When you make a decision to be a part of a pipe band you are becoming something much bigger than yourself. You have to understand that dedicating time and effort towards making your organization great means putting the band first. It’s not about being a solo player, it’s about doing whatever you can to make the band reach it‘s fullest potential. Check attitudes at the door, focus on the important things, work hard and above all else, have fun while you’re doing it. “There is

"Culture drives great results." - Jack Welch In order for any organization to be successful, an environment that encourages open communication and contribution must be formed. Only intentionally constructed cultures create great teams. Success requires selflessness, those who put themselves first will not survive and often lead organizations down the path of failure. Sharing a modified version of a great post from #ProactiveCoaching , here are some things you can expect to se

"There is nothing more constant than change" - Heraclitus 535 BC Often times one of our biggest reactions to change is fear. Fear of the unknown, fear of failure and even simply the fear of stepping outside our comfort zones can have a paralyzing affect on both an individual's and an organization's journey through life. If you allow this fear to confine you within your comfort zone nothing exciting is going to happen and no change will ever take place. Until we honestly push

Every year on April 6th National Tartan Day is celebrated around the globe. This day commemorates the Scottish Declaration of Independence, from which the American Declaration of Independence was modelled on. This day is also used in the US to recognize achievements of Americans of Scottish descent. Our band proudly wears the Modern Gordon Tartan, regimental tartan of the famous Gordon Highlanders. The tartan itself is based on the Black Watch military tartan with an addition