Amateur Bass Drumming
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The Intermediate contest is for drummers graded two or intermediate by their
regional pipe band associations, or those drummers who compete in registered
Grade 3 or 4 pipe bands; intermediate drummers must submit an M-S-R.
The Novice contest is for drummers graded three, novice, or lower by their
regional pipe band associations, or those drummers who compete in registered
grade 4 or 5 pipe bands; the drummers must submit a 2/4 March. Intermediate
and Novice bass drummers must be accompanied by a piper and have the option
of utilizing a snare drummer.
Drummers placing First through Third in the two grades will win the MHAF Amateur
Bass Drum Medal. Minted with the Gold Medal, the bronze replica is 2.5 inches
(6.5 cm) in diameter, featuring the MHAF logo.
In addition, the two Champions will be awarded a bass drum supplied by
Pearl, Andante, or Premier.
Please read the contest rules and regulations before
proceeding to registration.
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