1980
Feb - Due to illness PM James Whitelaw can not carry out his playing duties. Fortunately the band were able to secure the services of John McPherson (brother of the world renowned Donald McPherson) who stepped in to the gap.
OCT (28th) - A function is held at the Springvale Hotel in Strathaven to honour the work carried out by Pipe Major James Whitelaw. The event was by all accounts a great success. In appreciation of his sterling work for the band the office of Honorary President was bestowed on him.
This picture shows the band practicing in the Strathaven Academy Hall. PM John McPherson is on the right of the picture in the black jacket
Feb - Due to illness PM James Whitelaw can not carry out his playing duties. Fortunately the band were able to secure the services of John McPherson (brother of the world renowned Donald McPherson) who stepped in to the gap.
OCT (28th) - A function is held at the Springvale Hotel in Strathaven to honour the work carried out by Pipe Major James Whitelaw. The event was by all accounts a great success. In appreciation of his sterling work for the band the office of Honorary President was bestowed on him.
This picture shows the band practicing in the Strathaven Academy Hall. PM John McPherson is on the right of the picture in the black jacket
1987
Mar - The band play at the inaugural flight of Chieftain Airways.
Sep - The band return to Ballerup.
Mar - The band play at the inaugural flight of Chieftain Airways.
Sep - The band return to Ballerup.