Tunes of Glory Pipes and Drums
Tunes of Glory Pipe Band was formed in Montgomery, Illinois, USA in October, 1980 by Craig McCloud, Jim Rising, Ken Henderson, and Jack Carlson. The Band was later renamed the Tunes of Glory Pipes and Drums, and celebrated its 25th anniversary in October, 2005. One of the founding members, Craig "Mac" McCloud, is still active in the band as Drum Major.
Tunes of Glory has been competing for several years as a proud member of the Midwest Pipe Band Association, and has several pipers and drummers that also participate successfully in solo competition. In 2005, Tunes of Glory won the title of MWPBA Grade V Champions Supreme, which is the third competitive championship in the Band's history. The Band also traveled to Scotland to compete at the 2005 World Pipe Band Championships in Glasgow.
The Tunes of Glory roster comprises over 30 active pipers and drummers, color guard, and a number of students. The Band performs throughout the far western Chicago suburbs in many parades, concerts, and private functions. Players are also available for solo functions.
Tunes of Glory is under the musical direction of Pipe Major Tom Brown, and the band is privileged to receive professional piping and drumming instruction from Adrian Melvin and Jim Sim.
Tunes of Glory Pipes and Drums is competing at Grade IV for the 2007 season, and is also fielding a novice band at Grade V for those new to competition.
