Celebrating 60 years, established in 1964.
About our Pipe Band
The Lathallan School Pipe Band has a long and distinguished history. It was first established in 1964 and over the last 60 years, we’ve seen hundreds of pupils picking up pipes and drums, many of whom build their skills and repertoire to join the band.
If you’re an Old Lathallian reading this, you’ll probably remember pipe tunes travelling through the air around Brotherton Castle or you might have been a key member of the band while at school.
We are proud to share that currently a quarter of our school roll, both juniors and seniors, participate in piping and drumming tuition.
Community
Our pipe band is not just a gathering of talented musicians, but a tight-knit community that fosters friendship, teamwork, and personal growth. Through the power of Lathallan School Pipe Band, our students learn discipline, perseverance, and the joy of performing together.
60th Anniversary Celebrations
As part of the 60th-anniversary celebrations, Lathallan School is excited to announce a grand reunion event scheduled for 27th June 2024. This special occasion aims to bring together pipers and drummers from past years at Lathallan School, fostering a sense of camaraderie and nostalgia among the band’s alumni. The reunion promises to be a joyous gathering, filled with shared memories, music, and the opportunity to reconnect with old friends.
Event Schedule:
2-4pm Drumming & Piping Workshop (open to current Lathallan Pipe Band members and Old Lathallians)
4-4.30pm Break
4.30-6pm 1.5 miles Minibus to graveyard to Honour PM Harry Stott and then to Johnshaven to play at Harbour/ Square (Old Lathallians and current senior school pupils of Lathallan School Pipe Band)
6pm Welcome drinks and Canapés in the Marquee
7pm Informal Dinner /Buffet
7.45pm Performance from Pipe Band
8.30pm Ceilidh
11.30pm Carriages
The Drumming & Piping Workshop:
The workshop will comprise sessions on both practice chanters and pipes. Rest assured, there will be a dedicated ‘Bagpipe Clinic’ during the workshop, where we’ll ensure the instruments are in top-notch condition. The focus will be on tunes common to everyone and the two new ones listed below.
The Tunes the Band play:
2/4’s
The Barnyards of Delgaty
The Brown Haired Maiden
Corriechoillies’s welcome
The Weary Maid
3/4’s
The Green Hills of Tyrol
When the Battle is Over
I See Mull, Land of my Youth
4/4’s
Scotland the Brave
MacPherson’s Rant
Rowantree
Bonnie Gallawa’
New Tunes
Drum Major
Jock Clarke of Brechin
Piper Harry Stott
KOSB
Dress Code: Dress for the graveyard to Honour PM Harry Stott and the performance at Johnshaven Harbour should be Highland day wear (if you have it). The evening ceilidh will be casual so kilts or a touch of tartan.
Parking: available at Lathallan School
Ticket pricing: £30 Adult Ticket | No cost for Lathallan School Pipe Band Child Ticket
If you’d like to know more about the event, please email oldlathallians@lathallan.org.uk
Learn the Tunes
Our current piping instructor Mr John Nevans has composed two brand-new tunes for our pipers to play at the 60th Anniversary of our Pipe Band. You are very welcome to join in with these! We have provided the videos and sheet music below. Whether you are a seasoned piper playing regularly or a bit rusty on your instrument, these resources will help you learn and master the tunes in no time.
Both my children have been involved in the pipe band over the last 8 years, they have enjoyed so many experiences and competitions. New York was definitely one of their highlights.
