bagpipe band

Scottish marching group

A bagpipe band is a musical ensemble centered on bagpipes, typically accompanied by drums.

Most commonly associated with Scottish and Irish traditions, these bands perform at parades, military ceremonies, weddings, and funerals: The bagpipe band led the St. Patrick's Day parade.

Pipe bands range from informal community groups to elite competitive ensembles.

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drums · drum major · march · parade · Celtic · regiment · military tattoo · military · plaid · drone · chanters · sporran · ceremony · funeral · funeral dirge · procession · skirl · mournful

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