Celtic Arts Winter School

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Instruction in Great Highland Bagpipes, Scottish style drumming, smallpipes, fiddle, guitar, and singing, taught by some of the Scottish music world's most talented musicians.

Thank you all for another wonderful year of Winter School! Here's a great pic of our Highland Pipes & Drums Week crew. :...
02/23/2026

Thank you all for another wonderful year of Winter School! Here's a great pic of our Highland Pipes & Drums Week crew. :)

Winter School 2026 is just around the corner! We are so happy to welcome some new instructors to the teaching crew this ...
01/23/2026

Winter School 2026 is just around the corner! We are so happy to welcome some new instructors to the teaching crew this year, with the inclusion of Kim Carnie, Megan Henderson, and Murdo “Yogi” Cameron. Yay team!

Plus…
-New! Gaelic Song track in our folk/trad week
-New! Chanter weekend for adults running alongside our Piobaireachd and Kids’ programs
-Our largest Kids’ Highland Piping and Drumming Weekend enrollment ever!
-Over $15k awarded in scholarships and financial aid for 2026 Winter School students

It all starts next week. See you soon! 🌟🌲

Throwback Thursday! Here’s a 2018 snapshot of the legendary Angus MacColl & Roddy MacLeod MBE at Winter School, trading ...
01/08/2026

Throwback Thursday! Here’s a 2018 snapshot of the legendary Angus MacColl & Roddy MacLeod MBE at Winter School, trading their Highland pipes for one bellows-blown Scottish Smallpipes—and loving every minute of it.

You can feel that same joy of musical discovery at Winter School 2026. Winter School is where the Celtic Arts Foundation welcome world-class Celtic musicians from Scotland, Ireland, Canada, and the U.S. to Seabeck, WA for an unforgettable music retreat. Learn from the best, connect with fellow musicians, and immerse yourself in Celtic tradition.

Kids Weekend Winter School 2026! We’re excited to welcome young pipers and drummers to our Kids Highland Pipes & Drummi...
12/28/2025

Kids Weekend Winter School 2026!

We’re excited to welcome young pipers and drummers to our Kids Highland Pipes & Drumming Weekend at Winter School 2026!

About: This youth-focused program runs concurrently with our Piobaireachd track from Friday, January 30 to Sunday, February 1, 2026. Designed for students aged 10–17 with some piping or drumming experience, the weekend includes group classes, individual instruction, and fun evening gatherings. Beginners with at least one year of chanter experience are welcome to join a tailored beginner track.

What to Expect: A lot of fun and learning! Instruction is grouped by skill level to ensure every student receives appropriate guidance. All attendees must be accompanied by a chaperone (one chaperone may oversee multiple students). Group registration discounts may be available.

Your Instructors: We’re honored to welcome a powerhouse lineup of instructors—some of the most accomplished pipers and drummers in the world:

Piping Faculty

Callum Beaumont (Scotland): Glenfiddich Champion, five-time Clasp winner, and Pipe Major of Dollar Academy Novice A, leading them to multiple World titles.

Stuart Liddell (Scotland): Pipe Major of Inveraray & District, current Glenfiddich Champion, and one of the most electrifying solo performers in piping.

Jack Lee (Canada): Glenfiddich Champion, Gold Medalist at Oban & Inverness, and co-founder of the Simon Fraser University Pipe Band.

Drumming Faculty

Blair Brown (Canada): Six-time Gold Medalist at Winter Storm, World Drum Corps Champion, and internationally respected educator.

Tyler Fry (Canada): World-renowned tenor drummer, multi-time World Champion, and touring artist with the Red Hot Chili Pipers.

Ali North (USA): Bass and tenor instructor with Northwest Junior Pipe Band and Robert Malcolm Memorial, and SFU bass corps performer.

Kerr McQuillan (Scotland): World Solo Drumming Champion, Leading Drummer of Boghall & Bathgate, and Pipes|Drums Drummer of the Year 2023.

Scottish Smallpipers Unite at Winter School 2026! About: Our Smallpiping Program runs February 7–11, 2026, alongside ou...
12/28/2025

Scottish Smallpipers Unite at Winter School 2026!

About: Our Smallpiping Program runs February 7–11, 2026, alongside our Scottish fiddle/melody, song, and guitar/accompaniment tracks—giving players of all instruments a chance to learn from each other and play together. Smallpipes classes are split into three levels based on experience and learning pace. While not ideal for complete beginners, this program offers a rich learning environment for developing players ready to explore ensemble work and deepen their piping skills.

What to Expect: Each day includes group classes, instructor rotations, sessions, evening ceilidhs, and a few fun extras. You’ll also have the chance to learn from our fiddle instructors, attend the instructor concert, and take part in our no-stress participant performance night.
Your Instructors: We’re honored to welcome three inspiring leaders in the world of smallpipes:

Dr. Gary West (Scotland): Host of Enjoy Your Piping, former BBC Radio Scotland’s Pipeline host, former Professor of Scottish Ethnology, and a celebrated piper, singer, and cultural wellspring of knowledge.

Ailis Sutherland (Scotland): Acclaimed performer and educator, known for her work with Hecla and the National Youth Pipe Band of Scotland.

Finlay MacDonald (Scotland): Head of Piping Studies at the National Piping Centre and Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, and a trailblazer in contemporary and traditional piping.

Address

PO Box 1342
Mount Vernon, WA
98273

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+13604164934

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