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The Big Rab Show Podcast

Big Rab
Bagpipes
G1 Reeds
Pipe Bands
Bagpiping
World Pipe Band Championships
World Championships
Celtic Music
Piping Community
Piping Live Festival
Dojo University
RSPBA
Piping Live
UK Championships
Patreon
Scottish Championships
Drumming
Piping Competitions
Field Marshal Montgomery
Competitive Piping
The Big Rab Show Awards

We are the show for the Piping Folk. Bagpipes, Pipe Bands, Solos, Celtic and Folk music.

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Welcome to the Big Rab Show Podcast.  In this our 510th Episode we announce the final nominee’s for the 2026 Big Rab Show Awards.  You all have been submitting your nominations in the thousands, and we have finally reached a final 4 in each of our ca... more

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Welcome to the Big Rab Show Podcast.  In this our 509th Episode we catch up with Sophie Stringer from the Maket Collective.  We hear all about what they’ve been up to, and what their plans are for the future of the collective.  Plus we catch up with ... more

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Welcome to the Big Rab Show Podcast.  In this our 508th Episode we launch the 2026 Big Rab Show Awards !  We detail all the various categories including how you can now nominate your favourites right now !.  Plus we catch up with everything in the pi... more

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Welcome to the Big Rab Show Podcast.  In this our 507th Episode we meet the Celtic Pipe Band from Nelson (New Zealand). Plus we catch up with everything in the piping world, including upgrades, and solo results.  Yet another packed show !

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Recent Guests

Sophie Stringer
Maket Collective organizer creating performance and community opportunities for women in piping and drumming
Maket Collective
Episode: The Big Rab Show Podcast. Episode 509. Sophie Stringer - Maket Collective
Annabelle Chartnell
Member of the 100% female pipe band project going to Brittany
100% Female Pipe Band
Episode: The Big Rab Show Podcast. Episode 508. The Big Rab Show Awards 2026 Launch
Callum Gilchrist
Pipe Major of the Celtic Pipe Band
Celtic Pipe Band (Nelson, New Zealand)
Episode: The Big Rab Show Podcast. Episode 507. Meet The Band - Celtic PB (Nelson)
Elliot the Bagpiper
12-year-old bagpiper involved in Edinburgh incident; subject of crowdfunding story
Preston Lodge / school pipe band
Episode: The Big Rab Show Podcast. Episode 506. Catching Up
Jason Price
Senior Drum Major, Belfast Tattoo 2026
Belfast Tattoo
Episode: The Big Rab Show Podcast. Episode 505. Belfast International Tattoo 2026
Mark Armstrong
Leading Drummer for the Belfast Tattoo, 2026
Belfast Tattoo
Episode: The Big Rab Show Podcast. Episode 505. Belfast International Tattoo 2026
Glenn Baxter
Pipe Major, lead figure on the Belfast Tattoo stage
Rivara/Pipe Band community
Episode: The Big Rab Show Podcast. Episode 505. Belfast International Tattoo 2026
Jack McGahn
Pipe Major, new leadership position
Rivara
Episode: The Big Rab Show Podcast. Episode 505. Belfast International Tattoo 2026
Henry Spencer
Tattoo participant, drummer
Drum Lock Piping
Episode: The Big Rab Show Podcast. Episode 505. Belfast International Tattoo 2026

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Rab
Host of The Big Rab Show Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 154 ratings
  • The Best part of Wednesdays

    I found the Big Rab Show through the guys over at the Chanter Rant. I’ve been faithfully listening since 2018. The topics are relevant, varied, and interesting.

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    5
    Aindriú Ó Súilleabháin
    United States5 years ago
  • A 5 star piping & drumming podcast

    This is a fantastic podcast with fantastic guests and amazing content. Rab is a jovial character who keeps it positive and informative throughout. He sets the gold standard for piping podcasts. My only small wish is that he would play a little more music occasionally. Thanks Rab for all you do, you Legend!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pmbear
    Canada5 years ago
  • Integrity, Ethics, and Grace

    Integrity means everything to me. Nothing in life is worth trading integrity for. It’s genuinely our most valuable asset. I will always do everything in my power to live my life with the integrity described in the poem below because living a life worthy of being described like THAT is what AWESOME looks like to me — and that is how I rate Big Rab and his show!

    She had integrityIn her bones and Was clothed In grace.She was beautiful;Not only in howShe looked,But in who she was.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    brady322z5
    United States6 years ago
  • Pipe Band Heaven

    Great podcast about competitive piping and drumming!! Rab’s friendly and enthusiastic presentation.keep the listener thoroughly informed about all of the latest news in the pipe band world!! It’s truly addictive!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hamish MacPhereson
    United States7 years ago
  • Best podcast ever

    Been listening since episode 94 , and have downloaded the entire catalogue , listening to episode 41 now

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Big Jock 94
    United Kingdom8 years ago

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The Big Rab Show Podcast. Episode 509. Sophie Stringer - Maket Collective
Q: What does the future hold for the Collective?
Sophie describes plans for collaborations, accessible community discussions, more piping recital events, and performance opportunities that also showcase women drummers and musicians of different ages and experience levels.
The Big Rab Show Podcast. Episode 509. Sophie Stringer - Maket Collective
Q: How do you find it now?
Sophie says the collective is in an exciting period, growing from an online platform launched with six ambassadors to hosting multiple events at Piping Live.
The Big Rab Show Podcast. Episode 507. Meet The Band - Celtic PB (Nelson)
Q: How did Glasgow Worlds go for you, and what learnings did you take from that experience as a band?
The Worlds were positive overall; the trip highlighted the importance of preparing for the chaos and crowds in big events, understanding crowd dynamics, and maintaining focus under pressure. The band used the experience to plan post-Worlds momentum, including a strategic return and an emphasis on cultural continuity and leadership development to sustain progress.
The Big Rab Show Podcast. Episode 507. Meet The Band - Celtic PB (Nelson)
Q: We'd love to learn more about the Celtic Pipe Band. How did it all begin? Tell us about the band's origins.
The band began in the late 1990s when a local teacher started a piping and drumming club in Nelson. After the founder left in 2007, the group was handed to Callum's family, who expanded it into a proper pipe band. They started competing in 2008 in Grade 4 and gradually built a culture-first organization that values teaching, leadership development, and community, eventually expanding to multiple bands and progressing through grades.
The Big Rab Show Podcast. Episode 499. Piping Live Preview 2026
Q: What are some of the major site changes for this year's festival, and what do they aim to achieve?
The main stage has shifted to the end of the site with a relocated bar to improve viewing, walking flow, and capacity, while preserving core events to maintain the festival's identity.

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A buzzy, culture-forward show for bagpiping and pipe bands fans, blending event previews, competition results, and industry news with deep dives into festival logistics, education programs, and innovative performances. Regular coverage spans major championships, live event planning, and new tools shaping the piping world, often featuring expert guests and frontline organizers. The tone is enthusiastic, opinionated, and community-driven, making it a go-to for listeners who want up-to-date piping news, practical event insights, and insider perspectives on festivals and competitions. A standout element is the consistent focus on both traditional piping culture and experimental formats, plus accessibility for fans worldwide through live streams... more

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2. Annabelle Chartnell
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4. Elliot the Bagpiper
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6. Mark Armstrong
7. Glenn Baxter
8. Jack McGahn

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