John Elliott (Toronto): the pipes|drums Interview – Part 2
John Elliott had an essential role in that explosion in the 1970s and ’80s and was one of the first North American players to move to Scotland for more than a year just to play in a top Grade 1 band. Joining seven-time World Champions Muirhead & Sons under Pipe-Major Bob Hardie proved to be an immersive experience that would pay dividends for the Canadian pipe band scene and inspire others to follow his lead.