hebridean soul and contemporary flair of Seonaidh MacIntyre

Whether you are a piobaireachd devotee or a fan of modern folk, these recitals provide a rare opportunity to hear the world's finest pipers in a premier acoustic setting.

Today's performer is: Bruce Gandy

Bruce Gandy is a world-renowned piper, competitor, and educator based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. An active competitor since 1978, Bruce remains a dominant force on the boards; his recent accolades include winning the 2025 USPF Overall Championship for the eighth time and securing his fifth Bar to the Canadian Gold Medal.

Beyond the competition circle, Bruce is a pioneer in digital piping education. His "Essential Piobaireachd Foundations" program was named "Product of the Year" by Pipes|Drums magazine in 2023, followed by a second advanced volume in 2025. Through his innovative "Clubhouse Sessions," he uses live-streaming technology to bring workshops to students globally, fostering a vibrant online learning community. Whether teaching "Inside the Clubhouse" or performing at the highest level, Bruce continues to inspire the next generation of pipers with his dedication to both tradition and modern innovation.

This event will take place in the National Piping Centre Auditorium.

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

If you have a Monday 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

Event Sponsor

Celtic Arts Foundation