What tradition,
excellence & friendship
sound like.

The Macdonald Pipe Band of Pittsburgh, Inc. is one of the region’s oldest active pipe bands.

Together, as friends and fellow musicians, we draw inspiration from centuries of tradition in our mission to further the Scottish arts of bagpiping and drumming for the enjoyment of today’s audiences. We are the pipes of Pittsburgh.

New members welcome

Beginner? Experienced? A little rusty after a break from piping or drumming? There’s a place for you in our ranks. We pride ourselves on instructing and developing musicians of all levels.

We invite you to drop by a band rehearsal! We rehearse most Wednesday evenings, from 6:45-8:30 pm at the Bethel Presbyterian Church in Bethel Park, PA in the South Hills. Hope to see you soon!

Hire us for your next event

The Macdonald Pipe Band of Pittsburgh can be booked as a full band, a small group, or individually if you just need a solo piper. The stirring, uplifting music of the Scottish Highland bagpipes will be a beautiful and memorable addition to your event. For more information about booking, contact our pipe major.

Become a friend of the band

Love bagpipes and drums and the Scottish arts? Want to support one of Pittsburgh’s oldest pipe bands as a sponsor or donor? Have a special skill or talent the band could use? The Macdonald Pipe Band of Pittsburgh is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization and any contribution to our continuing success is greatly appreciated. Donate now!