Royal High Pipe Band

We are delighted to announce we are back up & running with our Pipe Band practices under the direction of Pipe Major Chris Dorman. Practices will be on a Thursday evening at the Royal High School. Hear more by emailing us on info.royalhighpipeband@gmail.com Any school welcome.

If any of our former (or current) members have any kit from the band, could you drop us a wee message on info.royalhighpipeband@gmail.com! We will update here soon with more exciting news about the band!

All has been a little quiet here from us as we have been working on getting our band back up and running! As we prepare for our new Pipe Major taking over we are getting everything in order! 1/2

Thanks to all who came along on Tuesday! If you didn't manage and want to find out more please email us on info.royalhighpipeband@gmail.com

The band also take great pleasure in performing at local and international events, with our most recent performance being on the fantastic Usher Hall stage with the Red Hot Chilli Pipers. /7 end

We are recruiting a pipe major to lead & support the continuing development of the Royal High Pipe Band We welcome questions at info.royalhighpipeband@gmail.com If you would like to apply, email us with your CV & details of why you are interested in the role. Closing date 31/7/23

We are a competing band, and currently have around 30 members ranging in age from 10- to 18-years-old. We have enjoyed success over the years, including placing 5th in Grade 4B at the World Pipe Band Championships in 2016. /6

The band The band was established as Davidson's Mains & District in 2012, & in 2018 the Grade 4A and Novice Juvenile Pipe Bands joined forces as the rebranded RHPB. We are based in North Edinburgh & are affiliated with The Royal High School, however membership is open to all /5

The new pipe major will have the opportunity to build a strong team around them, with the flexibility to appoint their own leading drummer. The pipe major will be supported going forward by the band committee. /4

We are looking for someone who is passionate about continuing the inclusive ethos of the band. RHPB has always been a place for young people to feel welcome and have fun, and we are seeking a pipe major who wishes to maintain this supportive environment. /3

The pipe major will be responsible for running weekly band practices, with the option to add another weekly session. They must also be committed to leading the band in future opportunities, including performances and competitions. /2

The band had the honour of leading the Davidson’s Mains Armistice Parade along Main Street on Sunday, Pipe Sergeant Izzy Webster played a beautiful lament as the wreaths were laid. This was a first for the band, a tradition we hope to continue for years to come. @Royal_High_Sch

Tuning up at the worlds!!

Another trip for the band! North Berwick and the Highland Ganes this week!

Great morning at the Scottish Pipe Band Championships!

Looking forward to being on stage with @scottishfiddle tonight! 🎻🎼🎶