MCSOPD participated in the annual VFW 9/11 service at Ft. McCoy. Drum Major Cliff Anthony led the 8 pipers and 6 drummers through an easier course this year. The center aisle was roomier, I guess because it was not an election year. The pipes were well tuned and steady. Drumming was a driving force, keeping the tempo's lively and interesting. The band marched on to the 2/4 set (Brown Haired Maiden/High Road to Gairloch), at a blistering pace, well played. This was followed with the new Honor Our Fallen/Going Home 6/8 set, with drums. Other tunes played were the 4/4 1 set (Murdos/Rowan Tree/Wings, Patriotic and Military sets, Highland Cathedral, and 3/4 1 and 2 (Green Hills /Battles O'er, Balmoral/Lochanside). PM Naomi McLain also played a slow air after the Military set, to give the band a break. Several in the audience were singing along with some of the sets, and all seemed to enjoy the pipe music.
Later in the evening the band led the short parade of Scouts and other participants, with Scotland the Brave and Johnnie Scobie. Naomi was presented with a nice plaque from the VFW, in appreciation of the band's contribution to the program.
Though forgotten by the MC, a McLain/Rodgers ensemble (somewhat forcefully) finished the evening with (according to the audience response) an impressive Amazing Grace, prior to the gun salute and taps.
A band Workshop is being held today ay the Sheriff's Ofice at 3:30pm, in preparation for the
Oct 3rd Ocala Highland Games. www.ocalascottishhighlandgames.com
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