Great video, thanks for giving us the opportunity to see this. Mr Baton was injured trying to film this for us so it’s not a hazard free pass time! Delvin will be along very shortly to give us the titles of the marches, I have nowhere near the confidence! Vicky will be delighted, as am I , to see SDM Chambers leading the way with his customary expertise and due reverence, saluting as he passes the Guards Chapel. The band are superb, despite the foul weather trying to drown them and all the participants in the parade. Thanks to all involved either side of the camera👍
Fantastic video! The Band sounded brilliant! The marches played were, 1) 0:01-Rhythm of the Line (12 co. Irish Guards Drums and Pipes) 2) 2:27-Fare Ye Well Inniskilling 3) 3:04-Kelly the Boy from Killane 4) 3:38-The Minstrel Boy 5) 4:15-The Sash My Father Wore (Band of the Irish Guards) 6) 4:54-If You're Irish & Begorrah 7) 6:11-St. Patrick's Day
I’ve learned that I can rely on you for these details, but have no idea how you do it! And I have a question! Please can you explain the different type of drums and how the different sounds are achieved at 3:07 and 4:51 ? I just know you’ll have the answer😎
@@AnnofWales21 Hello Ann! Always happy to help! There's a few types of Drums used in the Bands and Drums & Pipes. Let's start with the Band. The Band has two types of Drums, the most important one is the Bass Drum which is the Biggest Drum in the Band. This is what the Time-Beater uses to keep everyone in step and in time. He is also in charge of signaling the Band with various Beats as to when to stop playing (Cut-Offs), start playing, Mark Time, or raise and lower their Volume. These signals can vary from one large beat, to two quick large beats for Cut-Offs. The Time-Beater always pays attention to the Drum majors Staff. As the Drum Major signals, the Time-Beater gives the signal to the rest of the Band via Drum Beats to execute the Drum majors command. The second and the smallest Drum in the Band is the Snare Drum seen at 4:51 , these are there to add to the music, they are also very important as they do the 5 pace rolls at the start of every march. These are made by Pearl, they are the Pearl Viscount Series Snare Drums. As for the Pipes and Drums, they have two types of Drums as well, the large Bass Drum. Which also has the same job as the one in the Band, is used to keep everyone in step and in time. The smaller Drums seen at 3:01 are High Tension Snare Drums, these sound different as they are Tensioned higher than most snare drums thus they have a higher sound. They also have more Tensioning rods, as opposed to the Bands Snare Drums which is an easy way of identifying them. High Tension Snare drums are only ever used in Pipe Bands, at least that's the tradition in the British Army! Unlike here in the USA where they are seen in Woodwind Bands. I jokingly always say that American Military Bands that used High Tension Snare Drums sound like someone is beating on a plastic table! Hope this helps!
@@delvinrodriguez3341 thanks ever so much Delvin, beautifully explained. How heavy are those big bass drums? I don’t suppose they’re as heavy as they look but it must be quite awkward sometimes not being able to see what’s in front of your feet!
@@AnnofWales21 Glad I was able to answer your questions! The Pearl Viscount Bass Drums are around 9kgs (20lbs). Not the most "heaviest" of things, until you wear it for a long Parade. The smaller snare Drums weigh are 5.9kgs. Much less hindering to the shoulder.
Given the conditions, this was a video of perseverance all round. Everyone looks to be near soaked and those waterlogged bearskins must have weighed a tonne. Nevertheless, sporting sprigs of shamrock in anticipation of St. Patrick's Day, the parade made it back to Wellington Barracks in resolute style. (And in keeping with tradition, officers' umbrellas remained furled!) Whatever the weather, selections from the Band of the Irish Guards' great fund of regimental tunes never disappoint. Thanks!
Great video once again! Sounding well despite the conditions. I can somewhat sympathise as my own band got a few heavy soakings last year including Remberance Sunday and it is tough going especially sight reading if you are wearing glasses but thankfully we don't wear bearskins, they must have been a ton weight
Aye, Seamus handler looks very smart indeed! Quite a trio out front in fact! The fabulous Seamus, accompanied by his very proud and professional handler and both preceding the incomparable SDM Chambers. The band and good folk following on behind are also splendid of course. But you’re right, that salute is quite a capture🥰
@@militaryevents107 well trained professionals! Must be horrible with rain dripping off your bearskin though. Well done to them, and to you turning up to film! Many thanks😎
@vickyRoyalHistoryHello Dear Vicky! First, Well done on naming the marches! I'm not always right you know.....! Tiny Correction the Drums & Pipes didn't play the Company Marches of the 1st Battalion Irish Guards. They played "Fare Ye Well Inniskilling, Kelly the Boy from Killane, The Minstrel Boy, The Sash My Father Wore. Anyways, I still think you did great! Haha! Bow in my presence! How nice of you! I'm not that important! Only slightly important! 😂😉🤭😊
@vickyRoyalHistory Haha! Thanks for the Kind words as usual! I'll say this, quite shocking no one jumped to name the marches before me. Anyways I must tell you, There was once a time I too didn't get them right! But, you did well with "Rhythm of the Line.
@@delvinrodriguez3341Hi Delvin, you are indeed a very important man. You know my history having served in the Army and played a significant rôle in military music and Ceremonial. But you, Sir, are a walking encyclopaedia ! If indeed you have ever got it wrong (which I doubt!) then they should rename the March to whatever you said it was! 😁💪 I hope you’re well friend, Ian
@@bugler75 Hellooo Sir Ian! Thank you very much for the kind words as usual! They are much appreciated, especially coming from someone who I have huge respect for! I do hope Sir is keeping well! Always a pleasure taking to you! I'm doing very well, thanks!
Great video, thanks for giving us the opportunity to see this. Mr Baton was injured trying to film this for us so it’s not a hazard free pass time! Delvin will be along very shortly to give us the titles of the marches, I have nowhere near the confidence! Vicky will be delighted, as am I , to see SDM Chambers leading the way with his customary expertise and due reverence, saluting as he passes the Guards Chapel. The band are superb, despite the foul weather trying to drown them and all the participants in the parade. Thanks to all involved either side of the camera👍
isn't it a requirement it rains on St Patrick's Day parade though?
Fantastic video! The Band sounded brilliant!
The marches played were,
1) 0:01-Rhythm of the Line
(12 co. Irish Guards Drums and Pipes)
2) 2:27-Fare Ye Well Inniskilling
3) 3:04-Kelly the Boy from Killane
4) 3:38-The Minstrel Boy
5) 4:15-The Sash My Father Wore
(Band of the Irish Guards)
6) 4:54-If You're Irish & Begorrah
7) 6:11-St. Patrick's Day
I’ve learned that I can rely on you for these details, but have no idea how you do it!
And I have a question! Please can you explain the different type of drums and how the different sounds are achieved at 3:07 and 4:51 ? I just know you’ll have the answer😎
@@AnnofWales21 Hello Ann! Always happy to help! There's a few types of Drums used in the Bands and Drums & Pipes.
Let's start with the Band. The Band has two types of Drums, the most important one is the Bass Drum which is the Biggest Drum in the Band. This is what the Time-Beater uses to keep everyone in step and in time. He is also in charge of signaling the Band with various Beats as to when to stop playing (Cut-Offs), start playing, Mark Time, or raise and lower their Volume. These signals can vary from one large beat, to two quick large beats for Cut-Offs. The Time-Beater always pays attention to the Drum majors Staff. As the Drum Major signals, the Time-Beater gives the signal to the rest of the Band via Drum Beats to execute the Drum majors command. The second and the smallest Drum in the Band is the Snare Drum seen at 4:51 , these are there to add to the music, they are also very important as they do the 5 pace rolls at the start of every march. These are made by Pearl, they are the Pearl Viscount Series Snare Drums.
As for the Pipes and Drums, they have two types of Drums as well, the large Bass Drum. Which also has the same job as the one in the Band, is used to keep everyone in step and in time. The smaller Drums seen at 3:01 are High Tension Snare Drums, these sound different as they are Tensioned higher than most snare drums thus they have a higher sound. They also have more Tensioning rods, as opposed to the Bands Snare Drums which is an easy way of identifying them. High Tension Snare drums are only ever used in Pipe Bands, at least that's the tradition in the British Army! Unlike here in the USA where they are seen in Woodwind Bands. I jokingly always say that American Military Bands that used High Tension Snare Drums sound like someone is beating on a plastic table! Hope this helps!
@@delvinrodriguez3341 thanks ever so much Delvin, beautifully explained. How heavy are those big bass drums? I don’t suppose they’re as heavy as they look but it must be quite awkward sometimes not being able to see what’s in front of your feet!
@@AnnofWales21 Glad I was able to answer your questions! The Pearl Viscount Bass Drums are around 9kgs (20lbs). Not the most "heaviest" of things, until you wear it for a long Parade. The smaller snare Drums weigh are 5.9kgs. Much less hindering to the shoulder.
Given the conditions, this was a video of perseverance all round. Everyone looks to be near soaked and those waterlogged bearskins must have weighed a tonne. Nevertheless, sporting sprigs of shamrock in anticipation of St. Patrick's Day, the parade made it back to Wellington Barracks in resolute style. (And in keeping with tradition, officers' umbrellas remained furled!) Whatever the weather, selections from the Band of the Irish Guards' great fund of regimental tunes never disappoint. Thanks!
Great video once again! Sounding well despite the conditions. I can somewhat sympathise as my own band got a few heavy soakings last year including Remberance Sunday and it is tough going especially sight reading if you are wearing glasses but thankfully we don't wear bearskins, they must have been a ton weight
Senior Drum Major Gareth Chambers MVO leading the band of the irish guards and the 12th company Irish Guards pipes and drums.
Seeing such smart and disciplined men makes me realise how lucky this country is to be served by them.
Always fantastic to hear a rendition of the Sash.
Great video thanks
Kelly the Boy from Killane was brilliant as well. ☘️☘️☘️
Money shot at 6:01😊and shout out to Seamus’ handler. Robotic/mechanical movement but sharp and professional
Aye, Seamus handler looks very smart indeed! Quite a trio out front in fact! The fabulous Seamus, accompanied by his very proud and professional handler and both preceding the incomparable SDM Chambers. The band and good folk following on behind are also splendid of course. But you’re right, that salute is quite a capture🥰
Thank you. Some nice close-ups
Quis Seperabit?
Well done to all on Parade.
@vickyRoyalHistory Glad to see someone who knows the meaning and significance 😊👍🏼
Ian
St Patrick Day march is a great tune. As it becomes more distanced the tubas sound like foghorns.
Just marvellous to see, thank you 😊
Always like to see the veterans participating in these types of parades. 😊
Happy cleaning and drying people brilliant performance well done
I miss it even ater all these years.
Enjoyed viewing this video!
Muito ELEGANTES.❤❤❤❤❤
💎♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
It should never rain on parades.
Nope! But they still sounded and looked pretty ace eh😎
@@AnnofWales21 I must say i am incredibly impressed with how well the band kept up their sound with the detrimental weather, very impressive!
@@militaryevents107 well trained professionals! Must be horrible with rain dripping off your bearskin though. Well done to them, and to you turning up to film! Many thanks😎
Hence the term “don’t rain on my parade”
Was that a rogue Grenadier guardsman on one of the trombones?
Coldstreamer
Any one know the order of the marches
Hello! I've just posted a comment above with all the marches played!
@vickyRoyalHistoryHello Dear Vicky! First, Well done on naming the marches! I'm not always right you know.....!
Tiny Correction the Drums & Pipes didn't play the Company Marches of the 1st Battalion Irish Guards. They played "Fare Ye Well Inniskilling, Kelly the Boy from Killane, The Minstrel Boy, The Sash My Father Wore.
Anyways, I still think you did great! Haha! Bow in my presence! How nice of you! I'm not that important! Only slightly important! 😂😉🤭😊
@vickyRoyalHistory Haha! Thanks for the Kind words as usual! I'll say this, quite shocking no one jumped to name the marches before me. Anyways I must tell you, There was once a time I too didn't get them right! But, you did well with "Rhythm of the Line.
@@delvinrodriguez3341Hi Delvin, you are indeed a very important man. You know my history having served in the Army and played a significant rôle in military music and Ceremonial.
But you, Sir, are a walking encyclopaedia !
If indeed you have ever got it wrong (which I doubt!) then they should rename the March to whatever you said it was! 😁💪
I hope you’re well friend,
Ian
@@bugler75 Hellooo Sir Ian! Thank you very much for the kind words as usual! They are much appreciated, especially coming from someone who I have huge respect for! I do hope Sir is keeping well! Always a pleasure taking to you! I'm doing very well, thanks!