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Belhaven Pipers Pipe for the PopE
On Thursday 16 September, nine very lucky children had the opportunity to travel to Edinburgh and be a part of a massed pipe band of over 1000 people.
The occasion was the arrival of the Pope on his state visit to the UK.
All the pipers and drummers gathered at one end of Princes Street and we joined up with the Ampleforth College Pipes and Drums. After a wait of about one hour, it was our turn to march along Princes Street whilst playing a selection of tunes, including ‘Green Hills’, ‘Rowan Tree’ and ‘Scotland the Brave’.
We then took our places on the pavement by Princes Street Gardens to await the arrival of the Pontiff himself. As he approached, the 1000+ pipers began to play ‘Highland Cathedral’ and it was a moment that will be remembered by all those present for many years to come.
Time for a quick break - spot the 'Old Boy'
Mike Gale
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Mike Gale, 21/09/2010 |
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