Saturday 17th March 2012
Solo Piping, Drumming & Mini Band Competition Free to public!
For 2012 The Geelong Highland Gathering will once again be hosting solo piping and drumming competitions. These will be on Saturday the 17th of March. This is a free to public event and will be held at the showgrounds. There will also be a mini band competition for smaller bands. Competition details are:
- Solo piping, in accordance with Part D of the Australian Pipe Band Contest Regulation
- Solo drumming (in accordance with Part D of the Australian Pipe Band Contest Regulation)
- Mini Band Contest for Grades 1, 2, 3 & 4 plus a Juvenile Contest (in accordance with Part C of the Australian Pipe Band Contest Regulation with both a SOM / MSR and Musical Selection (Medley) in accordance with Rules B.3.01 and B.4.01 being the two contest elements). Note: If only one band enters 3rd prize applies if only two bands enter 2nd & 3rd prize monies is paid in lieu. Download an entry form.
14th January 2012 NEWS FLASH!
Richard Hawke MNZM from New Zealand will be our international Piping Judge for the solo piping competitions, mini band and aggregate competition. We are very pleased to have Richard onboard for the re-introduction of solo drumming to the Geelong Highland Gathering.
8th November 2011 NEWS FLASH!
John Hilliard from New Zealand will be our international Drumming Judge for the solo drumming competitions, mini band and aggregate band competition. We are very pleased to have John onboard for the re-introduction of solo drumming to the Geelong Highland Gathering.
Competitors interested in staying in Geelong overnight to compete in Solos and in band competition on the Sunday are encouraged to contact the Secretary in order to obtain a 10% Discount card for local Golden Chain Motels.
Solo Drumming Program
Can be found via this link.
Solo Piping Program
Can be found via this link.
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