Scott Methven is one of the most popular musicians on the planet. Known as the 15th Queen’s Piper since 1873, Scott Methven plays at royal occasions and public events. But his wife was diagnosed with cancer and he had to take time off to look after her.
However, he was able to play at various events and still maintain an endearing friendship with the monarch.
Scott Methven was born in Stirling and served in the army for over 25 years. His connection with the Queen dates back to the time Queen Victoria first heard bagpipe music during a visit to the Scottish Highlands.
Scott Methven has met many famous people over the years, including Tom Cruise, President Obama and the late Prime Minister David Cameron.
Profile Summary of Scott Methven:
Name: Scott Methven
Known as: The Queen’s personal piper
City: Thornhill, Scotland
Origin: United Kingdom
Occupation: Pipe Major/ Bagpipe Teacher
Works at: MilitaryPiping.com
• British Army (Full-time)
• Pipe Major at The Army School of Bagpipe and Highland Drumming (Apr 2013 – Mar 2015) at Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
-Training all Pipers and Drummers in the British ArmyTraining all Pipers and Drummers in the British Army
• Pipe Major The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders (5Scots)Pipe Major The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders (5Scots) from Aug 2011 – Jun 2013 at Canterbury, Kent
- Infantry Battalion, 16 Air Assault Brigade (Fire Support Group)
Queen Elizabeth III bred horses for the Royal Family. More than 25 horses were trained at the royal stables for every season, with many of them winning more than 1,600 races. The Queen was often pictured riding horses at Windsor, Sandringham and Balmoral.
She was also given a horse by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police in 1969, named Burmese. She wore it to Trooping the Colour for the next 18 years.
Queen Elizabeth has a close relationship with her children and grandchildren. The Queen’s Piper was a close friend of her family and the Queen’s personal friend.
Despite the fact that she is a public figure, she’s never been known to wear her heart on her sleeve.
Queen Elizabeth escorted James Bond to the 2012 London Olympics. However, the Queen is spending more time at home.
And she doesn’t need license plates. She has all the driving licenses in her name. But this isn’t the end of her royal visits.
She’s also planning on attending the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Glasgow, Scotland in November.
The post of Master of the Queen’s Music doesn’t have set responsibilities, but they are often entrusted with important tasks. A Master of the Queen’s Music may compose for state and royal occasions. Judith Weir currently holds the position.
The first Master of the Queen’s Music, Nicholas Lanier, was appointed by Charles I in 1626. Lanier’s primary duty was to look after the monarch’s private band. The post has been held by twenty people in its history.
