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receive instruction in both the practical and theory elements of piping and drumming. Over the years the education project of the Branch has had a number of brand names, including the
Northern Ireland Piping and Drumming School but now is known simply as the RSPBANI Branch School where pupils can achieve standardised and recognised SQA (Scottish Qualifications Authority) qualifications.
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Northern Ireland, for the purpose of competition, date back to 1912 when the Northern Ireland Bands Association regularly held indoor contests. Due to a growth in numbers of bands and the necessity to compete outdoors, the Northern Ireland Pipe Band League was
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