: Formally adopted as the regimental quick march in 2006 .
: The tune first appeared in print in the Utah Musical Bouquet in January 1878 and later in the 1895 Gesto Collection of Highland Music , where it was titled "Scotland Forever" and designated as a "trumpet march". Scotland the Brave - Scottish Military March
Designed for movement, the song possesses the structural traits of a classic military march: : Formally adopted as the regimental quick march in 2006
: Because Highland bagpipes produce a constant stream of sound, pipers use specific melodic "ornaments"—rapid sequences of extra notes—to break up the sound and emphasize the march rhythm. : The lyrics most commonly sung today were
: The lyrics most commonly sung today were written in 1950 by Scottish journalist Cliff Hanley for singer Robert Wilson. These lyrics celebrate the natural beauty of the Highlands and the legendary bravery of Scottish warriors. Musical Characteristics
: It served as Scotland’s representation at the Commonwealth Games until 2010 and was played for the Scottish national team at the 1982, 1986, and 1990 FIFA World Cups.
: It is the authorized pipe band march of the British Columbia Dragoons in the Canadian Armed Forces and is played during reviews at U.S. institutions like The Citadel and the Virginia Military Institute.