Walking down the halls of Highland High School on a recent evening, a mystifying sound reverberates through the air - the sound of Highland bagpipes.
Around the corner in the school's Little Theater is the source. Gathered in a large circle are nearly 30 members of the Salt Lake Scots, a Scottish pipe and drum band.
"I have always loved the sound of the pipes," said Jason Killpack of West Jordan, a band member for five years and the current pipe major. "They are inspiring."
Killpack is the leader of the band and gives direction in practices, performances, and competitions.
Dennis McMaster of West Valley, a bass drummer and band member for 33 years, said joining the band was something he had always wanted to do.
"I fell in love with the sound of the pipes," he said. "It's a way to keep traditions in addition to having a lot of fun."
Aaron Wilson of Murray has been with the band for eight years.
"It is a way to honor the culture through playing, performing, and having fun," he said.
Plus, said Grant Ensign of Sandy, band member for three years, "it's a lady killer."
Established in 1962, the Salt Lake Scots hold quite the reputation. They were the Official Pipe Band of the 2002 Winter Olympics and led the competitors of the curling events onto the ice.
They have entered many competitions along the Wasatch front, and have performed abroad - even Scotland.
For bagpipe lessons or more information about the Salt Lake Scots, contact the Celtic Center, 2350 S. Main St., Salt Lake City.
By Brittanie Morris
Close-Up Correspondent
Salt Lake Tribune
Article Last Updated:11/23/2006 10:43:28 AM MST
Around the corner in the school's Little Theater is the source. Gathered in a large circle are nearly 30 members of the Salt Lake Scots, a Scottish pipe and drum band.
"I have always loved the sound of the pipes," said Jason Killpack of West Jordan, a band member for five years and the current pipe major. "They are inspiring."
Killpack is the leader of the band and gives direction in practices, performances, and competitions.
Dennis McMaster of West Valley, a bass drummer and band member for 33 years, said joining the band was something he had always wanted to do.
"I fell in love with the sound of the pipes," he said. "It's a way to keep traditions in addition to having a lot of fun."
Aaron Wilson of Murray has been with the band for eight years.
"It is a way to honor the culture through playing, performing, and having fun," he said.
Plus, said Grant Ensign of Sandy, band member for three years, "it's a lady killer."
Established in 1962, the Salt Lake Scots hold quite the reputation. They were the Official Pipe Band of the 2002 Winter Olympics and led the competitors of the curling events onto the ice.
They have entered many competitions along the Wasatch front, and have performed abroad - even Scotland.
For bagpipe lessons or more information about the Salt Lake Scots, contact the Celtic Center, 2350 S. Main St., Salt Lake City.
By Brittanie Morris
Close-Up Correspondent
Salt Lake Tribune
Article Last Updated:11/23/2006 10:43:28 AM MST
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