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Finding Harmony in Obstacles
As members of a pipe band, we often encounter obstacles seeming to stand in the way of our performance. Whether it's mastering a complex...

Wake and District
May 6, 20242 min read
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Solace and Solemnity.
In moments of grief and loss, tradition becomes a source of solace and solemnity. For those who serve in public safety, whether as police...

Wake and District
May 3, 20242 min read
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March to the Beat!
Are you ready to march to the beat of your own drum? Look no further! The Wake and District Pipe Band is on the lookout for passionate...

Wake and District
Apr 27, 20242 min read
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Love and Pipe Band: Raleigh
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wake and District Pipe Band to Star in Love and Hip Hop: Raleigh Spinoff RALEIGH, NC — April 1, 2024 — In a...

Wake and District
Apr 1, 20242 min read
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History of Kilts worn in battle.
There is no documentation for the kilts we know today before 1575. There are many kilt like clothing that is worn with armour, like that...

Wake and District
Jan 23, 20245 min read
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Good endings lead to good beginnings.
The Wake and District Pipe Band recently convened for its annual general meeting on January 8, 2024, with over 50 members participating...

Wake and District
Jan 10, 20242 min read
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A fashion-forward future in 2024.
As we bid adieu to 2022, the Wake and District Pipe Band embarked on a transformative journey in 2023, marked by memorable experiences,...

Wake and District
Dec 28, 20233 min read
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Showing up.
The statement "One of the hardest things we have to deal with in our lives is showing up when we don't want to" captures a fundamental...

Wake and District
Dec 10, 20232 min read
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Difficult Decisions.
Dealing with band members who consistently fail to show up to rehearsals, don't know the music, and neglect their instruments can be...

Wake and District
Oct 24, 20232 min read
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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,...

Wake and District
Oct 10, 20232 min read
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Principles.
We show up. We do the work. We get the results. It's not that complicated. Lets delve deeper into the significance of this statement for...

Wake and District
Aug 28, 20232 min read
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Move forward as one.
In pipe band, there exists a synergy that comes to life when musicians unite to create breathtaking melodies. Like the rhythmic beating...

Wake and District
Jul 23, 20232 min read
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Farewell, but not goodbye!
As we approach August, we have some bittersweet news to share with all of you. An incredibly talented member, David Donachie, is...

Wake and District
Jul 18, 20231 min read
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Embrace the Responsibility.
Today, we want to talk about something that lies at the core of our musical journey and passion—the responsibility we carry as members of...

Wake and District
Jul 17, 20233 min read
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Common Ground.
Throughout the years, the Wake and District Public Safety Foundation (Pipe Band) has cultivated a culture of respect, excellence,...

Wake and District
Jun 23, 20233 min read
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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,...

Wake and District
Apr 24, 20232 min read
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Instruments of War.
Bud Hansen leads a group of USMC pipers with his drum, June 16th 1943. Northern Ireland There are various accounts of how the US Marines...

Wake and District
Apr 18, 20234 min read
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Serve the Moment.
Some pipers and drummers believe they deserve the respect of the public and their peers just because they have a kilt. These musicians...

Wake and District
Mar 26, 20231 min read
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From soup to nuts.
When you can no longer think of a reason to continue, you must think of a reason to start over. There’s a big difference between giving...

Wake and District
Jan 22, 20233 min read
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Think like a farmer.
Hey, pipe bands - think like a farmer. Grow your people with care and patience and always know that there will be good seasons and bad...

Wake and District
Jan 18, 20233 min read
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