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There was a legend about a parade that was held in Chicago in the 1800s to kick off a Scottish gathering.                      According to the legend, the sound of the bagpipes startled a horse which reared up and threw its rider through a shop window.                       The court case that resulted was decided on the basis of whether or not the bagpipe was a musical instrument.                       The verdict was against the pipes.
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2008 SANCTIONING RULES & REGULATIONS <<

Agreement between the Games Sponsor and the MWPBA that ensures all competitors a competent judging panel and a solid set of Rules and Regulations governing the contests.  This level of sanctioning requires a minimal commitment from the sponsors.  No Champion Supreme points are offered and therefore fewer bands may participate.     

 

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GRADING GUIDELINES <<
These guidelines explain how the Music Board works to grade bands and soloists.

 

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2008 SOLO MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION <<
This form is used for individuals to apply for Solo Membership. 
Membership Fees before February 28, 2007 are $20.00 // after February 25: $25.00.  Additional Membership fees for immediate Family Members // $10.00 person (includes husband/wife, parent/minor, minor siblings).  Download the form here.
 

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2008 BAND MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION <<
This form is used by bands to apply for Band Membership.  Membership in the MidWest Pipe Band Association or other recognized pipe band association is required to participate in all MWPBA competitions. A Competition Roster for your band must be submitted by March 31, 2007.   Download the form here.

 

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2008 COMPETITION ROSTER <<

Bands must notify the MWPBA Band Registrar, in writing, of the transfer of members from one band to another thirty (30) days prior to a MWPBA sanctioned competition in which such band members will compete. Bands must notify the MWPBA Band Registrar, in writing, of any new members not previously registered with any band four (4) days prior to a MWPBA sanctioned competition in which such band members will compete. Only one (1) band change will be allowed per person in one (1) competition season. Registration of the “registered instructor” occurs by the instructed band’s designation of the instructor on their band’s competition roster and the submittal of the registered instructor form to the MWPBA Band Registrar. Special Note: a player’s membership in a pipe band does not convey “Solo Membership” to compete in solo competitions.  
 

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2008 REGISTERED INSTRUCTOR APPLICATION <<

One can only be an instructor for one (1) band in each grade; and cannot be an instructor for a band in the same grade as the band to which they are a regular registered member; a snare instructor can not be the lead drummer. The position of Registered Instructor can not be changed during one season.

 

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RE-GRADE PETITION <<

To request a grade change at any time, soloists and bands must submit this form.

 

 

 

 

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 Mid-West Pipe Band Association
Drew Hoinacki

President & Chief Steward
524 Ledo Street
Lemont, IL 60439
630.257.6570
President@mwpba.org
 

There was a legend about a parade that was held in Chicago in the 1800s to kick off a Scottish gathering.                      According to the legend, the sound of the bagpipes startled a horse which reared up and threw its rider through a shop window.                       The court case that resulted was decided on the basis of whether or not the bagpipe was a musical instrument.                       The verdict was against the pipes.
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