Solo & Band Upgrades Announced

The wait is over! The PPBSO is proud to announce the soloists and bands who have earned an upgrade for the upcoming competition season. Congratulations on this achievement, their hard work and dedication is truly commendable.

Each year, the upgrade process recognizes the growth and development of musicians throughout our organization. Following the conclusion of the 2026 competition season, the PPBSO Grading Sub-Committee undertook an extensive review of upgrade candidates, evaluating hundreds of musicians across piping, snare drumming, tenor drumming and bass drumming categories. This process requires significant time and dedication, and we sincerely appreciate the committee's hard work and commitment throughout the review process.

We would also like to thank everyone who took part in the 2026 competition season. Whether you were competing individually or as part of a band, your participation and enthusiasm helps strengthen our piping and drumming community. 

Looking to be considered for an upgrade?

Musicians who were not selected for an upgrade this season, but wish to be considered, are encouraged to submit an application. Requests for solos upgrades for the winter indoor season must be received by December 15th 2026. For the 2027 Summer season, re-grade requests must be received by March 31st 2027. using the appropriate form below.

• Piping Upgrade Application: Apply Here

• Drumming Upgrade Application: Apply Here
  

Once again, congratulations to all those who have earned an upgrade! We wish you continued success as you take on new challenges, build on your accomplishments and prepare for another exciting year of competition. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for the 2027 season.

Bands

Grade 5 to Grade 4

Smith Falls Gordon Pipe Band

Solo Piping - Light Music

Grade 1 to Professional

Greg Bowen

Grade 2 to Grade 1

Craig Faas

Iain Douglas Lynch

Taylor Young

Grade 3 to Grade 2

Alec Domonsky

Declan Wright

Edward Mah

Gabriella Doucet

Jack Thomson

Jayden Lushman

Malcolm Rooney

Nolan Christopher King

Robert Crawford

Tyler Melong

Grade 4 Adult to Grade 3

Andrew Mitchell

Conor Stacey

Duncan McIntyre

Heidi McIntyre

Nathan Maskerine

Tristen Dennison

Wesley Orr

Grade 4 Youth to Grade 3

Amilea Grant

Aubrey Mackay

Brodick Ewing

Charlie McKeown

Duncan Fox

Mason Hunter

Grade 5 Adult to Grade 4 Adult

Barbara Bolte

Christine Proulx

Duncan Peter MacDougall

Jacquie Filteau

Jamie Dunn

Katie MacDonald

Mark M MacCosha

Nathan Stewart

Robert Angus

Ross McLennan

William Tempest

Grade 5 Youth to Grade 4 Youth

Alexa Isabel McCaskill

Ainsley Mackay

David Alexander Chang

David McMinn-Stubbs

Falen McDonald

Helena Lasseter

Jones Quinn Goodman

Luke Nisbet

Lucy Boychuck

Zackery Anderson

Solo Piping - Piobaireachd

Senior to Open

Greg Bowen

Intermediate to Senior

Andrew Collins

Colum Faris

Jayden Lushman

Nathan Maskerine

Sheila Stewart

Junior to Intermediate

Andrew Mitchell

Aubrey Mackay

Brandon McDermott

Brodick Ewing

Edward Mah

Gabriella Doucet

Heidi McIntyre

Jack Thomson

Shaun Tucker

Novice to Junior

Ainsley Mackay

Alec Domonsky

Charlie McKeown

Falen McDonald

Malcolm Rooney

Mason Hunter

Nolan Christopher King

Wesley Orr

William Andrew Scannell

Solo Drumming - Snare

Grade 5 Adult to Grade 4 Adult

Don Foley

Grade 5 Youth to Grade 4 Youth

Logan Funchion

Solo Drumming - Tenor

Grade 4 to Grade 3

Iris Fair

Leslie Tempest

Grade 5 to Grade 4

Austin Gayler

Danyka Jorgensen

Paris Dallaire

Tina Madore

Solo Drumming - Bass

Jr. Amateur to Sr. Amateur

Karley McCrone

Nov. Amateur to Jr. Amateur

Austin Gayler