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Hiring St Andrew’s Pipe Band
Every function that the St Andrew’s Pipe Band performs at is special in its own way. As a result, there is no simple formula for determining the cost of using the Band at your event. Below are example Band configurations that serve as a guide. Costs are estimates only, and must be confirmed by the Band Manager.
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Event
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Additional Details/Requirements
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Approx. Cost
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| One piper for a wedding | Piper plays the bride down the aisle, and out of the church at the end of the nuptial service. |
negotiable
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| Two pipers to open an event | Pipers play for approximately 30-60 minutes. |
negotiable
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| Mini-band for a formal dinner | One performance during the evening, minimum of 6 Band members. |
negotiable
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| Full band for a street parade | Minimum of 12 Band members, one pass along the parade route. |
negotiable
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| Full band in concert | Minimum of 15 Band members, for two half hour sets or one 45 min. set. |
negotiable
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Note that some other factors that can influence the cost of using the Band are:
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The total time required at the engagement;
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The distance from the Band’s core location (Brisbane, QLD);
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If this event is part of a multiple booking; or
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If other non-financial benefits are available to the Band (e.g. meals, enduring sponsorship).
To confirm a price for the Band at your event or for more information, please contact the band secretary, Ashley Pressey, at secretary@stapb.com or on 0422 284 460.