Hello everyone, here we are again at the start of a new season. This year is going to be a big one for the band, lots of places to go and thing to see. This year we have 17 paying "gigs" and a good number of volunteer engagements, so here we go for the month of March.
Last week we were at the yearly AOH fundraiser at Danial Webster Collage were we had a good showing of piper and drummers. The playing was good with thanks to Cindy and the practice we have been having at the Band practices. Withe strike in and stops right on the money. Thanks to every one that were there.
This Sunday March 6th there is again Band Practice at the PAL starting at 9:30am. At 11:00am we will be leaving for the Rochester Opera House for a school benefit. The uniform will be black polo shirts and the rest of your KiltKit. The meeting time will be at 1:00pm with us starting the show at 2:00pm. There will be plenty of parking at the back of the Opera house in front of the Rochester Police station.
March 11th there is a AOH fundraiser in Peabody MA. This is another volunteer engagement that will help us to get the world out about what we do.The seacoast Bus will be at Roy's at 4:00pm, Dover at 4:30. The AOH hall is across the street of the Bung-hole liquor store.
March 12th, We will be at the Elks Club in Dover NH. at 5:00pm
March 13th, Is the Worcester Ma. parade step off time is 12:00 so you will need to be there at 11:00am. I will get information about the Seacoast bust later. This is a pay performance.
March 17th is the not to be missed Dover Pub Crawl. Looks like we will have five and perhaps 6 places to play at this year. We start as always at the Dover Am. Legion post at 5:00pm.
March 27 is the Manchester Parade. Step off time is at 12:00 Noon so assemble time is set for 11:00am. This is a pay performance.
And speaking about paying performances. As you all know, next year we are going to Ireland and Scotland.This is thing that we have been working for some time. Ticket cost for band members are being picked up by the Band. However, the full ticket cost will only be paid for Band Members who take part in 13 out of the 17 paid parades and performances we have this season. Volunteer engagements on the other hand are just that, volunteer. Next year, as we will be leaving in October the required number will be less. Note that Miramichi counts as one parade/performance.
I thought that I would also toss in another you-tube clip on bagpipes. Computerized bag pipes. Sounds a little like Tom when he really gets going. It could work a bit on its ending.
Well that is all I have for now. If you have any questions. You can get answers at this Sundays Band practice.
Don't forget to live well and practice often.
Bob Stock
The Ancient Order of Hibernians Pipes and Drums Band's mission is to play the pipes and drums to the highest skill level possible. A high communal spirit, endless good times, and above all, the joys of achievement are the rewards of hours of dedicated practice.
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