TICKETS are now on sale for The World Pipe Band Championships and Piping Live! Glasgow International Piping Festival (11-17 August).

Amidst the 200 events and 8000 performers from 150 nations worldwide, local piper Sandy Cameron will be showcasing his sweet sounds in a Young Stars recital.

Piping Live! festival director Roddy MacLeod said, “Last year was our 10th birthday and such a blast, but this year will be even better. The city will be buzzing after the Commonwealth Games and we want to keep the momentum going.

“Whether you are looking to listen to piobaireachd, have a party or are parents looking for a fun day out with the kids – Piping Live! has it all.

“We are also proud to be part of Homecoming 2014 and our series of concerts and photo exhibition on the role of piping in WWI will be touching and insightful.” For more info and tickets, call 0141 353 8000 or check out www.peoplemakeglasgow.com/piping.