The Pipe Major is the director of
bagpipe music in a
Scottish or
Irish pipe band. Like
Drum Major, the position of Pipe Major is derived from
British Army traditions. As in the case of Drum Major, the Pipe Major is a prestigious position in any Scottish
regiment.Whether it is a civilian or military pipe band, the Pipe Major is generally responsible for the following:Band administrative workSelection, compilation and arrangement of tunes for the band's repertoireActing as a musical director and leading band rehearsalsCo-ordination of the band's performance scheduleConducting and arranging for solo performance at weddings, funerals, dinners, etc.Training learning and beginning pipers
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