Craig Muirhead –Music Tutor of the Year

STRATHALLAN DIRECTOR OF TRADITIONAL MUSIC & SCOTTISH CULTURE, CRAIG MUIRHEAD WAS NAMED MUSIC TUTOR OF THE YEAR AT THE MG ALBA SCOTS TRAD MUSIC AWARDS LAST YEAR.

Despite dedicating the majority of his time to teaching young pipers and drummers, Craig made time to set up the Lockdown Piping Club in January 2021 to help beginners of all ages pick up a new instrument during lockdown. Since then, he has introduced over 5,000 participants to the chanter, with many going on to learn the bagpipes.

Most recently, Craig has launched the Department of Traditional Music and Scottish Culture at Strathallan, offering even more opportunities for students to learn and participate in Scottish culture and traditional folk music.

A former Red Hot Chilli Piper, Craig is one of Scotland’s most experienced performing bagpipers, having performed for millions at the opening and closing ceremonies of the Commonwealth Games in 2010.

Craig said, “I’ve been focused on teaching for over eight years now and it’s amazing to see the smiles on folks’ faces when they start to pick up the pipes. I’m hoping to continue the Piping Club and offer free lessons to as many young people as possible.”