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Pipe & Drum Corps

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Purpose

The Pipe and Drum Corps exists to provide solemn, dignified musical honors in support of funeral services, memorial ceremonies, and official Honor Guard functions. The Corps enhances ceremonial presence through traditional music that reflects reverence, respect, and tradition.

Mission

The mission of the Pipe and Drum Corps is to:

  • Render musical honors with precision and dignity

  • Support funeral and memorial services for EMS personnel

  • Preserve and uphold time-honored ceremonial traditions

  • Provide a professional and emotionally appropriate musical presence

Standard selections include:

  • Amazing Grace

  • Going Home

  • Scotland the Brave (processional/recessional as appropriate)

Instruments

  • Bagpipes (properly tuned prior to ceremony)

  • Snare, tenor, and bass drums

  • Drum harnesses and carriers in uniform appearance

 

Guiding Principle

The Pipe and Drum Corps shall serve as a musical expression of honor, remembrance, and respect, ensuring that every note played reflects the dignity of the individual being honored and the profession they served.

Motto

“With Honor in Every Note.”

Bruce McFarlane, WIEMSHG Pipe Master

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