MISSION STATEMENT:
To inspire and promote a vibrant Scottish piping and drumming
community.
The Washington Pipers' Association is a nonprofit
organization dedicated to the preservation and promotion
of Scottish bagpipe and drum music. The WPA is run 100%
volunteer organization.
We hold a series of five "mini-gatherings" throughout
the Winter and Spring months, featuring bagpipe and drum
contests and informational workshops.
Our events are open to spectators at no charge, although
donations are gladly accepted. Donations help us cover our
expenses, pay our judges and provide piping and drumming
summer-school scholarships for some of our most promising
competitors.
The WPA has also helped run the piping and drumming competition
at the Pacific Northwest Highland Games and Clan Gathering
in Enumclaw, Washington. This has been a great source of
outreach for our organization.
Cooperation with other local organizations including the
Seattle Highland Games Association, Mastery of Scottish
Arts, and the BC Pipers' Association has helped to reenergize
the Pacific Northwest piping and drumming scene. We look
forward to working together with these and other organizations
to secure the future of traditional Scottish and Celtic
arts in our region.
Our events and our membership continue to grow. We hope
to continue this momentum for years to come, providing a
positive venue in which to celebrate traditional Scottish
music.
