The Glasgow Skye Association Pipe Band presents 78th Highlanders Pipe Band: True North Strong

Wed 12 Aug · 01:00

Glasgow Royal Concert Hall

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On August 12, 2026, at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow, the annual "Pre-Worlds" Pipe Band concert will feature the headline performance by the 78th Fraser Highlanders Pipe Band from Canada. This band, renowned for its rich history and vibrant energy, boasts a notable achievement as one of the first overseas bands to win the World Pipe Band Championships. The 78th Fraser Highlanders are set to deliver an authentic and powerful musical experience that promises to captivate audiences. Joining them will be the Glasgow Skye Association Pipe Band, ensuring this evening celebrates the very essence of Scottish pipe music in a memorable way.

The concert will feature a headlining performance by the 78th Highlanders Pipe Band from Canada, one of the leading concert pipe bands in the world. The band has a rich history, having been the first overseas band to win the World Pipe Band Championships in Grade 1 in 1987. Their set will include music from Canada, celebrating the country's musical heritage.

The Glasgow Skye Association Pipe Band will also perform, ensuring a memorable evening of Scottish pipe music. The two bands will come together to deliver an authentic and powerful musical experience that promises to captivate the audience.

The concert is scheduled to take place at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall. Doors open at the usual time, but the exact timings of the performance are not specified. The ticket price includes a booking fee and a restoration fund contribution.

Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.

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The Glasgow Skye Association Pipe Band presents 78th Highlanders Pipe Band: True North Strong takes place on Wednesday, 12 August 2026 at 01:00.

The Glasgow Skye Association Pipe Band presents 78th Highlanders Pipe Band: True North Strong is held at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow (2 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, G2 3NY).

78th Highlanders Pipe Band is performing at The Glasgow Skye Association Pipe Band presents 78th Highlanders Pipe Band: True North Strong.

Tickets for The Glasgow Skye Association Pipe Band presents 78th Highlanders Pipe Band: True North Strong can be booked via tickets.glasgowlife.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

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The Glasgow Skye Association Pipe Band presents 78th Highlanders Pipe Band: True North Strong

📅 Wednesday, 12 August 2026🕖 01:00📍 Glasgow Royal Concert Hall

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The 78th Highlanders Pipe Band are a renowned ensemble specialising in traditional Scottish pipe music. Their performances are celebrated for their powerful renditions of classic and contemporary bagpipe compositions, often drawing on military and Highland traditions.

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Glasgow Royal Concert Hall

2 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, G2 3NY

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When is The Glasgow Skye Association Pipe Band presents 78th Highlanders Pipe Band: True North Strong?

The Glasgow Skye Association Pipe Band presents 78th Highlanders Pipe Band: True North Strong takes place on Wednesday, 12 August 2026 at 01:00.

Where is The Glasgow Skye Association Pipe Band presents 78th Highlanders Pipe Band: True North Strong taking place?

The Glasgow Skye Association Pipe Band presents 78th Highlanders Pipe Band: True North Strong is held at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow (2 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, G2 3NY).