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On my recent trip to Scotland, I attended the Argyllshire Gathering at Oban. On Day Two, the light music events offered are Marches, Strathspeys & Reels, and Jigs. This year, the organizers opted for a "short leet" where the judges pick the top six players who are required a second time. This year, I managed to capture the entire final of the 'A' Strathspey & Reel on HD video. Take a listen to some of the world's best players, playing some of the most exciting and challenging tunes in the piping repertoire. Included for most of the players is a little of the tuning that takes place on the platform. You'll also notice the environment that the players must face: weather, onlookers, loudspeakers, athletics, other distractions. The best competitors manage all of these elements and manage to play their best regardless. Keep in mind, these players have already played this event once earlier in the ...