Iain has been a familiar face at the highland games since very early in his life. As his father is one of the premier bagpipe builders in the world, it is no surprise that Iain developed into a well-respected and accomplished player. He has recently been promoted to the professional grade after earning the title of EUSPBA 2001 Grade One Season Champion. Throughout his life he has received his instruction from a variety of teachers. The majority of his early instruction was provided by P.M. George F. Ritchie. More recently, Iain has studied with Donald Lindsay, Bruce Gandy, Scott Mac Aulay, and Andrew Wright.
In addition to competing as a solo piper, Iain has also been involved in many other aspects of Celtic music. He has founded several folk groups and two Highland Pipe Bands in Vermont. Iain currently works as Vermont’s only full-time piping instructor. He holds a Masters in Education and earned his Senior Instructor’s certification through the College of Piping, PEI. In addition to his approximately 80 solo students, Iain also teaches group and band workshops.
Iain has been a familiar face at the highland games since very early in his life. As his father is one of the premier bagpipe builders in the world, it is no surprise that Iain developed into a well-respected and accomplished player. He has recently been promoted to the professional grade after earning the title of EUSPBA 2001 Grade One Season Champion. Throughout his life he has received his instruction from a variety of teachers. The majority of his early instruction was provided by P.M. George F. Ritchie. More recently, Iain has studied with Donald Lindsay, Bruce Gandy, Scott Mac Aulay, and Andrew Wright.