2026 Bellows Gathering
We are delighted to be teaming up with the National Piping Centre in Glasgow for the 2026 Bellows Gathering, a weekend of workshops, masterclasses, sessions and performances. Whether you're a seasoned player or a curious enthusiast, this is one weekend you won't want to miss!
📅 Dates: May 1st - 3rd, 2026
📍 Location: The National Piping Centre, Glasgow
💰 Cost: £200 including a ticket to our special concert (10% discount for LBPS Members) Buy your pass here - https://the-national-piping-centre.book.app/pass
The exclusive concert on May 2nd will feature all our fantastic tutors plus some special guests!
The line up of tutors includes Ross Calderwood, Lindsay Davidson, Fionnlagh Mac A' Phiocair, Finlay MacDonald, Hamish Moore and Ailis Sutherland.
Workshops and Masterclasses
Ross Calderwood of Lochalsh Smallpipes leads a hands-on reed making workshop, walking you through the full process of making a reed - and you'll leave with a plastic reed you made yourself.
Lindsay Davidson will lead the group in learning a selection of tunes from the Lowland and Border repertoire traditionally associated with bellows pipes and the discovery of individual styles of embellishment.
Fionnlagh Mac A' Phiocair will lead workshops on singing in Gàidhlig with smallpipes, come and learn some tunes & songs over the weekend! (No prior experience with Gàidhlig necessary)
Finlay MacDonald's Sessions 101 workshops cover the essentials; key session repertoire, how to build a set, session etiquette, and the confidence to lead one yourself.
Hamish Moore will lead a masterclass on the pipe making process, a rare chance to get an insight into his craft from one of the most respected names in the business.
Ailis Sutherland will take us through some session repertoire and technique / ornamentation for smallpipes - great for highland pipers looking to get more out of their smallpipe playing.
