VPA Executive Future Piping Award 2025

VPA Executive Future Piping Award

In 2024, the Victorian Pipers Association Executive Committee introduced a new initiative at the Victorian Championships: the VPA Executive Future Piping Award. This award reflects the core mission of the Association — to foster the development of Highland piping in Victoria and support the next generation of pipers. This award will be presented at the Victorian Championships on Sunday 27th of July

While the VPA remains committed to offering high-calibre competitions, internationally regarded adjudicators, and enriching recital opportunities, our long-term focus lies in the growth and encouragement of players, particularly those at the beginning of their journey. The Future Piping Award will recognise a young, up-and-coming piper who has demonstrated clear commitment, musical growth, and a passion for piping through participation in VPA events.

The Association is proud to present this award as a meaningful gesture — a step towards nurturing musicianship, inspiring dedication, and building a lifelong love of piping.

We are sincerely grateful to St Kilda Retail and RG Hardie Bagpipes for their outstanding generosity and shared commitment to the future of piping. Their support makes this award possible, and their donation of a truly exceptional set of pipes is a testament to their belief in investing in young players at a crucial stage of their development.

The recipient of the 2025 VPA Executive Future Piping Award will receive a stunning set of Peter Henderson Heritage Bagpipes, featuring:

  • Intricately laser-etched Celtic nickel mounts and ferrules

  • A unique runic design etched into the wood

  • Premium craftsmanship and sound quality to inspire for a lifetime

These are more than just pipes — they represent encouragement, pride, and opportunity.
Have a closer look and listen: https://rghardiebagpipes.com/heritage-bagpipes/

Award Criteria:

  • A young piper

  • A piper who does not yet own their own instrument

  • A piper who has demonstrated dedication and progress through VPA competitions

The award will be presented at the 2025 Victorian Championships. We look forward to recognising a future piping legend and continuing our work to sustain and grow this extraordinary musical tradition.