Merimbula will be treated to the sounds of Scotland in July, as members of the Canberra Burns Club Pipe Band travel through the area.
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The pipe band has has put together a special concert program for its trip to the coast this winter.
Leaving behind the Canberra cold for an afternoon of fun for all ages, a chance to reminisce and enjoy fine music, including many instantly recognised favourites, and a display of Highland dancing.
This is a chance for the whole family to get together for an afternoon of traditional Scottish music and to enjoy the skirl of the pipes and hear many instantly recognised favourites.
Starting at 2pm on Saturday, July 9 at the Merimbula RSL Club, the show is part of a tour which includes other locations up and down the South Coast
Piper Andrew Fraser said the band is looking forward to bringing their unique sound to the Merimbula.
“Not only are there bagpipes and drums, but we also have electric cello, double bass, violin and keyboards,” he said.
“We have more than 15 people up on stage for the show so there is definitely a lot of variety there.”
The Canberra Burns Pipe Band has a rich history within Australia’s capital, having represented Scottish culture in the area since 1928 and have since gone on to play all around the world.
The band has a fine record of achievements in all grades of competition and also plays at Highland gatherings, cultural festivals and participates in the national Anzac Day march at the Australian War Memorial.
The band brought their show to Bateman’s Bay on Saturday, June 18, where the wild weather did nothing to dampen the spirits of the group as they performed in rain at the Batemans Bay Soldiers Club.
Among those who visited the bay last Saturday were father-son duo David and Phil Weber who both play percussion for the group.
Mr Fraser said families tend to enjoy their concerts because “there is something for everyone.”
Tickets are $15 for adults; $10 for concessions and $5 for children under the age of 16 and can be purchased in person at the Merimbula RSL Club or by calling 6495 1502. Tickets will also be available at the door.
For more information contact the Merimbula RSL Club.
