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The name Roisin Dubh is Irish for the "Little Dark Rose" or
the "Dark Rosaleen." It is pronounced - 'Ro - sheen Doo.' When the expression of Irish patriotic poetry and song
was outlawed during Ireland's troubled and turbulent past, the Irish bards would disguise their patriotic poetry as love songs.
The object of affection would be a symbol of Ireland for example, "Shan Van Vocht", "Grania Vaile", Cathleen ni Houlihan"
and "Roisin Dubh". "Roisin Dubh" allowed the Irish to sing of their pride and love of Ireland, thereby helping
to keep Irish culture alive.
Since such metaphors as "Roisin Dubh" were originated
for the sole purpose of protecting and preserving the love of Ireland, its culture and heritage, it is fitting that our band,
dedicated to preserving the musical culture of the Gael, adopted the symbolic name of Roisin Dubh. Equally fitting
is the color selected for our kilts, the deep maroon of a dark rose.
The Roisin Dubh Irish Pipe Band was formed in
1980 and made its debut at the 1981 Grand Marshal's Ball at St. Mary's Hall for the East Islip St. Patrick's Day Parade.
In 2006 the band will be celebrating it's silver anniversary. All past marching member will be receiving an invitation to
attend a celebration honoring this prestigious milestone in the band's history. The Roisin Dubh has become a fixture on Long
Island and in the metropolitan area. We perform at a variety of town parades, Hibernian functions, competitions and feisanna. Through the years Roisin Dubh has won many awards and competitions and
continues to compete. In addition, the band can be hired for private functions such as weddings, holiday parties, birthday
parties, etc.
The band is competing at the Grade IV and V Levels.
If you are interested in joining the band,hiring the full band or have need
for Bagpipes at your function please contact our Pipe Major, Bill Lepage at pipemajor@rdpb.com .
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