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South Carolina first responders keep bagpipe tradition alive through service band
By Loren Korn at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 7, 2026
· 2 min read
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (Aging Untold) — A bagpipe and drum band in South Carolina is carrying on a tradition rooted in more than 170 years of first responder history. The Coastal Carolina Shields Pipes and Drums is a service band composed primarily of fire and police personnel. The tradition traces b...
Key takeaway (Aging Untold) — A bagpipe and drum band in South Carolina is carrying on a tradition rooted in more than 170 years of first responder history.
Why this matters in The Nashville
While the Coastal Carolina Shields Pipes and Drums is based in South Carolina, the tradition of bagpipe bands in first responder communities has relevance to Nashville 's own public safety landscape. Nashville's fire and police departments have a strong sense of camaraderie and shared heritage, which is reflected in the city's various community events and ceremonies. The idea of a service band like the Coastal Carolina Shields Pipes and Drums could potentially resonate with Nashville's first responders, who may be interested in exploring similar cultural and musical expressions. Furthermore, the charitable work of the band, including fundraisers and toy drives, aligns with the community-oriented spirit of Nashville's public safety agencies. As Nashville continues to grow and diversify, it may be worth exploring how cultural traditions like bagpipe bands can be used to foster unity and community engagement among the city's first responders.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (Aging Untold) — A bagpipe and drum band in South Carolina is carrying on a tradition rooted in more than 170 years of first responder history. The Coastal Carolina Shields Pipes and Drums is a service band composed primarily of fire and police personnel. The tradition traces b...
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