The band is continually looking to add both new and experienced pipers and drummers to its roster.

Joining the Grade 3 Band

Those interested in joining the Grade 3 band should have a strong command of their instrument, a desire to improve through numerous practice sessions, and a competitive spirit.

Pipers interested in joining the Grade 3 Band should contact PM Byrne O’Sullivan. Some pipers might be asked to audition for the band by playing an MSR and selection of other tunes.

Drummers interested in joining the Grade 2 band should contact Robert (Rob) Adams, Jr. (D/S).

Joining the Grade 4 Band (Martin Duffy Memorial Pipe Band)

Those interested in joining the Grade 4 band should have a strong desire to learn and improve their playing, a willingness to expand their musical horizons, and a competitive spirit.

Pipers interested in joining the Grade 4 Band should contact Bob Hanley.

Drummers interested in joining the Grade 4 Band should contact Dennis Gordon.

Come Visit Monaghan

A great way to see if Monaghan is the challenge that your looking for is to stop by the day of a games or to visit one of our many practices.

The Grade 3 band primarily practices at Kelly Ryan's on Mosholu Avenue in the Bronx from 7:30 till 10:00 on Monday evenings. Additionally, outdoor rehearsals are often held in Van Cortlandt Park. Directions to all locations may be found below.

If you are interested in attending a Grade 3 practice, contact PM Byrne O’Sullivan for more information.

The Grade 4 band primarily practices at the AOH Hall on Gerritsen Avenue in Gerritsen Beach, Brooklyn from 7:00 till 9:00 on Thursday evenings. Directions to may be found below.

If you are interested in attending a Grade 4 practice, contact Bob Hanley for more information.



Rehearsal Directions
(Grade III Band):


Kelly Ryan's
57-90 Mosholu Ave.
Bronx, NY 10471-2206
(718) 548-4939


From Manhattan, or NJ via George Washington Bridge

Henry Hudson Parkway North to Broadway Exit, make right onto Broadway and a left onto Mosholu Avenue. Kelly Ryans is one block in on your left.
Or
Major Deegan (I-87) Northbound to Van Cortlandt Park South Exit. Make left off exit and then make a right onto Broadway (Elevated Train) . Proceed north on Broadway to Mosholu Ave, make left.



From Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island
Triborough Bridge to Major Deegan (see above).

Throgs Neck or Whitestone Bridge to Bruckner or Cross Bronx Expwy to Major Deegan as above, or take Bronx River Pkwy North to Mosholu Parkway. Follow Mosholu Parkway all the way across until it merges with Henry Hudson Pkwy, get off at Broadway exit, as above.



From Westchester and Connecticut
Take any highway to the Cross County Parkway west bound, to Saw Mill Pkwy South which turn into the Henry Hudson Pkwy, get off at Broadway as above, or just take Deegan (I-87) to Van Cortlandt Park South Exit, make Right off Exit and a left onto Broadway, as above.
 
Mass Transit

Metro North to Riverdale Station on Hudson line, or Metro North to Woodlawn Station on Harlem Line. Take taxi.

Subway:  Broadway #1 line north to last stop at Broadway/242nd Street. Walk, take bus or taxi the roughly 16 blocks north to Mosholu Avenue.
“A” Train to last stop – Inwood- 207th Street/Broadway. Bus or taxi the approximately 50 blocks north to Mosholu Ave



Rehearsal Directions
(Grade IV Band):


AOH Hall
2750 Gerritsen Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11229
(Gerritsen Beach)


From Manhattan or Long Island
Belt Parkway (East or West) to Ocean Parkway exit. Take Ocean Parkway north 0.9 miles. Make right onto Avenue U, and continue 1.6 miles. Turn right on Gerritsen Avenue. The hall is on your right, 0.8 miles.
 
Mass Transit
B or Q Train to King's Highway, then B31 Bus to corner of Gerritsen and Everett Avenues (2.4 miles).





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