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27 & 28 August 2025, Oban

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26 & 27 August 2020, Oban

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2020 MacGregor Memorial winner announced

September 1, 2020
The winner of this year's MacGregor Memorial Piobaireachd is Campbell Wilson of Christchurch, New Zealand

The winner of this year's MacGregor Memorial Piobaireachd is Campbell Wilson of Christchurch, New Zealand

The winner of this year's MacGregor Memorial Piobaireachd is Campbell Wilson of Christchurch, New Zealand. Campbell, who came second in last year's competition, impressed judges Ronnie McShannon and Chris Armstrong with his performance of Lord Lovat’s Lament.

  • ‍Click below to see the winning submission (links open in new window).
  • Campbell Wilson. Christchurch, New Zealand
    Campbell Wilson
    New Zealand

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    All finalists played to a high standard and judges enjoyed all the tunes. Thanks to all competitors who took part, the first time that the MacGregor Memorial has taken place by video submission.

    2nd. Henry Paluch, Aorora, Ontario, Canada - The Lament for the Children
    3rd. Ross Conner, Campbeltown - The End of the Great Bridge
    4th. Anna Smart, Dunfermline - The MacDougall’s Gathering

  • ‍Click below to see the final submissions (links open in new window).
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    Henry Paluch, Aorora, Ontario, Canada
    Henry Paluch
    Canada
    Ross Conner,  Campbeltown
    Ross Conner
    Campbeltown
    Anna Smart, Dunfermline
    Anna Smart
    Dunfermline

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    The Argyllshire Gathering

    Founded in 1871, the Argyllshire Gathering's members work to promote Argyll both locally and in the wider world. Find out more at theargyllshiregathering.comR

    The Piping Competition forms just one aspect of the work of the Argyllshire Gathering.

    The Gathering's Trust supports piping and especially younger pipers across Argyll; the Argyllshire Gathering Oban Games are one of Scotland's leading Highland Games and a highlight of Oban's year.

    Find out more about The Gathering's work at the links below.

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