The Massed Pipes and Drums are the greatest thrill of the annual Edinburgh Military Tattoo. This DVD gathers sensational highlights from 200109, from the haunting sounds of the Lone Piper to the elegance of the Highland Dancers and unforgettable performances of “Highland Cathedral,” “Skye Boat Song,” “Auld Lang Syne,” and the March Out.
Each year, more than 1,000 performers from across the globe gather in Scotlandâ™s capitol for a lavish entertainment spectacle. Filmed on the floodlit esplanade of Edinburgh Castle, the 2011 Tattoo features the Massed Pipes and Drums, the Massed Highland Dancers, the Brazilian Marine Corps Martial Band, and musicians on horses and bicycles. A splendid display of music, color, pageantry, and regalia. 90 min, 1 DVD.