Highland Cathedral

[@nightswimmer99]

Does anyone else feel like they knew this piece the first time you heard it, like it was already in your heart somehow? I cannot listen to this without tearing up.

[@tls8688]

The intro strongly remnds me of Nat King Coles song “Smile”.

[@complexlittlepirate3589]

Yes. it's my go to for crying and I cry within seconds of it starting. Love that.

[@dorksols7415]

This song reminds me of how to train your dragon

[@zacralton997]

So true

[@michaelblair6955]

I think it's that all of us never lose that part of Scotland, that's in us all. Scotland forever.

[@RG-ja34sep]

Highland Cathedral is highly emotional, hauntingly beautiful, incredibly uplifting, and completely unique. It really heightens your senses and feelings to another level. I believe that it was composed by two Germans, but it feels 100% Scottish, and I love everything about Scotland ❤️❤️❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@mackenziecorbett-g5t]

Michael korb and uri rover(my spilling if probably off) the composed it for the 1982 (it was in the 1980s anyway ) for the highland games that were being held in Germany they year

[@cy1841]

Same feeling as mine ❤❤

[@suitingtse2088]

God bless Hong Kong as there is no more Royal Hong Kong Police. May the Lord shows His countenance on Hong Kong people and give them peace and bestow grace on them. Amen.

[@Bob-bo8ik]

There are no gods.

[@PatriciaTeste-pw9iq]

​@@Bob-bo8ik non

[@saintmirrenmalky]

Beautiful. In tears every time. Thank you to our German friends who wrote this masterpiece,

[@2011Sweetgal]

did a german write this? god bless him, bet him came back to haunt him though, as the scots blasted it out and came running toward em in battle. the women from hell, that's what the german soldiers called the scots soldiers wearing their kilts

[@johanvercarre1632]

Absolutely ! I heard it for the very first time in Ypres on the 11/11/22 ! On the 17-18/12/22 I played in the harmony...

[@Strathclydegamer]

@@2011Sweetgalbattle?! What battle would have seen Scots play this while charging at their allies, the Germans? The song was composed in the 80’s, beautiful and majestic as it is, it’s not some ancient piece 😂

[@18dannywhite]

I do not understand how people can dislike this! This is PERFECT!

[@taanal]

My father's bagpipe band played this song at his funeral a about month ago.... it was so beautiful, it still brings tears in my eyes when hearing it again. Although my father isn't here anymore, this song makes him live on forever. Dad, thank you for everything, you were a great guy!

[@cy1841]

This music touches me every time I hear it. It's immortal.....

[@eddieboy4667]

That’s all any dad wants to be thought of. A good guy. Me included. I’m sure he was.

[@BRXIG]

try to read this comment while listening to this music sorry for your loss...

[@ndanatswa7]

I am sorry for your loss :(

[@christopherorourke6543]

You will always have the very good memories of your father & the time you had with him which will never be taken away & is real treasure that will never be stolen and never be taxed.

[@francischurch4460]

This has to be the best version by far. The drummer doesn't miss a beat. The tempo and harmony is superb. Thank you for such a beautiful piece of music.

[@dogsareawomansbestfriend]

Team work!!

[@MaestroSong]

I AGREE! especially when there's no drum set which totally changes the mood! I recall playing this piece at the finale for the Golden Jubilee of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces in Brunei in 2011, the setting was very similar to this video, the feeling was memorable!!

[@seanmaherry3446]

Coming from a school where that song was sacred...hearing this again brought tears to my eyes, we'd play it every 11th November at exactly 11:11 for the soldiers who lost their lives in WW1, here's to you gentlemen!

[@GimpelDotCom]

Wie kann sowas 37 Leuten nicht gefallen? Ich kann mir das 20 mal hintereinander reinziehn, und immernoch Gänsehaut bekommen! GREAT VID, GREAT MUSIC!

[@alphatrolltv9424]

Those are scottish traitors to the homeland, SCOTLAND FOREVEEEERRR

[@Kaigogol]

ES ist sehr schön,weiter so

[@ajazz11]

Wow! I performed this when I was in the Army band and it still brings me to tears. Beautiful

[@pamelahunt236]

If that doesn't give you chills and touch your heart, your soul is dead!! Beautifully done!!

[@robertcollins1731]

One of the sweetest sounds for the bagpipes, thank you our German brothers. Dankeschoen

[@katharinarosenbaum8801]

Many greetings from germany!

[@JohnAnderson-wv6nr]

This was played @ my wifes funeral on 10 August last year as we left the chapel, my fellow pipe major played it on my best pipes! Angela loved to here me playing it on pipes & p/c.a beautiful tune with great pathos .pipe major John.Anderson.

[@Sherriedc]

My father’s ancestry is mostly Scottish and he was lucky enough to be stationed in Scotland during WWII...he said he almost didn’t come home. So proud of my Scottish heritage. God Bless Scotland🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@keithcurrie6214]

The greatest tune of all, thank you to the men who penned it and thanks to the Guy’s and Gal’s who play it wherever it is played, heard or wherever the musicians come from across the World. If peace was able to come to the globe this would be the worldwide anthem, Again, Thank You

[@jackodoherty1458]

IM IRISH BUT I LOVÈ THIS ABOVE ALL

[@MissKellogs97]

Still crying about it, when I hear that little boy with the drums I start shaking! Reminds me of my great dad! Daddy I miss you! :( Papa, ik hou van je!

[@bigdmac33]

Of all the versions of this splendid anthem, this is by far the best. Sends shivers down my spine every time that I listen to it.

[@joedineley715]

Totally agree, It is by far the best. The little drummer was perfect. This song although not Scottish, it certainly should have been!

[@bigdmac33]

Aye, I was more than surprised to learn that the tune wasn't Scottish, and I agree, it should be!! Lol.

[@cherylannemason]

@@bigdmac33 The story I've heard is that it was commissioned by King James of King James Bible fame--and the Germans who composed it hit the nail right on the head.

[@Strathclydegamer]

@@cherylannemasonunfortunately someone’s been telling you porkies, it was composed in the 1980’s

[@kasha1932]

Music is indeed a universal language! To watch and listen to the many, many nations playing this wonderful melody in perfect timing with sweet expression....TOGETHER makes my heart and soul simply love it and wish all notions could harmonize together as this band is doing here! GOD BLESS THEM ALL! Thank you You Tube!

[@marcoorsolini2807]

Every time I listen to this tune, it moves me deeply. It makes me feel the quintessence of proudness of the Scots.

[@Shade878]

I've never heard this in my life up until a few weeks ago. My grandma recently passed away and wanted this song played at her funeral. It was one of her favourites. I have listened to it everyday since. She meant everything to me.

[@Marcelino1098]

1:24 and 2:39 always get's to me. Tears or goosebumps or both. So beautiful. I remember hearing this song for the first time 13 or 14 years ago at a ww2 memorial of Operation Market Garden. I was walking in the field while they played this and i saw the veterans standing there. It was such a beautiful and emotional thing to see. Will never forget that moment.

[@walterrhoads6410]

Since I first viewed this I’ve got to watch it every day!! Gives me goosebumps every time!! I live in Colorado but I’m so proud of my heritage!! God Bless Britain!!!

[@oneeighthundredpranking2123]

When I hear the first 10 notes, I'm Hooked, Its a song that can bring you up from you knees and back down. Its the kind of music that sends shivers down your spine and gives you goose bumps on your arms. It can make you Happy when you sad and sad when you happy. This Is music at its finest.

[@10101047]

A very touching piece. God Bless all our soldiers, especially the Fallen. Your sacrifice is never forgotton. You are all heroes.

[@hugglebear69]

Hi Matt! This is a beautiful piece and trust me, even more so when you're in the middle of a massed bands, playing it. The energy and emotion is palpable. Unfortunately the sacrifice you write of, is forgotten.... Continually. Soldiers continue to die all over the World, from all nations, and for what? "For FREEDOM"!!! I hear you cry. Whose? Yours, mine, the Muslims, the Chinese??? There is no honor here, no sacrifice.... Only a waste of human life in the name of such. (My apologies, I'm just an old man reliving old forgotten memories)

[@10101047]

@@hugglebear69 hi Malcolm I can only imagine what the atmosphere must be like 8n the middle of it and playing. As you say, a tragic waste of life for all those who made the ultimate sacrifice and of course all the family and friends affected. May they all RiP. Happ Chritsmas fella and all the best for 2022.

[@markdickson6301]

Being a Scot! I salute Ulrich Roever. The tune always give me shivers down my spine and tears. This is a piece that is It on par with Loch Lomond (for me anyway)

[@catiemacdonald9636]

I have too many renditions of this on my playlist. Both songs you mentioned are on the top of my list

[@inextinguishable]

Listening to this tune we (non-Scots) all find a Scot in each one of us. Lovely.

[@yachoobful]

And it was composed by an Englishman!

[@vonzahnstein]

@@yachoobful Ulrich Roever was and Michael Korb is a german...

[@peterg644]

@@yachoobful germans actually

[@jeanjacquesLOZES]

@@peterg644 LA MUSIQUE est le seul language universel

[@buchan448]

@@jeanjacquesLOZES dont speak your language but it think you said music is universal if so i agree . greetings form scotland

[@milanike]

This song gives me chills every time. How can you dislike something like this?

[@Peter-tu1qp]

So powerful an beautifull. It BRI vs me to tears each time I hear it as came access on by mistake and so glad I did. This is being played at my funeral. The young lad was ecxellent from start 2 finish. Well done and "Thank You" 4 sharing it.

[@kasha1932]

This conductor is doing a great job keeping all nations together in their playing of this great tune, and I just noticed that the 10 year old boy drummer is playing his drummer beautifully right in front of the conductor...So GREAT is THIS I can hardly stand it! Thanks to Winnie 9212 and You Tube!

[@pauls7056]

I love watching this piece. Well done to the young drummer boy who started it off.....played it through and ended it too! So professional.

[@jessieharman4121]

highland cathedral what a beautiful song. I waked down the aisle at my wedding to this absolutely beautiful.

[@roycedickinson3152]

Absolutely amazing. Discovered this masterpiece recently and I could watch/listen over and over again, which I do frequently. It's gone to No 1 in my all time favourites.

[@BarneyBK17]

When I first heard this "scotish anthem" I thougt, it was a very old folk-theme from the highlands. How surprised I was, when I discovered, that it was composed, arranged and produced by two german musicians/producers in 1982: Uli Roever and Michael Korb But don't be dissapoint about that. Everytime I hear this theme, I feel a little bit like William Wallace....absolutely great!!!

[@MrsSmudger1]

Gets right under your skin....so powerful. I love it

[@elizabethvanzyl6686]

I am a South African and Highland Cathedral is my favourite music piece. I love it, because it touches my soul!

[@jamesmercer9253]

Gets me choked up every time. Thanks to the Germans who wrote this for us. Absolutely beautiful

[@al-tp4zb]

James Mercer Agree James. Played at my aunty's funeral recently.

[@ballochdubh]

+James Mercer Aye James And it chokes me to, they need to write a lot of music to pay my family back. For they are laid in France and Belgium.And I like many will never forgive them.

[@TheSahngar]

+ballochdubh after 70 years it might be time to move on

[@ballochdubh]

I am certain it will all be gone with my generation James,I do hope so.

[@user-yu1yz6qk1g]

like Culloden

[@dieselheart001]

"Greater love has no man shown, than he who lays down his life for another." Thank you- all of you, who, in the defense of all we hold dear, paid the dearest price- your life! May the tomorrows you bought for us be not spent in vain but held more precious than all the riches this world can offer, and used to the full that your sacrifices may be honored by the fruits they bear. Rest serenely in the silent memory of the Heavenly Father, never to be forgotten! DZL

[@stanman72i]

The first time I heard this tune, it was a piper and an organ. I got chills. And do so every time I hear it since then.

[@RussellKeatsRivas]

When you get past race, gender, social status, and all other classifications of our human species, you learn to appreciate anything and everything; including music, such as this!!! ❤️❤️

[@Thesachins747]

well said !!

[@02887727356]

havent heard it put so eloquently thank you

[@glenns1955]

If this music doesn't stir you , you have no pulse !

[@_wattsy_4461]

Da fuck did that come from?... virtue signal much

[@ianallan318]

@@02887727356 Read Robert Burns words in A Mans a Man For a That,Kofi Annan quoted him

[@rogergoris4241]

every time i hear this amazing tune it sends shivers down my spine , as it was played at a friends funeral

[@Zuki-Bee]

i can't even remember the last time i heard this but it was back when i was in air cadets at an intermediate marching band course i got to participate in something like this and hearing it in person was so damn magical, i'll never forget the feeling of all the bands playing as one, i wish i could go back and relive that moment... gods im 24 and i sound like some old geezer trying to remember the "good ol'days" this performance right here is the perfect definition of the quote: "one band, one sound" I am no longer in cadets and im not part of any military force but i'd still gladly salute

[@glasswizzard]

Thank you to the Composers, A very big thank you to each and every one of the Musicians, thank you Captain Bamler for such marvelous time keeping, and most of all a MASSIVE THANKYOU to Winnie for posting this very powerful,stirring,but yet comforting piece of musical brilliance!

[@kenrodger]

This has got to be the best version of this fantastic tune that I have ever heard, what an arrangement!!Very well done to all involved!!

[@bernadettenewsham8916]

This is such a beautiful moving piece of music. It never fails to move me.

[@stuartongley7731]

Even now, 1 year later, this tune still brings tears to my eyes, to all who like this tune, may you have many happy years and birthdays wherever you are.

[@jenniferdow1298]

In tears every time it’s played 😢

[@IainB1511]

My father has just passed away and I HAD to come and listen to this. the piece here as it encompasses musicians from around the world playing a piece of music written by Germans in tribute to my fathers (and my own)country of birth. Something my dad taught me at an early age, love all. He also loved Robert Burn's quote 'for a' that and a'that men the world ower shall brithers be for a'that. RIP Dad I love you and am so glad your suffering is over.

[@tombrydson781]

IainB1511 we are all jock ta

[@tombrydson781]

We are all jock thamsons bairns

[@millyairth1692]

I don't think I am a lone Scot in wanting this as our national anthem. To say a big thank you to the two Germans who gifted us this wonderful song. I hope one day Scotland will return to the Eu as an independent nation and to have this played as our national anthem would show our love of being a European nation.

[@pigsley]

Wonderful. I absolutely agree with you.

[@RJK-oi3vr]

Iam german and i believe in scots!!

[@ytcy11]

I am sorry I am a little lost here. I am from East Asia. This piece of music is not bad but I don't see that it is great. Why wouldn't you want a better piece to be your national anthem?

[@coastie378]

I am a Yank and just heard tis for the first time the other day. It was posted on a FB Page that is centered on Glasgow. I somehow found my way over there some time ago through a Scot friend who happens to live in Wales now. I do have a connection to Scotland though. Someone a I met some 9 years ago. Oddly enough, When i first heard this, the national Anthem Came to mind. I have heard that it was Flower of Scotland and then heard it was unofficially Flower of Scotland which is also a very nice song. When this was posted, they didn't post the name of the song, but when I asked, someone was kind enough to tell me.

[@bobmcl3019]

Absolutely it's iconic and so inspiring XX

[@elainemac1]

Maybe this was played when Hong Kong was part of the UK, I am from the Highlands of Scotland and I have heard this played (with pride) all over the world xx

[@Pik871229]

Yes We do!!! One of the Themes for the Royal Hong Kong Police Force... Miss the old time....

[@matthewlo55]

Good job! This proved the pride of Hong Kong! Welcome if you come to Hong Kong again!

[@alexfungalexfung2346]

They still play this one very occasionally ! We like it still!

[@jerryshriver7495]

It deserves to be played all over the world. It is absolutely beautiful. I'm from the US.

[@alexfungalexfung2346]

Great Tune and Splendid Sound！ Play on！

[@elizajohnston9568]

This was played at my parents wedding, and I hope it will be played at mine. This is my favorite pipes song, and in my top 10 all-time favorite songs

[@fire5736]

I absolutely love this. So much emotion and a sense of longing for Scotland. Highland Cathedral, my heart, my home.

[@nathanbarnes8535]

Couldn't have said it any better.

[@barbaraogundele]

☺

[@HK_Nation]

+Alex Crane Love it how I feel the same as you when listening to this, but my home is not Scotland, it's Hong Kong, on the other side of the world. Hong Kong and Scotland have an extremely long relationship dating back almost 200 years and Highland Cathedral is something we cherish.

[@111Sylvester]

According to Wikipedia, the tune was the Royal Hong Kong Police Anthem under British rule and was composed by Germans. But it would be lovely anthem for Scotland.

[@kered2gainforrd-jones144]

Beautiful and warm piece of music always brings a llump in my throat this was played at my son's funeral I think about every time I hear it

[@kenttsang5748]

It was a emotional moment when that song play in the final day of Governor House in Hong Kong for the final day of British in Hong Kong at 30 June 1997, the Governor farewell for his last moment and say goodbye to all. That moment was stand still, nothing can stop the happens, it was almost 23 years ago.

[@Mojosbigstick]

That brought a lump to my throat. What a beautiful performance..

[@sylviemareschal3166]

Juste magnifique... j'ai les larmes aux yeux à chaque fois que je l'écoute 😢😢❤❤❤ à mon papa je pense qu'il l'aurait adoré

[@medhist2006]

This was played at my mothers graveside. Beautiful. Rest in peace mom.

[@alemar1122]

this video in particular never fails to bring a tear to my eye

[@Ballroom999]

Heard this in Ypres on the eve of Remembrance Sunday. They started at Menin Gate and marched down into the square. I will admit, hearing this and watching the band and following servicemen march behind, it got me all emotional. This song needs to be heard over and over again!

[@ehteshamkhan7687]

Very high quality music.Soothing for the soul.

[@markcorry878]

I heard this played at the 2006 Edinburgh Military Tattoo by the Massed bands during the finale. I burst into tears as it was my first time in the UK and seeing places where my Father had lived and my ancestors before me but also my Nana had passed away the year before.

[@whiskeygolfecho]

I can visualize this being played in Heaven...and thank God for my Scottish heritage!

[@patrick5783]

I was 10 when my father showed me this piece of art and the „little drummer“. I’m 26 now and still have to shed a tear when hearing this masterpiece. I wonder what the little boy is doing now

[@rayalewster]

Enjoyed the Asian ladies blowing on the bagpipes and stroking the drums. Melody composed by two Germans for the Scots/UK. Truly international. This conductor really give the melody an. Oooomph. 5/2/2019

[@claudinedevienne6648]

Musique génial cela est la final une merveilles génial écouter des heures entières j'adore merci à vous tous

[@nebbishscot2602]

a very emotional piece, it should be Scotland's national anthem.

[@vanessaparker6232]

You would either have to be a very brave man or a bit crazy to try and replace Flower of Scottland. I do believe you might irritate a few Scott's.

[@ThePict]

@@vanessaparker6232 Its scots and no you will find some scots like me are open to a change from Flower of Scotland which is dire

[@slobama]

I don't think Scotland would want a national anthem written by a German.

[@murdothescottie]

@@slobama Why ever not! We want very much to remain a part of Europe and its union. I think Scotland having this as its national anthem would be a lovely gesture. A thank you.

[@pigsley]

Totally agree. Better than dire rubbish Flower of Scotland. Utter dirge.

[@Sherriedc]

I cry every time I hearthis ....it’s such a moving piece of music!

[@bighassan]

So beautiful - will always remind me of my son's wedding blessing in Belfast.

[@bonnieguerra6300]

Absolutely beautiful

[@ruthsteers297]

I'm a non scot but this is absolutely beautiful it brings tears to my eyes 👀😢♥

[@bonnieguerra6300]

Good morning I never get tired of watching this video tears of my grandparents gone and thier love for me

[@humptydutchguy]

Love this song although it always makes me cry.... When my time has come, my wish is they will play this.

[@MrAussierocker]

My grandfather was a member of the 7th Scots Dragoon Guard. I never met him as he died before I was born but I am still proud of my heritage. One day I want to see this amazing country they call Scotland. Oh yes. I was born in Australia and will fight for my country till every drop of my blood has soaked into the Australian soil. But I still want to see my grandfather's land too.

[@saskatoondave]

I love Highland Cathedral and this is one of the best and most emotive renditions I've ever heard. Thank you so very much.

[@love4musicnart]

This is memories lane for me. This was my song with bag pipes walking down the wedding aisle on August 2, 2003. I chose it because my mom is Scottish and my husband's father is Irish. It was joining the 2 together. It was perfect!! Love the song :)

[@MsTweetie]

One of the most beautiful pieces of music I have ever heard!! Magnifico!!

[@bigdmac33]

Without doubt, the finest and most impressive rendering of Highland Cathedral.

[@misslottiexox]

If there was a 'Love' button, I would hit it! I LOVE THIS SONG, it makes me cry every time :')

[@marysegodiveau5683]

Me too!

[@johnmercury2272]

There's something about the pipes that stirs the soul, a truly beautiful piece.

[@youtube-arjan]

yeah, i want one; just to make my neighbours cry and my cat.

[@manuelacoelloJaneEyre]

I LOVE SCOTLAND FOREVER from Spain, come back to the UE please,we're waiting for you Scotland

[@SingingTimberwolf]

Stumbled across this instrumental song back in 2011. I still Love It as much as I did a decade ago! :-)

[@kev6409]

This is really beautiful..... a lovely blend of horns and pipes.

[@francesaldridge6372]

Thank you Winnie9212 for uploading this. It is the very best version and I just love it and listen often!

[@carolmlchan]

每一次聽都有一種莫名的感動，如能置身其中更是不枉此生！

[@rec0166]

As a Filipino, I feel like standing at the summit of a mountain, watching sunrise while listening to this music. ❤

[@tuks5]

I want this piece of beauty to be played at my funeral - its so beautiful and sad at the same time I love it =)

[@flenithganthry]

brings me to tears and it was just my husband who was a Mackay from the very north of Scotland - I am from Irish descent...but we are all Celts - and it resonates with me as well as with our children

[@albertcooke7355]

Love this piece of music.

[@FlyingFriarZim]

This is absolutely amazing..... the haunting sound of this tune makes me tremble and sends shivers up my spine every time i hear it.

[@audreymartin2012]

So beautiful...so proud to be Scottish 👍👍💙❤🙏🙌🙌👌👌

[@raylew9937]

1-25-2021 -- I am amused by the Asian ladies in kilts playing the bagpipes. Amazing!!!

[@arthuradams1903]

My daughter teaches Scottish Highland dancing and a number of her pupils are Chinese.

[@shyamgeorge6909]

Gorgeous Music Love from Kerala India.

[@hansmasschelein]

Great music and great performance. I discovered this music during some Highland Games activities in my town in Belgium. Gives you goosebumps.

[@JohanLebbing]

Tremendous and amazing at the same time. Sheer goosebumps.

[@ferddes]

Johan Lebbing c’est vrai c’est de la bonne musique

[@PinkiePieJr]

Wow. I don't know how to describe how beautiful of a song that is. So glad I found this.

[@persyphanny]

Simply amazing. That's all I can say

[@vaclavkrocek9815]

Melodie je nádherná. To má spád. Je to skutečná nádhera. Bravo...........

[@bobmcl3019]

This has got to be the best version on youtube :-)

[@kalamere]

That little boy at the beginning gets me every time

[@23Fergus]

I truely love this piece of music. My eyes swell with tears as my heart swells with pride. There couldn't have been a dry eye in the house! Very proud to be a Scot!

[@MrMcCorby]

" Highland Cathedral " wurde 1982 von den Musikern Uli Roever und Michael Korb komponiert.

[@janwalker8224]

Highland Cathedral was played at my son's wedding on the pipes by two friends and by our church's organist. The most beautiful tune ever!

[@ruthsteers8990]

Absolutely beautiful i chocked up listening to this

[@lienkaventer5879]

I love this touching presentation! Many thanks Winnie for this one and all the others that you have made available to us. Simply fantastic to see so many different faces...all with one thing in mind and that is to make fantastic music!! Great!! Much appreciated !!