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Wake and District
Oct 29, 20243 min read
The Art of Efficiency: Lessons from the Lazy Piper*
The concept of "The Art of Laziness" by Janne Kontala challenges traditional ideas about productivity, suggesting that efficiency and...
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Wake and District
Oct 20, 20244 min read
In the Wake of the Storm: Refocusing for 2025 and Beyond
We’ve come through many storms in 2023 and 2024—challenges that tested our resolve and unity. But now, in the wake of those storms...
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Wake and District
Oct 13, 20242 min read
Our Town and Our Time: Embracing the Moment in Our Band
In Thornton Wilder’s Our Town , the people of Grover’s Corners move through the stages of life—birth, love, work, and death—often without...
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Wake and District
Oct 13, 20242 min read
Great People Make a Great Band
In any pipe band, greatness isn't just measured by the number of trophies won or the tunes played with precision; it’s the collective...
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Wake and District
Oct 12, 20244 min read
The Importance of Climate…
In any organization, from businesses to sports teams and, yes, even pipe bands, the climate plays a pivotal role in shaping success. For...
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Wake and District
Oct 10, 20242 min read
Stop Practicing. Start Rehearsing.
Does your band have practice or rehearsal? And did you even realize that there is a difference between the two? The difference is huge,...
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Wake and District
Oct 7, 20243 min read
Kelsey Barry: A Trailblazer in Pipe Band Leadership
At Wake and District Pipe Band, we are proud to celebrate our members' achievements on and off the field, and today we want to highlight...
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Wake and District
Oct 6, 20244 min read
A Season Finale to Remember
The Scotland County Highland Games marked the final contest of our 2024 season, and it was a day full of both challenges and triumphs....
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Wake and District
Oct 4, 20241 min read
Coming Together as a Band
In pipe band, a group of individuals uniting to play as one can seem like a daunting challenge. It takes more than mastering your...
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Wake and District
Sep 30, 20243 min read
The Importance of Followership in Pipe Band
In the world of pipe bands, leadership is often the focus of attention. Pipe majors, drum sergeants, and section leaders carry the weight...
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Wake and District
Sep 30, 20241 min read
Maximizing Our Potential: A Reflection on Today's Practice
I just want to take a moment to say how impressed I was with the entire band today. Each of you brought your A-game, and it showed. When...
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Wake and District
Sep 28, 20242 min read
Excellence: A Path Both Polarizing and Inspiring
Excellence is often seen as the ultimate goal—a pursuit that inspires and drives individuals to rise above. Yet, in reality, excellence...
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Wake and District
Sep 28, 20242 min read
Be Stronger Than Any Excuse
In pipe band life, just like in life itself, we are constantly faced with choices between right and wrong. Sometimes the line between the...
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Wake and District
Sep 28, 20243 min read
The Priceless Value of Playing in a Pipe Band
There are some experiences in life that simply can’t be measured in dollars and cents. For those of us fortunate enough to be part of a...
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Wake and District
Sep 28, 20241 min read
Embracing the Struggle: The Path to Musical Success
In the world of pipe bands, it's easy to feel discouraged when you're struggling with your music. Whether it's mastering a challenging...
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Wake and District
Sep 25, 20242 min read
The Grace and Fight of Pipes and Drums
Music has a way of speaking to the soul, transcending words and uniting hearts through melody and rhythm. The Piano Guys, with their...
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Wake and District
Sep 23, 20241 min read
Diversity on Display in Laurinburg
We’re excited to share some local news, courtesy of an article from The Laurinburg Exchange , showcasing the latest addition to...
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Wake and District
Sep 23, 20242 min read
Looking for a New Challenge in 2025?
As we look toward the 2025 season, Wake and District Pipe Band is gearing up for another exciting year filled with opportunities for...
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Wake and District
Sep 17, 20242 min read
Kilted!
In the Wake and District Pipe Band, becoming a uniformed member – stepping into the circle, kilted and ready to play – is not just about...
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Wake and District
Sep 16, 20242 min read
Pipe Band is Life.
At first glance, a pipe band might seem like a group of musicians playing bagpipes and drums. But for those who are part of it, we know...
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