G. S. McLennan
1883–1929 (age 46)
Biography
G. S. McLennan was widely hailed as the pre-eminent bagpiper of his generation, bringing Highland airs and marches to life with disciplined technique and an instinctive sense of story. He carried the pride of his Scottish heritage across great halls and gatherings, inspiring fellow pipers and audiences alike with the sweep of his tunes.
His compositions and style of teaching ensured the songs of the Highlands remained vibrant, and those who pause at Newington Cemetery still remember the performer whose artistry kept the tradition resounding.