CLAN PIPER - HUGH DONALD MACKAY
Born in Wick and raised in Tongue before later settling in Dornoch, Hugh Donald Mackay has dedicated his life to Scotland’s rich musical heritage.
Joining the Army at just 16 years old in 2007, his military career has included operational tours of Afghanistan alongside performances on some of the world’s most prestigious stages.
He has served as the lone piper at the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo and has performed at Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s State Funeral, His Majesty King Charles III’s Coronation, seven State Banquets at Buckingham Palace, military tattoos across the globe, and countless other high-profile events worldwide.
Hugh proudly serves as Pipe Major of the 7th Battalion, The Royal Regiment of Scotland and, since 2024, has shared his passion for Scotland as a Driver-Guide with Highland Experience Tours.
A Scottish Thistle Awards National Rising Star winner, he is also widely recognised through his social media platform, The Piping Tour Guide, where he brings Scotland’s history, culture, and traditions to audiences around the world.
As Clan Mackay’s Clan Piper, Hugh is honoured to uphold and celebrate the music, heritage, and enduring spirit of the clan, carrying its traditions forward with pride for generations to come.
The video clip is of Stewart playing the lament “Lochaber No More” at the Alness Remembrance Day Memorial Service at which he has piped for the last 25 years.