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October 22, 2024

Sources: ANAPBA shelves RSPBA re-grading letter initiative

According to several sources close to the matter, the Alliance of North American Pipe Band Associations (ANAPBA) has shelved the letter of concern that it had allegedly planned to send to the Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association (RSPBA) regarding the latter’s propensity to re-grade North American bands. In late...
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October 15, 2024
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October 11, 2024
Kincardine Scottish Festival expresses “non-confidence” in PPBSO
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October 11, 2024

PPBSO members approve new bylaws

One-hundred-twenty-eight members – approximately 12% of the reported 1,100 total membership – of the Pipers &...
News
October 9, 2024

RSPBA likely bringing Grade 2 to World’s Friday in 2025

The Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association’s Music Board is reportedly recommending that the Friday of the 2025...
Editorial
October 9, 2024

(Opinion) A potential solution for PPBSO members

As a member of the PPBSO, you have the right to actively participate in this meeting and use the tools available to...
Editorial
October 8, 2024

(Opinion) An Open Letter to PPBSO members: Attend your October 10th meeting to reject the new and problematic bylaws proposed by the PPBSO board

Under the premise of a straightforward adoption of bureaucratic changes in order for the PPBSO to be legally compliant...
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June 30, 2012
2012 British Champions: Field Marshal Montgomery
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