Year of birth: 1946 Place of birth: Ballymena Occupation: Driver Date of joining FMMPB: 2002

Frank Andrews is the band’s trusted drone tuner and is widely renowned in pipe band circles for having an exceptional aptitude for producing great sound. Frank’s experience, unique ability and humble nature have made him a great resource to the band and to Richard Parkes. With every major win for FMM, Frank has been at the heart of it, working behind the scenes to provide invaluable assistance for which the band is greatly indebted.

Some facts about Frank:

• Frank began piping at the age of 11 and was taught by Sammy Spence of Portglenone. His major piping influences include Jim and Davey Gordon, Bob Shepherd MBE, and Ian McLellan BEM.
• Frank was the Pipe Major of McNeillstown Pipe Band for 30 years, 20 of which were spent in Grade 1. During Frank’s time as Pipe Major, the band were Lorient Festival Champions 4 times, All Ireland Champions 4 times, the first and only Grade 2 band to win the Grade 1 Ulster Championships in 1980, Grade 1 Ulster Champions many times, Grade 2 World Champions in 1978 and were 4th in Grade 1 at the Europeans in 1984 and 1993 and 6th in Grade 1 at the World Pipe Band Championships in 1982. 
• Frank's favourite composer is Ryan Canning and his favourite FMM performance was the World Pipe Band Championships in 2004. 
• Frank is a keen Manchester United fan and his favourite personalities include George Best and Harry Gregg.
• Unbeknownst to many, Frank is a regular singer with the 1st Port Glenone Church Praise Band and Ballymena Presbyterian Male Voice Choir.
• In addition to Frank’s drone assistance, he has also been known to be one of a select few who can act as a calming influence on Richard when the pressure is on!

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