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column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]Pipe Bands Queensland is pleased to make various resources available for the use of its members. You can browse resources listed here in or select from sub menu.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Document Library<br \/>\n<\/strong>A library of music used specifically for Pipe Bands Queensland affairs.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Promoters<br \/>\n<\/strong>Interested in hosting a pipe band competition at your next event? We\u2019re always eager to partner with event promoters who wish to incorporate a pipe band competition into their event.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Competitors<br \/>\n<\/strong>Competitions are a fantastic way to improve your playing abilities and socialise with other members of the piping, drumming and pipe band community.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;padding-2-percent&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; 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custom_height=&#8221;2%&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<p class=\"\">Pipe Bands Queensland is running workshops and exams for Australian Pipe Band College throughout the year.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>To see the list of upcoming workshops and events, visit the <a href=\"\/queensland\/events\">Events page<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>You can download an enrollment form by <a href=\"https:\/\/pipebands.sharepoint.com\/:w:\/s\/AdminPortal\/EToutAelhxFIpGBZHb28SKoBJo9YMSbTEKB4c99nmo0k_A?e=br6H3R\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Clicking Here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\">Please send all entries and enquiries about upcoming exams to the PBQ Education Principal, Nick Tomkins: <a href=\"mailto:pm@ipswichpipeband.com?subject=Certificate%20Exams&amp;cc=secretary%40pipebandsqld.org\"><strong>pm@ipswichpipeband.com<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Past Workshop Recordings<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pipe Bands Queensland Online Certificate Theory Workshop, 10 September 2023<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/vimeo.com\/862829156\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Recording<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pipebandsqld.com\/s\/Preliminary-and-Elementary-Certificate-Theory-Presentation.pptx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Slides<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pipebandsqld.com\/s\/Preliminary-and-Elementary-Certificate-Theory-Material.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Theory Handout<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pipe Bands Queensland College Online Examination Info Session, 14 August 2023<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/vimeo.com\/862246417\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Recording<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pipebandsqld.com\/s\/PBQ-Exam-Information-Session.pptx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Slides<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Intermediate Certificates Content<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pipebandsqld.com\/s\/Intermediate-Certificate-Theory-Presentation.pptx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Slides<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Preliminary &amp; Elementary Certificates Content<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pipebandsqld.com\/s\/Intermediate-Certificate-Theory-Presentation.pptx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Slides<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Preliminary &amp; Elementary Theory Workshop<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/vimeo.com\/862829156\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Recording<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/tab][tab icon_family=&#8221;none&#8221; title=&#8221;College, Queensland&#8221; id=&#8221;1761631630241-0&#8243; tab_id=&#8221;1761631630242-5&#8243;][split_line_heading animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2 style=\"color: #1e83ec;\"><span style=\"color: #c83642;\">Australian Pipe Band College &#8211; Queensland Branch<\/span><\/h2>\n[\/split_line_heading][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;2%&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<p class=\"\">The Australian Pipe Band College (APBC) is the educational arm of Pipe Bands Australia and provides introduction and advancement in education relating to the key disciplines of traditional and modern \u2018Pipe Banding\u2019 in Australia and afar whilst providing individuals with access to the APBC wide breadth of experience and resources through contemporary means and an engaging approach.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Nominated College Principals each administer an APBC discipline combing their individual years of experience to form an unrivalled training and educational resource. To date examinations have been regularly conducted in Australia and overseas.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Please contact the <a href=\"\/queensland\/about\">relevant Queensland Vice Principal<\/a> if you have enquiries about the operation of the college.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">If you wish to study for one of the certificates awarded by the College, access syllabus details and study materials for each branch of the college at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pipebandsaustralia.com.au\/college\/\"><strong>the Pipe Bands Australia website<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Download and complete the enrolment form, and send it to <a href=\"mailto:qld@pipebandsaustralia.com.au\">qld@pipebandsaustralia.com.au<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Deposit the appropriate fee in the Branch bank account:<\/p>\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Name:<\/strong> Pipe Bands Australia Inc Qld Branch<br \/>\n<strong>BSB:<\/strong> 084 004<br \/>\n<strong>Account:<\/strong> 55971 3060[\/vc_column_text][\/tab][tab icon_family=&#8221;none&#8221; title=&#8221;Additional Education&#8221; id=&#8221;1761631630261-6&#8243; tab_id=&#8221;1761631630261-9&#8243;][split_line_heading animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2 style=\"color: #1e83ec;\"><span style=\"color: #c83642;\">Additional Education &amp; Music Development<\/span><\/h2>\n[\/split_line_heading][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;2%&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<ul>\n<li>Drum Major Solo Competition Layout<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepipingcentre.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The National Piping Centre<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.schoolofpiping.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">School of Piping<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sydneyschoolofpipinganddrumming.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sydney School of Piping and Drumming<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pipersdojo.university\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pipers Dojo University<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rhythm-monster.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rhythm Monster<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/tab][tab icon_family=&#8221;none&#8221; title=&#8221;Grants &amp; Fundraising&#8221; id=&#8221;1761631630275-5&#8243; tab_id=&#8221;1761631630276-7&#8243;][split_line_heading animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2 style=\"color: #1e83ec;\"><span style=\"color: #c83642;\">Grants &amp; Fundraising<\/span><\/h2>\n[\/split_line_heading][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;2%&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Looking to host a workshop or attract a world-class tutor for your band?<\/strong> Pipe Bands Queensland can help you source a range of grants and support.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Many bands support themselves through paid performances, hands-on fundraising, and\/or affiliations with local associations and institutions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">However, several grant and funding streams that you may not have considered could help you pay for an upcoming workshop, event, equipment purchase or other development opportunity.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Some possible programs are listed below for you to investigate as they are relevant to you \u2013 click the titles to view the criteria and deadlines.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Please contact Pipe Bands Queensland for advice on these grant programs, or for any letters of support.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justice.qld.gov.au\/initiatives\/community-grants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Gambling Community Benefit Fund<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\">Not-for-profit groups operating in Queensland can apply for grants from $500 to $35,000 through the GCBF. This fund is Queensland\u2019s largest one-off community grants program, distributing approximately $57 million per year.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">The fund allocates grants to not-for-profit community groups, to enhance their capacity to provide services, leisure activities and opportunities for Queensland communities.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.arts.qld.gov.au\/regional-arts-development-fund\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Regional Arts Development Fund<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\">Individual Regional Arts Development Funds (RADFs) are ideal for regional workshops or community engagement activities.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">They are available for individual councils, and will typically provide individual development funding of up to $750 and group developing funding of up to $10,000. Typically, co-funding of at least 20 per cent is required.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">RADFs support arts and cultural activities that:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>provide public value for Queensland communities<\/li>\n<li>build local cultural capacity, cultural innovation and community well-being<\/li>\n<li>deliver the Queensland Government\u2019s objectives for the community.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\">We suggest speaking directly to the council officer in charge of your council\u2019s program before lodging.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">These kinds of applications usually require 3\u20134 months application lead time, although some councils use specific closing dates.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brisbane.qld.gov.au\/community-and-safety\/grants-awards-and-sponsorships\/community-grants\/lord-mayors-community-fund\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>The Lord Mayor\u2019s Community Fund<\/strong> <\/a><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\">The Lord Mayor\u2019s Community Fund offers funding of between $250 and $10,000.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">This fund is applied from the council ward in which your band is registered or active.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Events (i.e. workshops) or equipment are eligible.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brisbane.qld.gov.au\/community-and-safety\/grants-awards-and-sponsorships\/creative-and-history-grants\/creative-sparks-grants-program\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Creative Sparks Program<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\">This program offers grants of up to $10,000. Must be incorporated in a Brisbane local government area. Great for larger community-based projects, such as workshops or concerts.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">The grant program aims to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>support practitioners and producers to develop products, partnerships and new work that grow Brisbane\u2019s reputation as a creative city<\/li>\n<li>ensure that Brisbane residents and visitors to the city have access to a diverse range of creative and cultural activities<\/li>\n<li>provide cultural, social and economic outcomes that benefit and add value to Brisbane.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/nonprofits\/offerings\/workspace\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Google G-Suite<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\">Does your band pay for email functionality for your organisation? (i.e. secretary@yourband.com)<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Google NFP provides their \u201cG-Suite\u201d for free to registered not-for-profits. This will give you unlimited email addressed under your domain, with webmaster control \u2013 all for free! You also get access to the rest of the G-Suite basic functionality, including 30GB of cloud storage per user, and the ability to retrieve user login when someone leaves your organisation.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/tab][tab icon_family=&#8221;none&#8221; title=&#8221;Sheet Music&#8221; id=&#8221;1761631630291-10&#8243; tab_id=&#8221;1761631630291-0&#8243;][split_line_heading animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2 style=\"color: #1e83ec;\"><span style=\"color: #c83642;\">Sheet Music<\/span><\/h2>\n[\/split_line_heading][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;2%&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pipebandsaustralia.com.au\/resources\/music-library\/\">National Massed Band Tunes<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/rspba.org\/prescribed-tunes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">RSPBA Prescribed Tune List<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ceolsean.net\/home.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ceol Sean Database<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bagpipemusic.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bagpipe Music Database<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/tab][tab icon_family=&#8221;none&#8221; 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title=&#8221;Pipe Band Social Media News&#8221; id=&#8221;1761631630321-7&#8243; tab_id=&#8221;1761631630322-9&#8243;][split_line_heading animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2 style=\"color: #1e83ec;\"><span style=\"color: #c83642;\">Pipe Band Social Media News<\/span><\/h2>\n[\/split_line_heading][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;2%&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/685317721502161\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Australian Highland Piping and Drumming Noticeboard<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/TheBigRabShow\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Big Rab Show<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/WeLovePipeBands\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">We Love Pipe Bands<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/whiskyandtartan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Whisky and Tartan<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pipefest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pipefest<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/tab][tab icon_family=&#8221;none&#8221; title=&#8221;Piping Radio &amp; Prodcasts&#8221; id=&#8221;1761631630333-7&#8243; tab_id=&#8221;1761631630333-1&#8243;][split_line_heading animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2 style=\"color: #1e83ec;\"><span style=\"color: #c83642;\">Piping Radio and Podcasts<\/span><\/h2>\n[\/split_line_heading][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;2%&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/chanterrant.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chanter Rant<\/a> &#8211;\u00a0<em>Explicit language warning<\/em><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebigrabshow.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Big Rab Show<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/soundcloud.com\/pipersdojo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Piper&#8217;s Dojo Audio Experience<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uptothelinepodcast.podbean.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Up to the Line<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/soundcloud.com\/gracenote-vortex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gracenote Vortex<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/DroningOnPodcast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DroningOn<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.4eb.org.au\/scottish\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">4EB Scottish Radio<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/tab][tab icon_family=&#8221;none&#8221; title=&#8221;Piobaireachd&#8221; id=&#8221;1761631630344-9&#8243; tab_id=&#8221;1761631630344-3&#8243;][split_line_heading animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2 style=\"color: #1e83ec;\"><span style=\"color: #c83642;\">Piobaireachd<\/span><\/h2>\n[\/split_line_heading][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;2%&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/qldpiob\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Queensland Piobaireachd Group<\/strong> <\/a>(Australia)<br \/>\nThe following volumes are available for purchase; contact Ross Campbell:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"\"><em>Piobaireachd Balmoral Style: Volume 1<\/em> \u2013 plus sound files<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"\"><em>Piobaireachd Balmoral Style: Volume 2<\/em> \u2013 plus sound files<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"\"><em>Piobaireachd Balmoral Style: Volume 3<\/em> \u2013 including a special tutor segment plus sound files<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.piobaireachd.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Piobaireachd Society<\/strong><\/a> (Scotland)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rubrown.org.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>R U Brown Piobaireachd Society of South Australia<\/strong><\/a> (Australia)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/CNPNZ\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Communn na Piobaireachd<\/strong><\/a> (New Zealand)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/215314822905642\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Covid Ceol Mor<\/strong><\/a> (Facebook group)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/tab][\/tabbed_section][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; 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