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THE ROYAL AIR FORCE AT THE 2017 ROYAL EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO Royal Air Force personnel from the Queen’s Colour Squadron and the Band of the Royal Air Force Regiment are participating in this year’s Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. In attendance on Wednesday 9th August was Air Chief Marshal Sir Stephen Hillier, Chief of the Air Staff Royal Air Force; hosted by Air Officer Scotland Air Vice Marshal Ross Paterson. The Queen’s Colour Squadron are performing a 36-man continuity drill display alongside 36 musicians from the Band of the Royal Air Force Regiment. In a step away from the usual displays which the Queen’s Colour Squadron are renowned for, the Royal Air Force performance at this year’s Tattoo features an integrated display where members of the Band are performing continuity drill alongside their RAF Regiment counterparts whilst playing their instruments. The Royal Air Force contingent, all normally based at Royal Air Force Northolt, Middlesex, will perform at the Tattoo throughout August, entertaining a sell-out crowd of almost 9,000 guests on 6 nights a week plus an additional Saturday night late performance. In 2017 The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo embraces a colourful theme, Splash of Tartan, playing host to a stunning array of performers from all points of the compass. In a Royal Navy lead year, we set sail with the Massed Bands of Her Majesty's Royal Marines as we celebrate the history, heritage and colour of Scotland's global family both near and far. The famed Massed Pipes & Drums will once again create their iconic sound on the esplanade, delivering some of the most iconic scenes of The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. India’s premier military band, the Indian Naval Band, will showcase the vibrant culture of their nation’s Western seaports. The Fanfare Band of the 9th French Marine Infantry Brigade will offer a traditional military ensemble, bringing their own Breton influences to the proceedings. Bringing to life the story of the Viking invasion and settlement on Shetland, Hjaltibonhoga will once again bring their fiddle music to the castle ramparts. Performing a piece written by composer Findlay MacDonald especially for this year’s theme, the Tattoo Dance Company; made up of the very best highland dancers from across the globe; will perform on the esplanade. The Japanese Ground Self Defence Force Central Band will bring their nations traditional as well as contemporary music to the evening's proceedings, while acting as the first representatives for their country at the Tattoo. The Band of The Royal Regiment of Scotland will tell the story of the Jacobites through the breathtaking piece 'Ambush in the Glen'. Turning the esplanade in to an Aircraft Carrier, The Queen’s Colour Squadron with the Band of the Royal Air Force Regiment shall showcase their exceptional musicianship and precision drills. ENDS Contact: Flight Lieutenant Doug McCorkindale Engagement Officer, Queen’s Colour Squadron (63 Squadron RAF Regiment) QCS63FP-Engagement@mod.uk Photos: Photographic Section, RAF Lossiemouth, IV31 6SD. Tel: 01343 817191

THE ROYAL AIR FORCE AT THE 2017 ROYAL EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO Royal Air Force personnel from the Queen’s Colour Squadron and the Band of the Royal Air Force Regiment are participating in this year’s Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. In attendance on Wednesday 9th August was Air Chief Marshal Sir Stephen Hillier, Chief of the Air Staff Royal Air Force; hosted by Air Officer Scotland Air Vice Marshal Ross Paterson. The Queen’s Colour Squadron are performing a 36-man continuity drill display alongside 36 musicians from the Band of the Royal Air Force Regiment. In a step away from the usual displays which the Queen’s Colour Squadron are renowned for, the Royal Air Force performance at this year’s Tattoo features an integrated display where members of the Band are performing continuity drill alongside their RAF Regiment counterparts whilst playing their instruments. The Royal Air Force contingent, all normally based at Royal Air Force Northolt, Middlesex, will perform at the Tattoo throughout August, entertaining a sell-out crowd of almost 9,000 guests on 6 nights a week plus an additional Saturday night late performance. In 2017 The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo embraces a colourful theme, Splash of Tartan, playing host to a stunning array of performers from all points of the compass. In a Royal Navy lead year, we set sail with the Massed Bands of Her Majesty's Royal Marines as we celebrate the history, heritage and colour of Scotland's global family both near and far. The famed Massed Pipes & Drums will once again create their iconic sound on the esplanade, delivering some of the most iconic scenes of The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. India’s premier military band, the Indian Naval Band, will showcase the vibrant culture of their nation’s Western seaports. The Fanfare Band of the 9th French Marine Infantry Brigade will offer a traditional military ensemble, bringing their own Breton influences to the proceedings. Bringing to life the story of the Viking invasion and settlement on Shetland, Hjaltibonhoga will once again bring their fiddle music to the castle ramparts. Performing a piece written by composer Findlay MacDonald especially for this year’s theme, the Tattoo Dance Company; made up of the very best highland dancers from across the globe; will perform on the esplanade. The Japanese Ground Self Defence Force Central Band will bring their nations traditional as well as contemporary music to the evening's proceedings, while acting as the first representatives for their country at the Tattoo. The Band of The Royal Regiment of Scotland will tell the story of the Jacobites through the breathtaking piece 'Ambush in the Glen'. Turning the esplanade in to an Aircraft Carrier, The Queen’s Colour Squadron with the Band of the Royal Air Force Regiment shall showcase their exceptional musicianship and precision drills. ENDS Contact: Flight Lieutenant Doug McCorkindale Engagement Officer, Queen’s Colour Squadron (63 Squadron RAF Regiment) QCS63FP-Engagement@mod.uk Photos: Photographic Section, RAF Lossiemouth, IV31 6SD. Tel: 01343 817191

THE ROYAL AIR FORCE AT THE 2017 ROYAL EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO Royal Air Force personnel from the Queen’s Colour Squadron and the Band of the Royal Air Force Regiment are participating in this year’s Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. In attendance on Wednesday 9th August was Air Chief Marshal Sir Stephen Hillier, Chief of the Air Staff Royal Air Force; hosted by Air Officer Scotland Air Vice Marshal Ross Paterson. The Queen’s Colour Squadron are performing a 36-man continuity drill display alongside 36 musicians from the Band of the Royal Air Force Regiment. In a step away from the usual displays which the Queen’s Colour Squadron are renowned for, the Royal Air Force performance at this year’s Tattoo features an integrated display where members of the Band are performing continuity drill alongside their RAF Regiment counterparts whilst playing their instruments. The Royal Air Force contingent, all normally based at Royal Air Force Northolt, Middlesex, will perform at the Tattoo throughout August, entertaining a sell-out crowd of almost 9,000 guests on 6 nights a week plus an additional Saturday night late performance. In 2017 The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo embraces a colourful theme, Splash of Tartan, playing host to a stunning array of performers from all points of the compass. In a Royal Navy lead year, we set sail with the Massed Bands of Her Majesty's Royal Marines as we celebrate the history, heritage and colour of Scotland's global family both near and far. The famed Massed Pipes & Drums will once again create their iconic sound on the esplanade, delivering some of the most iconic scenes of The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. India’s premier military band, the Indian Naval Band, will showcase the vibrant culture of their nation’s Western seaports. The Fanfare Band of the 9th French Marine Infantry Brigade will offer a traditional military ensemble, bringing their own Breton influences to the proceedings. Bringing to life the story of the Viking invasion and settlement on Shetland, Hjaltibonhoga will once again bring their fiddle music to the castle ramparts. Performing a piece written by composer Findlay MacDonald especially for this year’s theme, the Tattoo Dance Company; made up of the very best highland dancers from across the globe; will perform on the esplanade. The Japanese Ground Self Defence Force Central Band will bring their nations traditional as well as contemporary music to the evening's proceedings, while acting as the first representatives for their country at the Tattoo. The Band of The Royal Regiment of Scotland will tell the story of the Jacobites through the breathtaking piece 'Ambush in the Glen'. Turning the esplanade in to an Aircraft Carrier, The Queen’s Colour Squadron with the Band of the Royal Air Force Regiment shall showcase their exceptional musicianship and precision drills. ENDS Contact: Flight Lieutenant Doug McCorkindale Engagement Officer, Queen’s Colour Squadron (63 Squadron RAF Regiment) QCS63FP-Engagement@mod.uk Photos: Photographic Section, RAF Lossiemouth, IV31 6SD. Tel: 01343 817191