America’s leader in bagpiping and drumming instruction, performance, and collaboration, Balmoral School was established in 1979 by co-founders George Balderose and James McIntosh, MBE, and is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) tax-exempt educational organization. The school celebrates and teaches traditional bagpipe music dating to the 15th century, as well as more recent compositions in the traditional style, including the competition repertoire.
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America’s leader in bagpiping and drumming instruction, performance, and collaboration, Balmoral School was established in 1979 by co-founders George Balderose and James McIntosh, MBE, and is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) tax-exempt educational organization. The school celebrates and teaches traditional bagpipe music dating to the 15th century, as well as more recent compositions in the traditional style, including the competition repertoire.
OUR SERVICES
Schools and Programs
Balmoral offers summer school sessions in various locations around the US, music programs for elementary schools and lessons for those living in or near Pittsburgh.
The Balmoral Classic
Are you a talented young Piper or Drummer? Learn about Balmoral’s solo bagpiping and Scottish snare drumming competition for those age 21 and under.
Balmoral Pipes & Drums
Our Pittsburgh-based band is comprised of pipers and drummers of all ages. New members with an interest in piping or drumming are always welcomed.
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