FAQs
Do
questions about the Shannon Rovers keep you awake at night?
Are you looking for some bagpipe-related trivia to impress folks
at the pub? Well, you've come to the right place. Here, you'll
find our ever-growing frequently asked questions page!
Why
is the band called the Shannon Rovers?
What
tartan is your kilt?
Where
do I learn to play the bagpipes?
What
do you wear under your kilt?
What,
or where, is Garryowen?
What
year did the Shannon Rovers first parade down State Street?
Why
is the band called the Shannon Rovers?
Answer:
The original 12 founding members of the band were all born
near the River Shannon, in Ireland.
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What
tartan is your kilt?
Answer:
Since 1965, the Shannon Rovers have proudly worn the Kennedy
tartan, in honor of President John F. Kennedy
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Where
do I learn to play the bagpipes?
Answer:
So, you want to be a Rover? Great. Click on the Contact Us
button above to see if we're currently accepting new students.
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What
do you wear under your kilt?
Answer:
Well, you'll just have to join us first before you find that
out. See question above...
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What,
or where, is Garryowen?
Answer:
Garryowen is a town in Ireland, and the official song of the
Shannon Rovers.
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What
year did the Shannon Rovers first parade down State Street?
Answer:
1956
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