The BC Pipers’ Association (BCPA) is thrilled to announce the launch of the BC Pipers’ Jack Lee Amateur Invitational Piping Competition. This exciting new annual event celebrates the art of Piobaireachd and showcases the top piping talent in the amateur grades of the BC Pipers’ Association.
The event will provide a high-profile platform for amateur pipers, inspire future generations, and strengthen the cultural fabric of piping both locally and internationally. “This new invitational honours the remarkable legacy of Jack Lee, it also highlights the dedication and artistry of our amateur pipers” said, David Hilder, President of the BCPA. “By highlighting Piobaireachd at the highest amateur levels, we are celebrating tradition while continuing to build a vibrant future for piping in the BC Pipers area.” said Jack Lee, BCPA Life member.
Competition Rules
- Invitations will be extended to top-ranked amateur Piobaireachd players from the 2025–2026 season.
- Each competitor will play a 6/8 March of choice and a Piobaireachd selected by Jack Lee from his extensive competitive, repertoire—known as “Jack’s List.”
- Tune selection and order of play to be drawn in the Fall.
- Adjudication: Jack Lee will anchor a distinguished judging panel.
Order of Play and assigned Piobaireachd – BC Pipers Jack Lee Amateur Invitational
2025 Awards
Custom pins for all competitors, additional sponsored prizes, and a beautiful, donated sporran for the first-place winner. A hand created Targe based on the newly created logo by Doug Matthews will also be unveiled as the official competition trophy.
2025 SPONSORS
BCPipers’ Association
The Piobaireachd Society
Sir John A MacDonald Society
Lee&Sons Bagpipes
McCallum Bagpipes
Micah Babinski
Highland Gear Pipe Band Products
Special Donors
2026 BCPA Jack Lee Amateur Invitational Piping Competition