The Carrigaline Pipe BandWorld War Two cast its shadow over Europe, and in Ireland, preparations for defense were paramount. The sounds of the pipes resonated through Carrigaline, marking the start of an enduring tradition. This blog post explores the rich...
The St. Laurence O'Toole Pipe BandFounded in 1910, the St. Laurence O'Toole Pipe Band from Dublin boasts a rich and resilient history. The band was born from a meeting organised by the St. Laurence O'Toole Gaelic Athletic Association Club at...
The Ringaskiddy and District Pipe Band The Ringaskiddy Pipe Band, founded in 1984, stands as a cherished part of Ringaskiddy’s cultural heritage. This village, located on the bustling port of Cork, transitioned from a quiet fishing village to a...
25 Years of the Tonragee Pipe BandIn Achill Island, County Mayo, there’s a fantastic music group called the Tonragee Pipe Band. They started playing music together in 1999 and just celebrated their 25th anniversary in Tonragee Pipe Band celebrating 25...
The Fintan Lalor Pipe BandThe Fintan Lalor Pipe Band, originating from Dublin, Ireland, has a long and illustrious history deeply intertwined with both musical excellence and significant cultural movements. Fintan Lalor Pipe Band marching in 1952 Early BeginningsFounded in 1913,...
The Middleton Pipe Band (LDF - Local Defence Force)The Middleton Pipe Band (LDF) may no longer be active, but its legacy continues to resonate within the hearts of the Middleton community. With origins dating back over a century, this band...
The Killarney Pipers Band Killarney Pipers Band in Muckross House, Killarney. Killarney's rich musical heritage owes much to the strong sounds of the Killarney Pipers Band. Active during the ante-bellum period, this band blended modern conservatism with traditional music...
St. Kevin’s Pipe Band: Reviving Bray’s Bagpiping Tradition Originally established in 1912, St. Kevin’s Pipe Band disbanded in the mid-1990s after the death of its long-time leader, Billy Brierton. The band's absence left a noticeable gap in Bray's cultural...
