The National Youth Pipe Band of Scotland Newsletter
No.53 Youngstars
Q. What is your favourite part of being in the NYPBoS?
I really enjoy the practices, the tunes and meeting new people.
Q. What are the other band members likely to say about you, or what are you most known for in the band? He is funny, kind and a wee gentleman (al- though I had to pay someone to say that).
Q. What is the secret of your success? Enjoying every minute of what I do.
Q. What would be your ideal uniform if you were allowed to choose it for your band? It would include a tweed jacket, muted kilt and socks of any colour but white or cream.
Q. What would you do or say to encourage other youngsters to learn the pipes? Being part of a pipe band is loads of fun and a great way to meet new friends.
Harris with his uncle Matt Wilson and the European Grade I trophy.
Q. Who is your pipe idol? Roddy MacLeod.
Q. What are your interests outside of piping? My main interest is playing rugby. I also enjoy drama, singing, playing the piano and the drum kit.
Q. What do you want to do for a career? I would like to be a defence lawyer.
Q. What other music do you like? What’s on your MP3 player?
I like all sorts of music. On my MP3 player I have The Jam, The Who and The Foo Fighters along with Gordon Duncan, Angus McColl and Fred Morrison.
Q. Who are your heroes? Richard Parkes and Matt Wilson (he’s my
uncle).
Q. Are you sporty, and do you follow any teams? Yes, I love rugby and I support Rangers.
Q. Do you prefer sweet or savoury? Sweet.
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PIPING TODAY • 20 Youngstars
John Mulhearn Piping Tutor
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