Ian Paice Ian Paice Ian Anderson Paice (born 29 June 1948) is an English musician, best known as the drummer of the English rock band Deep Purple. He has been the band's only constant member since its foundation. Born in Nottingham but moving south in early childhood, Paice got his first drum kit at 15. He began his professional career in the late 50s playing drums in his father's dance band. The first band he was in was called Georgie & the Rave-Ons, which after being renamed for The Shindigs released their first single featuring the 17-year-old Paice and George Adams. In
Pipes & Drums of the Royal Caledonian Society Boer War, World War I, and with numerous receiving decorations for their part in conflicts during World War II. From that point the Band became known, as they are today, as The Pipes and Drums of the Royal Caledonian Society. Pipes & Drums of the Royal Caledonian Society The Pipes & Drums of The Royal Caledonian Society of South Australia were first established in 1894 and are based in the City of Adelaide, South Australia. The pipe band plays at many community and private functions such as Street Parades, Xmas Pageants and Weddings. The band has also performed at the