Enjoy the sights and sounds of Scotland with this outdoor concert under the stars!
The military tattoo tradition evolved from 17th century Europe when a drummer or bugler would sound a call through the village, signaling the soldiers' return to barracks. The Dutch innkeepers would shout DOE DEN TAP TOE - "turn off the taps!" This phrase later became anglicized to "tap toe" and then "tattoo."
Many of the beating retreat and evening color ceremonies performed by military forces around the world share a common heritage to this origin.
Join us on Friday March 3rd as our international cast exceeding 100 performers treat you to a dazzling display of drill, pageantry, and music that will transport you from the Valley of the Sun to the Highlands, Islands, & Beyond!
Gates will open at 5 PM to enjoy pre-show entertainment, vendors, food and drink.
Tattoo performance - 7 :00 PM to 8:45 PM
Famous from the movie Made of Honor, and known for entertaining tens of thousands per year, The Isle of Skye Pipe Band from Portree join us on their first visit to America.
The Portree Pipe band was first formed in the late 1920s by Post Master William Watson. In March 1961, having been in abeyance since World War II, it reformed under the
Famous from the movie Made of Honor, and known for entertaining tens of thousands per year, The Isle of Skye Pipe Band from Portree join us on their first visit to America.
The Portree Pipe band was first formed in the late 1920s by Post Master William Watson. In March 1961, having been in abeyance since World War II, it reformed under the title of the Isle of Skye Pipe Band.
Fundraising and instruction of young pipers and drummers helped to re-establish and strengthen the band which has played abroad and also for the Queen at the Balmoral Highland Games.
They regularly play at functions across the north of Scotland, with their regular spot being in Somerled Square in Portree during the summer months.
Hailing from Caithness in the far north of Scotland, the accordion and fiddle duo first met in 1986 after which they embarked on a music tour of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, sharing the stage with such greats as The Barra MacNeils.
Alastair has toured extensively throughout The UK and beyond, with Addie Harper & The Wick Scottish Dance
Hailing from Caithness in the far north of Scotland, the accordion and fiddle duo first met in 1986 after which they embarked on a music tour of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, sharing the stage with such greats as The Barra MacNeils.
Alastair has toured extensively throughout The UK and beyond, with Addie Harper & The Wick Scottish Dance Band as well as with Scottish accordion champion, Brandon Mcphee, while Karen has performed, taught and judged fiddling in Europe, Canada & The USA, while on a number of occasions teaching alongside California based, Scottish fiddler, Alasdair Fraser.
Between them, Alastair & Karen have featured on multiple traditional music albums and Caithness music videos, in addition to their own compositions appearing in no less than 5 tune books.
The Alma College Kiltie Dance Company, under the direction of British Association of Teachers of Dancing Certified Member Allie Gibson Murad, MPH, is comprised of Premier-level collegiate dancers from around the United States. Members of the dance company have won numerous individual championship titles at both the regional and national l
The Alma College Kiltie Dance Company, under the direction of British Association of Teachers of Dancing Certified Member Allie Gibson Murad, MPH, is comprised of Premier-level collegiate dancers from around the United States. Members of the dance company have won numerous individual championship titles at both the regional and national level and have also individually represented the US at
international military tattoos in Virginia, Colorado, Nova Scotia, Scotland, Russia,
and Australia. We are excited to perform at the Phoenix International Twilight Tattoo for the first time!
A unique and shining light in the Celtic/Irish folk/rock music scene, Craic in the Stone has become widely known over the past decade for their engaging storytelling songs and tight, captivating, and unique sound.
Talented lead vocalist Janelle Vione drives the melodies with her expressive and emotive vocals alongside Chris Caputo, whose
A unique and shining light in the Celtic/Irish folk/rock music scene, Craic in the Stone has become widely known over the past decade for their engaging storytelling songs and tight, captivating, and unique sound.
Talented lead vocalist Janelle Vione drives the melodies with her expressive and emotive vocals alongside Chris Caputo, whose harmonies give goose bumps! Interwoven with their charisma is the virtuosity of veteran fiddler Matt Brislawn, all supported by a stellar rhythm section featuring the acoustic guitar mastery of Jay Rofsky, with Scotty McKay driving the beat on traditional Bodhrán and percussion, and Bill Strongin laying down the lines on electric bass. The solid musicianship comes from a combined 150 years of professional experience in the rhythm section alone.
Multi instrumentalists Matt, Bill, and Scott add variety to the band’s ever evolving sound which includes our original songs, traditional Irish drinking and storytelling songs, Scottish standards, and unique covers of modern pop music in a refreshingly different Celtic folk/rock style.
You can tell they really love what they do!
The Arizona Academy of Highland Dance promotes the Scottish arts through instruction of Highland Dance. Students from the academy have gone forward to represent our state at competitions locally, regionally, and on national levels. The academy is under the leadership of Elizabeth Reich, a Certified SDTA Teacher since 2003.
Music you’ve heard, played in ways you never have!
Jason Cartmell's Rockstrocity draws upon the sounds of rock, country, and blues but adds a Scottish twist with bagpipes and more.
Special surprises are in store at the Tattoo as this group of talented musicians perform together on their own and with other acts.
The sounds of Bavaria, Oktoberfest and the Alps, now in Arizona!
No flaming accordions or backflipping tubas here, ach...nein! Our goal is to bring an authentic flavor and old world sound to you. Polkas, marches, waltzes and tanzlmusi and boarishers- as well as a few modern favorites.
The art of competitive drum majoring provides a breathtaking balance of precision military drill with skilled flourishing timed to music. Drum Majors Colleen Wilson and Jackson Goudreau are each champions at home and abroad, with experience performing at Tattoos in Scotland and Colorado. Prepare to see their maces fly!
Dé Máirt Ceól is a Phoenix-based group of Irish traditional musicians. They are the resident band for the
third Friday ceili dances at the Phoenix Irish Cultural Center. The members have also performed on local
TV shows, at the Arizona Irish Festival, the Tempe Festival of the Arts, the Experience Ireland program at
the Musical Instrument Mu
Dé Máirt Ceól is a Phoenix-based group of Irish traditional musicians. They are the resident band for the
third Friday ceili dances at the Phoenix Irish Cultural Center. The members have also performed on local
TV shows, at the Arizona Irish Festival, the Tempe Festival of the Arts, the Experience Ireland program at
the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) and various other venues. They are proud to be returning for
the 10th consecutive year to the Phoenix Scottish Games
Formed in 1980, the Mesa Caledonian Pipe Band continues to be a leading exponent in the Southwest for piping & drumming four decades on. The pipe band has performed in three countries, with notable performances including Stirling Castle in Scotland, and have produced two albums and a music video. Mesa Caledonian also competes abroad and are the current Southern United States Champions.
Hailing from the greater metropolitan area of Twentynine Palms, CA, MarineSandpiper is the Southern California High Desert's only Rock & Roll bagpiper! With over 21 years of bagpipe experience, MarineSandpiper can cover everything from traditional bagpipe music to classic rock and pop music.
The Scottish American Military Society post from Tucson will form the Guard of Honor for this year's show.
The SAMS are a nationwide organization formed to preserve and promote Scottish and American Armed Forces customs, traditions, and heritage.
The Tattoo will take place on the 5 acre Event Lawn on the grounds of our event, which can accommodate up to 5,000 people on the gently sloping lawn.
We recommend that you bring your lawn chairs or blankets to best enjoy the show - no canopies or tents, please.
Dogs on leash are welcome in the park. Please clean up as needed.
Photo credit: Town of Gilbert
Phoenix Scottish Games at Gilbert Regional Park
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