For Everyone

Piping and Drum lessons are free.

Come and join us to be part of a group that celebrates the great highland bagpipe and marching drums. You don’t have to be Scottish or from Castlemaine – if you want to share this special musical tradition – you are welcome.

For Juniors

Boys and girls from about the age of five can start in the Drum Corp. They can graduate as senior drummers or move to the Piping Corp depending on their preferences and as their musical skills develop.

With the approval of the tutor from around the age of eight boys and girls can choose either the drums or the pipes, though some pipers may need to wait for their hands to grow. All of our skilled tutors possess current Working with Children Cards.

For Adults

Learn drums or pipes. You don’t have to read music, you don’t need to have played an instrument before, you don’t need to have marched previously. We offer free instruction in it all.

On the other hand, if you are an experienced musician, you will find a pipe band a great treat. We have an unique repertoire, disciplined performances and community commitment.

Piping & Drumming

If you are interested in learning to play either the great highland bagpipes, the side drum, tenor drum or bass drum, we offer skilled tuition. Please contact us . Alternatively, if you are interested in starting lessons or have any questions, please call Pipe Major Bob CUMMING on 0418 178 747.

The initial costs involved in learning are:

• Annual band membership is $15 per person or $30 for a family.
• Initially Drumsticks, practice pads and Practice Chanters are on loan from the band. Most students prefer to purchase their own. A good quality Practice Chanter will cost from about $120 upwards and will last you, your whole piping career.

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