The Royal New Zealand Pipe Bands Association has unveiled plans for a new programme to develop drummers and drum teachers, aimed at easing a long-standing shortage in Grade 3 and 4 bands.
By Allister Macgregor • RNZPBA Executive Officer
The Board of the Royal New Zealand Pipe Bands Association is excited to announce a new initiative to address the ongoing shortage of quality drummers across our pipe band community, particularly in Grade 3 and 4 bands.
At the request of the Board, Mark Weir and Ross Levy, with assistance from Cameron Love, have developed a comprehensive programme designed to encourage, develop and support the next generation of pipe band drummers and their teachers.
They will present an outline of their proposed programme at an online “Teams” meeting on Sunday 22 November at 7.00 pm.
All interested members of our pipe band community are welcome. In particular, leading drummers, drum tutors, and musical leaders from all bands are strongly encouraged to attend and contribute.
This is an exciting opportunity to tackle a challenge faced by many New Zealand pipe bands for years. The Board is delighted to support this initiative and looks forward to you joining the “Teams” call to learn more about the programme.