This well-received film follows the Spirit of Scotland Pipe Band as they prepare for the 2008 World Pipe Band Championships. Pipes|Drums magazine called this feature-length documentary the best recording of the year. With insights into band dynamics and performance, appearances by many of today's top players, and great musicianship, this video will appeal to any piper, band member, or piping enthusiast. Featuring Willie McCallum, Angus MacColl, Alasdair Gillies, Colin MacLellan, Euan MacCrimmon, Roddy MacLeod, Iain Speirs, Wilson Brown, Niall Matheson, Niall Stewart, Stuart Samson, and Simon Marshall. 2009. 82 minutes.
From the cover: "This year a new group joins the battle of the bands. Calling themselves The Spirit of Scotland the world's top solo players have come together for the first time to attempt the impossible: compete against legendary bands that have been around for decades. What are their chances after just six days of practice? Will they even qualify."
