Comhairle nan Eilean Siar are currently recruiting for an apprentice pipe band drumming instructor.
The 3 year post, which is supported largely from funding by Scottish Schools Pipes & Drums Trust, Muaithebhal Community Windfarm Trust, Urras Oighreachd Ghabhsainn and Horshader Community Development, will allow for the development of a drum core to support the Lewis & Harris Youth Pipe Band.
The successful applicant will provide quality pipe band drumming tuition to assigned pupils in selected schools in Lewis & Harris and contribute to the Instrumental Music Service in relation to pupils, parents, staff and schools as well as working in partnership with the LHYPB.
Full details of the job and how to apply can be found here:
The band, which currently has a membership of around 28 pipers and 1 drummer, have performed at many local events including the Dileab concert in Stornoway last year (title photo), which featured local bands Face the West, The tumbling Souls and headliners Skippinish alongside musicians and singers from schools in Lewis & Harris.
The band also took part in a concert in September 2019 which was the culmination of a 3 day visit by the bands of the Royal Regiment of Scotland. A video of their performance can be seen below and the full playlist from the concert can be viewed here Royal Regiment of Scotland concert September 2019
