Champion Supreme 2013 Bio’s

Thursday November 7th, 2013

The PPBSO is pleased to present the biographies of some of our Champion Supreme winners for 2013. These dedicated individuals have worked hard to elevate their skills and progress in the art.
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New Tune Requirement for Grade 4 Bands

Wednesday November 6th, 2013

As the result of a motion passed at the Society AGM on Nov. 2, starting in 2015 Grade 4 bands will submit a mini-MSR instead of a march medley. The exact format of the MSR will be determined by the Music Committee.

The 18th Annual George Sherriff Memorial Invitational Competition

Monday October 21st, 2013

The 18th Annual George Sherriff Memorial Invitational Competition

Saturday, November 16, 2013
St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church
70 James St. South, Hamilton, Ontario

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PPBSO AGM and Highland Gala – Tickets Now Available

Monday September 16th, 2013

Tickets for the annual PPBSO Highland Gala are now available on the Niagara Hamilton Branch website.

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Fergus Highland Games Honours Bruce Jones Unexpected Death

Wednesday August 14th, 2013

Pipers and Drummers at the Fergus Highland Games on Aug. 10th and 11th honoured Bruce Jones of London Ontario with Amazing Grace. Photo courtesy of John Riddell and Adam Gagnon.
 
Bruce passed away following the Forest City Celtic Pipe Bands competition at the Glengarry Highland Games in Maxville on Sat. Aug. 3rd.   Coming off the field, Bruce was excited by the Band’s performance and commented to band members that he had never played better.   Soon after he did not feel well and sought help from nearby Paramedics at the Games.  He was immediately rushed to Alexandria Hospital, approximately 20 minutes away; however both paramedics and Hospital staff were unable to revive him.       
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Glengarry Highland Games Results

Thursday August 8th, 2013

Maxville, Ontario was again the site of the Glengarry Highland Games, the crown jewel in the PPBSO’s competitive pipe band season. Fifty five bands in five grades  competed for the title of North American Champions, on what was a mainly sunny day, interrupted only briefly by some short-lived showers.  A full field of bands playing in front of a packed grandstand and crowded berm on the Maxville fairgrounds is indeed a sight and sound that may not be equaled anywhere in the world.

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Cambridge Highland Games Results – 2013

Monday July 22nd, 2013

The Ontario Highland Games circuit continued its string of great weather this past weekend as the Cambridge Highland games were held under sunny skies, and in front of a large crowd.  It was a great day for law-enforcement, as police-sponsored bands picked up the top prize in every grade, except for the premier grade, which was won by the 78^th Fraser Highlanders.  The 78^th now sit tied for 1^st place with Peel Regional Police in pursuit of the Champions Supreme title for 2013.

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Kincardine Highland Games Results 2013

Tuesday July 9th, 2013

Picturesque Kincardine, Ontario on the shores of Lake Huron was the scene of the 4th stop on the 2013 PPBSO outdoor calendar. Beautiful, hot weather greeted the competitors and attendees, making it a most enjoyable day for players and spectators alike.
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