
Everything you need to know about Battle of the Bagpipes

This brand-new documentary series explores the world of piping, lifting the lid on traditions, culture and its star players as they compete for the ultimate piping prize.
The official synopsis reads:
“This three-part documentary series lifts the lid on piping traditions, culture, and its star players as they all compete for the ultimate piping prize. Following military and civilian pipe bands all striving to be the best of the best, this new series proves that piping is not for the faint-hearted.
Viewers will uncover the fiercely competitive audition process for the Lone Piper at The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo and follow new recruits taking part in their first piping competition in the hope to be selected for a once-in-a-lifetime piping opportunity to perform for the King. Meanwhile, long-time rival pipe bands go head-to-head at the fiercest competition in the piping world: Glasgow’s World Pipe Band Championships.”
Where can I watch Battle of the Bagpipes?
Battle of the Bagpipes will be available to watch on Sky Arts and streaming service NOW.
What is the release date?
The series is set to be released on 3 July 2024.
How many episodes are there?
Battle of the Bagpipes is a three-part documentary, consisting of three one-hour long episodes.