Competitive Challenges
Went to the Winnipeg Scottish Festival for some judging, and also playing with the Conservatory Pipe Band. Very cool to see the kids in the band do so well across the boards in their various solo events, and also the band itself played very well, given that it was the first time for a number of them. Pretty good progress. While there, got to hear the Winnipeg St. Andrew's, which was big and impressive. They will provide good competition for us in Grade 2, and I wouldn't want to compete with them in the tug-of-war...
We have to start making firm travel and accommodation plans for Scotland, which means booking air flights, and we have a whack of stuff to look after in March with the Brier, St Paddys, Glendive...but let's not forget that it's still pretty satisfying to kick ass at home, and no fun at all when you don't.
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I was also very impressed with the players from the CPA band. The level of detail that these young pipers are achieving makes my heart glad. Their hands and music are very strong, and they looked impressive too with new vests and shirts. Also notable was the level of fun they had - while competing, tuning up or grooving at the ceilidh.
On a different note, another incredible moment surrounded the tribute to Brian Fraser at the massed band when Iain presented the trophy in his name from the CRPB. I was sitting beside Sandy Fraser at the time, and she was very impressed and overwhelmed.
The Brain Fraser Truibute was very well done. It made me cry!
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