Among many big prizes, Stoddart won both Highland Society of London Gold Medals and the Silver Star Former Winners MSR at the Northern Meeting.
The tune was written by Major Gavin Stoddart BEM, one of the great competitive solo pipers of the latter half of the twentieth century. So, who was this Murdo, and what was so important about the guy’s wedding? But how did it come about? Many will know that “Murdo” is a fairly common male name in Scotland, especially in the Highlands and islands. It’s a simple tune with a memorable melody: common hallmarks of music with staying-power. The two-part 4/4 march is at least as popular and played as “ Flett From Flotta,” and probably approaches even “Scotland the Brave” for its ubiquity in repertoires. “Murdo’s Wedding” – melody, simplicity married Major Gavin Stoddart competing at the Scotway competition in Glasgow City Chambers, December 1989, his last competition appearance.įor pipers of all abilities, “Murdo’s Wedding” is a staple.
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