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Pipes and Drums
Learning the Bagpipes
Whether an experienced piper or someone who can barely read music, the 79th Highlander's Pipes and Drum Band is open to everyone. As a learning band we welcome all who are interested in learning. The band meets most Sundays from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Kiowa Masonic Lodge 304 Pawnee St. Kiowa, CO 80117. Lessons focus on the fundamentals of playing bagpipes along with learning the core tunes, drill and ceremony.
Core Tunes:
- Amazing Grace
- The Brown Hair Maiden
- The Weary Maid
- Minstrel Boy
- Scotland the Brave
- The Green Hills of Tyrol
- When the Battles Over
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The sounds of the Highlands at a mile above sea level
Pipes and Drum Band
The 79th boasts a learning pipes and drum band that performs at a variety of events in the Colorado area, to include the Colorado Springs St. Patrick's Day Parade and the Elizabeth Celtic Festival. The Band is available for events, please contact us for availability and pricing.
Meet the Staff
Pipe Major
Pipe Sergeant
Pipe Sergeant
Jim DeGeorge III currently serve as the pipe major. Additionally, Mr. DeGeorge is the State Bagpiper for Colorado
Pipe Sergeant
Pipe Sergeant
Pipe Sergeant
John Kummer is the Piper Sergeant for band and assists in the instruction of beginning pipers
Drum Major
Drum Sergeant
Drum Sergeant
Jim Campbell is a founding member of the 79th Highlanders
Drum Sergeant
Drum Sergeant
Drum Sergeant
Position is currently vacant