To hire the band or a small group, contact Band Manager Michael White mhwhite1@gmail.com. Check the Book us page for more information. For funerals or solo pipers, contact Judy Pittman 208-401-5685 or boisehighlandersjp@gmail.com
You can learn from some of our members! Contact Bill Earley to learn the bagpipes boisehighlander@gmail.com, and Zach Garner to play the drums bsuquad1@yahoo.com. We take new members regularly, so join us!
A good set of new pipes start around $900. Prices go up depending on the materials used in ornamentation such as silver. Used sets are often available in places such as Ebay, but you can't be sure of what you are getting if you decide to go through Ebay. If you are a beginner, it's best to get someone knowledgeable to help you.
With a lot of hard work, a person could be on the pipes within six months to a year, and starting in the band within a year. As with everything, it depends on how hard you work, and how quickly you pick things up. How long before you're a good player? It could take years or even a life time, but most of our members will tell you it's a worthwhile journey.
We practice at Holy Nativity Church, 828 W Cherry Lane, Meridian, Idaho Thursdays 7-9 pm. Visitors are always welcome.
Check out our Event page. Check out other local organizations for more Scottish culture in the Treasure Valley.
Scottish American Society of the Treasure Valley
Scottish Society of Southwest Idaho
Scottish Highland Dance is traditionally danced solo, either in competition or exhibition. It is an extraordinary example of grace and skill, while telling stories of Scottish history and culture. From the Highland Fling to the Blue Bonnets, each dance speaks to the history and experience of the Scottish people, some dating back before the 12th Century. Highland dancing is made of the Highland dances, National Dances and Character Dances. The Dancers of the Boise Highlanders generally dance as an ensemble requiring an additional level of coordination.
The dancers practice every Thursday at Backstage Dance Center, year-round. Beginning instruction begins at 7pm for prospective dancers and takes place for thirty minutes with one of our advanced dancers. Email Amy Ginter at amy@spmail.net if you plan to attend.
Once a dancer has become proficient with the 4-step Highland Fling, they will be recommended to the Pipe Major for an audition before the entire band. The length of time this process takes is unique to everyone. There are many factors, including how much you practice, if you've danced before, etc. Feel free to call Dance Lead Tamara Jackson at (208) 995-3314.