Ceol Gleann Pipes & Drums
From the Hudson Valley of New York State
Member in good standing with the Eastern United States Pipe Band Association (EUSPBA)
Ceol Gleann ( pronounced "coal glen") is a Gaelic phrase meaning "Music or Sounds of the Valley."
Ceol Gleann Pipes & Drums 2008
The Hudson Valley of New York State has long held a history rich in music and the arts. Ceol Gleann, a not-for-profit organization, is one of the premier pipe and drum bands of the Hudson Valley. They strive to preserve and promote the ancient art of Highland Piping and Drumming through education, performances and competition. Ceol Gleann is active throughout the year with appearances in parades, Scottish Highland Games, Celtic Festivals,
competitions and cultural events.
Events are now being booked for the 2008 season --
if you would like additional information please contact Ceol Gleann at the following link:
ceolgleann@hotmail.com
Ceol Gleann proudly wears the Irish Tara Murphy Tartan as its kilt.
Ceol Gleann is comprised of two unique bands:
A Grade 5 Competition Band, made up of serious and talented musicians who strive to excel and to better themselves in the pipe and drum community. The Band competed in its first ever event on June 2, 2007 at the Bonnie Brae Scottish Games in Liberty Corners, New Jersey, placing third. The 2007 season was the first year Ceol Gleann participated in EUSPBA sponsored competitions. Ceol Gleann Pipes & Drums Competition Band ended the year 2007 in 18th place out of 115 pipe and drum bands in the EUSPBA. For more information on the Competition Band see the "Competition Band" tab on this site.
An accomplished Pipe and Drum Band that entertains the public at events such as parades, scottish highland games, celtic festivals, cultural events, garden parties, weddings and funerals. Qualified Band members can belong to both groups.
To hire Ceol Gleann or its individual members to perform at your event, please contact: ceolgleann@hotmail.com
City of Kingston, NY - St. Patrick's Day Parade, March 9, 2008
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