The 2010 Pipe Bands have not been booked at this time. The bands that performed at the 2009 Festival are shown below.

2009 Participating Great Highland Pipe Bands

 (See Schedule)

Southern Indiana Pipes and Drums

Southern Indiana Pipes and Drums emerged in 2005, as a band of Merry Pipers and Drummers from the scattered corners of Indiana (and beyond). One of the largest bagpipe bands in the region, the active membership includes over 30 individuals ranging in age from 7 to 78 and in experience from fresh beginner to competition grade piper.

Fountain Trust Pipe Band

The Fountain Trust Pipe Band is based in Northwest Indiana. Its members are drawn from various parts of Indiana including Indianapolis, Lafayette, Bloomington and Terre Haute, as well as from Western Illinois. The band is partially sponsored by a Wabash Valley bank called the Fountain Trust - based in Covington, Indiana. The band is made up of both Pipe and Drum Corps players that are not only keen to teach and encourage new members, but also to "stretch" existing members by entering in prestigious competitions at various Scottish Games around the country. Twice a year professional teachers are flown from New York State to assist in teaching the band members - both new and old - in a fun environment, which improves the skill and proficiency, on an individual level, in a professional manner. Band members attend workshops, private lessons and seminars around the country, both together and independently, to share with all in the band.

For further information, visit www.fountaintrustpipeband.com

Indiana Caledonia Pipe Band

The Indiana Caledonia Pipe Band was formed in 2004 and is located in the Indianapolis area. The founders of the band wanted to provide an opportunity for pipers and drummers of central Indiana to prepare for and participate in Pipe Band Competitions across the Mid-West and East Coast regions.

Murat Highlanders

Formed in 1949, the Murat Highlanders have been entertaining crowds, large and small, for over a half century. The Highlanders have never entered the very serious world of competition pipe bands, opting instead to remain a parade and performance band. The band remains dedicated to pleasing the crowds we play to, maintaining the Celtic pipe traditions, promoting the worthy philanthropy of the North American Shrine, enhancing fraternal fellowship, and having some judicious fun along the way.

Fort Wayne Scottish Pipes and Drums

Founded in 1986, the Fort Wayne Scottish Pipes and Drums is a competition bagpipe and drum band based in Fort Wayne, Indiana. By drawing on the knowledge and talents of our members we are able to share the music and culture of Scotland with the people of our community. The band performs at different parades and Highland Games throughout the midwest and is the host band for the Indiana Highland Games held the second full week-end of June.

Gan Ainm

The group Gan Ainm ('anonymous' in Gaelic) plays Celtic music from Scotland, Brittany, Ireland, as well as Galicia, blending the unique sound of Scottish small pipes, with whistles, strings, and fiddle. Gan Ainm is Ian Arthur (pipes and low D whistle), Clancy Clements (guitar, pipes, whistle), and Bill Lorton (fiddle, guitar).

Best Band Award

A 'Best Band' plaque will be awarded each day. The award is sponsored by Celtic Corner.

Performance Schedule

In addition to the scheduled performances, individual pipers & drummers will be performing throughout the weekend at different times and locations (Kids Area, Sponsor Tent, Athletic Field, Beer tent, etc.)

For more information email: pipers@scottishfestival.org