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June 18, 1972

Willie MacDonald, Inverness, wins piobaireachd at Inveraray.

Apex of piping . . .

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THE POLICE PIPE BAND TRIVIA CHALLENGE!

Test your knowledge of the rich history of competitive police pipe band around the world!

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When competing, play to your strengths, not your weaknesses. It's useless to play 'Susan MacLeod' if you are not able to make strong clear darados. Steer clear of the 'Atholl Cummers' if you can't make F doublings. Concentrate on tunes that allow you to show off the best of your finger technique.

Colin MacLellan, Edinburgh