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Barrie, Ontario
Canada

Teaching Program

 

Barrie Pipes and Drums Beginner Teaching Program

Welcome! We are thrilled that you are interested in learning the traditional arts of piping and drumming. Our program is designed to take you from your very first musical notes to a level where you can join the band.

Program Overview:

The Barrie Pipes and Drums provides free lessons for beginners. Our goal is to build a strong foundation in the Great Highland Bagpipe or Pipe Band Drumming (Snare, Tenor and Bass).

  • When: Wednesday evenings during our weekly band practice. (band instructor to determine exact time)

  • Where: ANAF Club, 52 Morrow Rd, Barrie   

  • Format: Lessons may be group-based or 1-1, depending on instructor availability and student volume

  • Instructors: You will be taught be experienced band member

Student Requirements & Equipment:

  • The student is responsible for purchasing their own practice instrument and music tutor books

  • Regular attendance and daily home practicing are essential in progressing to play the instrument

Piping students:

Drumming Students:

  • Snare Drumming requires Pipe Band Style Sticks and Practice Pad

  • Tenor and Bass Drumming require Mallets

  • Tutor Books: To be determined by band instructor

Recommended Suppliers:

  1. Ben Bhraggie House:  https://www.benbhraggiehouse.com/

    • Ben Bhraggie supplies many of the Pipers and Drummers in Ontario

  2. McGillivray Piping - https://piping.on.ca/

    • This Boutique provider of Piping products and services is run by world renowned piper Jim McGillivray. “Specializing in bagpipes (vintage, new and reproduction), chanters, instructional material, music, and related products.”

  3. Cameron’s Drumming Studio:   https://www.cameronsdrumming.com/

    • Prominent supplier of Drums and Drumming supplies for Pipe Bands

    • Snare Sticks and Practice Pads and Tenor and Bass Mallets

  4. Burnett’s and Struth Scottish Regalia: https://www.burnetts-struth.com/

    • Primarily sell Scottish Dress and related items.  Limited Pipe Band Supplies

Next Steps:

  • Contact Us: Please confirm when you will be attending your first practice

  • Order Supplies: We recommend discussing with our band instructor prior to purchasing

  • Join Us: We look forward to seeing you at our Wednesday practice!