The aim of this page is to acquaint event organisers with my availablility to support their events.
The potential is itemised A - H. Distance and £ are covered under G and J
When emailing etc, just refer to B1, C3 etc to keep things brief.
To summarise, the possibilities are:
A
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Play the pipes at the opening, during the event and at its closure.
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B
The opening
Some events don't have an opening and when they do, I can:
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Lead the "opener" in to the sound of the pipes.
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Open the event if there is nobody more suitable.
C
During the event, I can:
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Play while roaming the event, answering questions, responding to tune requests, etc as I go.
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Be part of the arena events.
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Pipe on a convoy vehicle when it roams the surrounding area (sometimes before the event starts)
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Man the display boards and talk to the visitors
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Play in the evening(s) - members only see also No. 5
D
Participation in arena events:
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Lead convoys in and out
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Be on board a suitable vehicle as the announcer interviews passengers.
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Perform during battles. On occcasions, I have been shot dead.
E
The display boards
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Would be tailored to the theme of the event.
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Would include the British Legion when appropriate. See my website.
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See C/4
F
Event closing session/ceremony:
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Lead convoys in and out
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Play a moving pipe tune such as my new "Salute to Queen and Country." on this page.
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Very appropriate when a retired officer draws the event to a close, after inspecting the troops and vehicles
G
Geography
We live near Hereford, we have a motorhome and can travel c 100 miles to two/three day events. One day events are also possible. more.
H
Resources
- Numerous WW1 & 2 CDs can be loaned
- Information sheets can be brought
I
Nothing as it looks like a 1
J
Finance
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Preliminary comment here.
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It varies. If a solely charitable event, I often charge nothing. Long distances and we can talk.
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If an Armed Forces charity is the main beneficiary, I am likely to charge nothing. Long distances and we can talk
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