“The Learned Kindred of Currie – Clan Currie Society will be hosting the 23rd Annual Tartan Day on Ellis Island celebrations from April 4-6, 2025. This prestigious event honours Scottish heritage, culture, and contributions to America, bringing together Scots and Scottish Americans from across the country”
“Scheduled to perform at this years event, are: The Force, Shot of Scotch – NYC’s Premier Scottish Highland Dancers, St. Columcille United Gaelic Pipe Band, Scottish juggler John Grimaldi and members of the Fling Together dancers and the McAngus School of Highland Dance”
“The team are highly accomplished at performing in front of thousands of spectators and have been involved in many collaborations across the World at various international tattoos and festivals”
The 2025 Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo marks The Force’s first International Tattoo following our rebrand in 2023. Paula stated “The Force team are thrilled to have this exciting international event to look forward to” and are absolutely honoured to be invited to participate in the 2025 Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo“.
“It sounds cliché, but it really is a global community and a place where everyone knows your name. I grew up in the Pipe Band World and it really is a big family that looks out and supports one another”
Paula, the founder of The Force was interviewed by The Scottish Banner which was released within their October 2023 Edition – “A force to be reckoned with”. Paula describes her background in Pipe Bands and the role of a Drum Major along with being a teacher for 23 years and creating The Force.
“My role is to call the tempo of the band with the percussionists and pipers, and to ensure the band plays the tune to the speed of my command”
Paula, the founder of The Force was interviewed by Celtic Life International and was released within their August 2023 Edition. Paula describes “Life in a Pipe Band” along with the role of a Drum Major.
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