Master Solo Bagpiping Competitions with Gold Medallist Jim McGillivray

Prepare for success in solo bagpiping competitions with expert guidance from Clasp winner and Gold Medallist Jim McGillivray! In this episode of The Pipe Box, Jim walks you through every step of the competition process, from entering and arriving to tuning, performing, and leaving a lasting impression on the judge. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your competition skills, this video is your ultimate primer for mastering solo piping competitions.
Jim McGillivray brings over 50 years of experience as a Gold Medallist, adjudicator, teacher, and Chair of the PPBSO Music Committee. Learn how to choose the right competition grade, register for events, and prepare your tunes for peak performance. Discover the importance of proper warm-ups, tuning techniques, and understanding what judges look for in your performance.
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[@jel517]

Wow, THANK YOU Jim. I'm glad I came across this video

[@claybowcutt6158]

back in the seventies "open" meant open for anyone, but there was also a professional class with an substantial entry fee for the pros. I found that professional pipers ridicule a piper who doesn't have standing and enters the open. To determine a playing level, a new class has been developed called adult. It is wise to enter as an adult if not ranked. You get great feedback and can help in determining a level if you so desire.

[@paulcannell7188]

Thanks Jim, really good advice. Not going through your competition tunes on the day of competition, before hand is excellent advice.

[@davemacleod9623]

Wish I heard that a few years ago...excellent, thnkyou..