EDINBURGH – The band also received the award for Best Band Outside the UK at the Bridge of Allan Championship.

At the individual level, RAO Band members earned top placements in the baton-bearing competition. Sergeant Nader bin Jumaan Bait Jabali secured second place, while Warrant Officer Mohammed bin Khamis Al Amri took third place in the third stage of the competition in Bridge of Allan.

Following their performance in the World Music Competition in Scotland, Alan White, Honorary Chairman of the Highland Games Festival and the Scottish Traditional Games Festival, praised the band, saying: “The Royal Army of Oman Band was absolutely fantastic.

They were without a doubt the best band in the competition by a wide margin. I sincerely hope to see them again next year. I truly believe no other band could have put on such a show, and I can only express my sincere thanks and gratitude to them.”

First Lieutenant Khalid bin Dhawi Al Subaihi from the Royal Army of Oman Band also spoke on the occasion. He stated: “The Royal Army of Oman Band presented a number of musical pieces that the audience interacted with and enjoyed, praising the level of control and coordination and the high level of technical proficiency that the band demonstrated during these competitions.”

RAO Band Undersecretary Salem bin Khamis Al Hinai said: “The participation of the Royal Army of Oman Band, representing the Sultanate of Oman, reflects the remarkable interest of Omani musical bands in the musical arts, which was presented with high discipline from the band members, thus highlighting the great harmony among its members.”

RAO Warrant Officer Arif bin Sabil Al Balushi added: “Our participation in the cities of Dundonald and Bridge of Allan witnessed remarkable public interaction. This undoubtedly demonstrates the level of professionalism and expertise that the Royal Army of Oman Band presented at this event.

This participation was characterised by military discipline and exemplary artistic performance.”