Pipe Bands NSW and ACT
St George-Sutherland Scottish Pipe Band
Band Name | St George-Sutherland Scottish Pipe Band |
Tartan | McGregor |
President & Pipe Major | 0438250267 (David J Humphreys) |
Secretary | John McKinnon |
Address | PO Box 349, Gymea NSW 2227 |
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Website | www.stgeorgepipeband.org |
Band practices at | Cronulla High School, Bate Bay Rd, Cronulla. Every Wednesday, including school holidays |
Practice times | Wednesday evenings at 7.30pm |
Notes | Learner pipers and drummers are encouraged. Free tuition is available for beginners |
Band History | St George was formed in March 1946, paraded first in uniform in 1949 and achieved competition success in 1952. From its foundation in Hurstville the band moved to the Sutherland Shire in the 60's. A full history can be found on the band's website. Today, the band is foremost a social band, playing at highland gatherings, Anzac Day and other street marches and other local events. |