U.S. Gold Medal Piobaireachd

United States Gold Medal Piobaireachd Competition sponsored by RG Hardie & Co.

The U.S. Gold Medal, 2.5 inches (6.5 cm) in diameter, featuring the RG Hardie & Co. logo on the obverse, will be awarded to the day’s Champion in Piobaireachd. Prize moneys include First winning USD $750, Second $500, and Third $250.

The Champion will receive R.G. Hardie Infinity blackwood chanter. Places 1 – 5 will receive R.G. Hardie Pipe Band ear plugs.

The aggregate winner of the Gold Medal Piobaireachd and the Gold Medal Ceol Beag will be awarded USD$1500. This prize can be used for travel to Scotland in 2025 for professional solo contests or for travel back to Winter Storm in 2026. Gold Medal Piobaireachd governs if there is a tie.

The Champion may be invited to perform at Winter Storm – The Pipes and Drums Concert.

R. G. Hardie & Co. are manufacturers and suppliers of Highland Bagpipes, Piping Accessories, and Pipe Band Highland wear. R. G. Hardie was formed in 1950, since 1972 incorporating Peter Henderson, Ltd. (established 1868). Over 100 years dedicated to making the finest highland bagpipes in the world.

The entry fee for the U.S. Gold Medal Piobaireachd competition is USD $60.00.

Professional piping and drumming contests will be held on January 17, 2025

Entry Deadline is November 30.

This competition is limited to the first eligible 20 applicants.

Please read the Rules thoroughly. The rules are updated each year.

Rules and Regulations

Entry Form

$60.00

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