Building upon the hugely successful Maitland Tattoo in 2022, and the 75th Anniversary of the Band’s creation, the City of Maitland Pipes and Drums Band with dozens of Pipe and Drums Bands from across New South Wales. The event will feature some of New South Wales and Australia’s most experienced and talented Piping and Drumming players. The day will also feature a large collection of classic and vintage cars and a variety of food and retail stores.
“We have been planning this event for nearly 18 months,” said the Band’s Secretary, Greg Queenan, “We have had great support from the City of Maitland Council, local residents and many local clubs, organisations and businesses.”
There a number of bands already confirmed to be competing for the crown of State Champion in their Grade, including the United Mine Workers Pipe Band, Knox Grammar School, Scots College, City of Blacktown Pipe Band, NSW Police Pipe Band, Tamworth District Pipe Band and of course, the City of Maitland Pipes and Drums Band who will be the duty band on the day. A number of other bands have verbally confirmed their attendance – City of Newcastle RSL Pipe Band, Governor Macquarie Pipe Band, NSW Highlanders Pipe Band, Canberra Burns Club Pipe Band, North Ryde RSL Pipes and Drums, Sydney Thistle Highland Pipe Band with entries closing on the 13th October.
Two of our local schools with be in attendance with the Hunter Valley Grammar Schools Symphonic Wind Ensemble and Concert Band and Irrawang High Schools Drum Corps performing.
“We are very excited to bring so many great bands to Maitland and the Hunter Valley,” said Greg, “there will be plenty of entertainment for all ages.”
The NSW State Pipe Band Championships will take place Sunday November 3, from 9am, at Maitland Regional Sports Ground, entry: $5. For more information see: www.maitlandpipeband.org.au