Lessons

Interested in learning how to play the pipes or drums? Why don't you let us help you? The Band offers instructioin in the Great Highland Bagpipe, Snare, Tenor and Bass drumming. Beginner lessons are provided free of charge with a modest up front cost as detailed below.

Bagpipes - Students will be expected to purchase a practice chanter and tutor book at a cost of about $150. The College of Piping Bagpipe Tutor Book - Volume 1 (Green Book) is available for purchase from Highland Suppliers and a Pipe Tune Book will be provided to you by the Band. The Tutor Book will be referenced during instruction and the Pipe Tune Book as you progress and participate in weekly band practices.

Drums - Students will be expected to purchase a practice pad and drum sticks at a cost of about $100. Instructional material will be will be provided to you by the Band.
 

Instrument - As the student progresses and upon the advice of their Instructor, students shall be expected to purchase their own instrument (bagpipes / drum). The instructor shall be available to assist in the selection of an appropriate instrument.