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Welcome to the website of Australia's largest centre of Pipe Band excellence. The City of Blacktown Pipe Band fields three competition bands in Grades 4 Grade3 and Grade 1. A vigorous and forward looking program of expert instruction makes Blacktown a great destination for learners and advanced players alike. Please have a look around while you are here and contact us if you would like further information about tuition , our overseas guest program , membership, or to enquire about booking the band to appear at a function you are organising.

Graham Hardy takes up piping tutor duties at Blacktown Pipe Band ... details

Blacktown Pipe Band's Aaron O'Neill (photo at right) is The 2008 Australasian Young Piper of the Year after Silver Tassie triumph ... details

Blacktown Pipe Band takes the trophy again at 2009 Mini Band curtain raiser ... details

Edinburgh Tattoo in Sydney 2010 will be 'biggest ever' ... details

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Blacktown No1 (Grade 1) is always looking for players able to take their place in its existing strong line up. There are multiple pathways to gaining acceptance into Blacktown #1. If you live outside Australia, why not consider our popular Guest Player Assistance Scheme?  It may be that you are elegible to have your return air fare, accomodation support and employment placement covered by the Band. 

Find out more about the scheme on offer 

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Blacktown No.2 (Grade 3) is currently in a strong growth phase and keen to meet players who believe they have the ability or potential to compete in one of Australia's top Grade 3 bands
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