RARE!!! No DRUM MAJOR ! Windsor Changing of the guards Irish guards band {25 07 09}

[@tonylarkin81]

The policeman leading the band of the Irish Guards, just has to be a former Irish guardsman himself..Perfect timing, and he marches with true ‘Mick’ swagger...I know the feeling...excellent.

[@GrumpyAustralian]

The cop walking in front has the swagger of a Drum Major!

[@robbyvandenbroek3663]

Australian Grumpy Top The Bobby in the front, I’m Shire he was a guard also.

[@monkeyspankerful]

He's in step too! Definitely an ex Guardsman. Makes me smile to see his swagger.

[@Rob-bz5nn]

Bet he’s ex BB!

[@pat8212]

Watched this so many times....the policeman makes it! Absolutely smashing, and as a born and bred Windsorian, I salute you all. Quis Separabit........who indeed?

[@pat8212]

Best ever video......iconic. The policeman takes charge........he leads the band and guard-change all the way to the castle, and back......he’s proud to be given the chance of doing this. Most likely he’s an ex-guardsman. Perfect...well done.......I play this again and again.....there again, I’m a Windsorian born and bred....

[@rrclerk68]

Yes it was! I'd bet the constable was former military, he carried himself with marvelous bearing throughout the parade. Who needs a drum major when you have a British Bobby with a real feel for his duty and a perfect marching step with the band!

[@adamhodges8022]

That's actually my father! He wasn't in the military but at the time this video was posted had been in the police for over 25 years and his father (my grandfather) was in the army.

[@chriz7074]

@@adamhodges8022, you like to see your dad acting as the drum major?

[@charlottecunningham2141]

@@adamhodges8022 cool!

[@trapezemusic]

Fine band. Very strong trombone section. Great to hear three American marches on this video: National Emblem, Bravura, and Hands Across the Sea. Saw them 6 years ago on their first-ever US tour. Thanks for posting.

[@NPhillips856]

I love how the officer is in step with the band the whole time. Being in marching band, I appreciate that!

[@Coldstreamer17]

doblesptag he he the drum mayor ;)

[@adamhodges8022]

That's actually my father! He wasn't in the military but at the time this video was posted had been in the police for over 25 years and his father (my grandfather) was in the army.

[@mervwhitney7229]

@@adamhodges8022 Well done your Dad. I retired from the Police 25years ago. With a marching band background, i would have loved to do that.

[@mistertofu]

Wow! That bobby was a great marcher. He even marches with his hands up and knows the left and right foot. It seems like he has previous military experience.

[@adamhodges8022]

That's actually my father!

[@2mdjr532]

@@adamhodges8022 I'd love to do His job sooner aswell

[@michelemccloskey3657]

What an honour for that copper to be leading The Micks regi band 😄

[@trapezemusic]

The officer in front of the band should be given some form of certificate of appreciation for his fine work. He is always proudly n step regardless of which band is playing.

[@adamhodges8022]

That's actually my father!

[@kimslau]

No Drum Major but the Police Officer did well, in step and displayed respect I applaud him.

[@emptyangel]

I've seen the same exact police officer in other videos, he's awesome. The only one to march in time with the music! :D

[@adamhodges8022]

That's actually my father!

[@Rob-bz5nn]

Bet he’s ex BB!

[@militaryevents107]

@@adamhodges8022 thAts amazin

[@georgemckee898]

Police officer needs promoted.

[@Insperato62]

Love the Band of the Irish Guards - always sound as if they're about to go off to a party. Never fail to cheer me up. Certainly got the best swagger down The Mall. The Constable would be attached to Thames Valley Police.

[@Yeah95607]

Insperato62 I agree, they always play like they have something to prove and they always do!

[@marke8006]

I like that the Police Officer is keeping in step with the Guards. Drum Major in disguise?!?! 💂🏻‍♂️

[@adam3rdcanvey]

He's a top copper... LEGEND!

[@trapezemusic]

Very nicely done, as usual. The constable does a great job. He is so much more effective than the always-out-step policewoman that appears from time to time. Interesting that three of the marches are American: National Emblem, Bravura, and Hands Across the Sea. Keep up the great work.

[@anzacday4141]

Wonderful without an official Drum Major. The Bobby walking in front does have the swagger of a Drum Major!. I guarantee you that he was a former Military man as he is in step with the Band & Troupe all the way. Well done Mr Policeman. And yes, am sure he was playing the role of a Deputy Drum Major (look at the smile on his face)

[@mistertofu]

Anzac Day Yeah! His arms were going up like he was marching too! It's very cool.

[@grahamdunstan2595]

Anzac D

[@aislingmichaelaoneill1028]

A Drum Constable! How droll!

[@Hide.the.Salami]

HA I've never seen that before... it looks a damn sight better than the usual shuffle-waddle, really makes the PC look more the part.

[@ronniemacarthur7698]

This policeman should be on duty for the bands marching. He was in step all the way and makes a change from the shuffling officers who normally are in attendance.

[@bob4116]

It seems obvious to me that the policeman is a veteran, and from the pride he exhibits, he may have been part of this unit. This would certainly be a detail that I would volunteer for. What a wonderful job!

[@adamhodges8022]

That's actually my father! He wasn't in the military but at the time this video was posted had been in the police for over 25 years and his father (my grandfather) was in the army.

[@Nathan.150]

@@adamhodges8022 means nothing pal, he’s saying he’s in step

[@trapezemusic]

I saw this fine band two weeks ago in New Brunswick, NJ. They are on their first-ever tour of the USA. Outstanding performance on stage: Music of England, Scotland, Ireland, and Wales. As always, thanks for a great video.

[@1foxtrot70]

I think the constable is ex-military bringing credit to the military in which he obviously served, his fellow constables, and himself. From an American who has served in the military I salute you.

[@adamhodges8022]

That's actually my father! He wasn't in the military but at the time this video was posted had been in the police for over 25 years and his father (my grandfather) was in the army.

[@aislingmichaelaoneill1028]

What a good example to other police officers! Not only his bearing but also his turnout. He’s clearly an armed forces veteran. 👏🏼🤝👮‍♂️

[@adamhodges8022]

That's actually my father! He wasn't in the military but at the time this video was posted had been in the police for over 25 years and his father (my grandfather) was in the army.

[@windy344]

Your father is obviously a man of dignity and bearing,, you have a wonderful example to emulate, and to treasure. 👍

[@emptyangel]

He REALLY seems to be enjoying himself. Which is understandable because how often do you get to 'lead' a military band? I wouldn't mind doing his job any day.

[@chriz7074]

I’d love doing it!

[@BlauAlder]

Have just discovered this excellent site and enjoying the music. The policeman steals the show on this video though,i like the way he right wheel,s inside the barrack gates, disappears and reappears to stand to attention while the band and guard pass, brilliant! Keep up the good work WS.

[@beakytzw]

Spot the Ex-Army chap in the Highvis vest ;) keep step all the way. Excellent videos many thanks

[@pat8212]

Irish Guards’ band.....THE very best......with my granddad’s Grenadier Guard’s band from the early1900s coming a very close second.. granddad was a boy soldier, having joined at the age of 14 years. He signed on for 12 years, learning to play drum and fife during that time. He was stationed at Victoria Barracks: met granny and they married. They lived in Duke Street, Windsor, and produced six boys and two girls.....my dad was one of those boys. Great and fond memories of Windsor and realising now how much a great part of Windsorians’ lives have been affected by so many of the soldiers stationed in both barracks, Combermere and Victoria. Many thanks to the supplier of this great video.

[@adamhodges8022]

About the policeman...That's actually my father! He wasn't in the military but at the time this video was posted had been in the police for over 25 years and his father (my grandfather) was in the army.

[@jonelilinda]

Thankyou windsor soldier for your great videos. I am a long time fan of British Military Bands, Ex Patriot Brit living in Oregon USA, I play your vidoes nearly every day to remind me of home RULE BRITANNIA

[@1chish]

Was thinking he must be ex Mil because he even kept in step marching backwards! Looks the part as well. Good man!

[@adamhodges8022]

That's actually my father! He wasn't in the military but at the time this video was posted had been in the police for over 25 years and his father (my grandfather) was in the army.

[@1chish]

@@adamhodges8022 Blimey small world! Compliments to you Dad then. 👍

[@Rob-bz5nn]

Ex BB I wonder!

[@Voltaire8559]

The pedestrians are just marching along with the red jackets haha very nice

[@MrDanmeyers]

I love this every time I watch it.

[@FinlaysWorld]

Nor me! We don't get much military up here, maybe the odd remembrance day parade to lead out, but nothing else. I always used to love a bit of ceremonial, gets the whole body going! Hence me being addicted to these videos!

[@victam]

I want to see more of that Bobby!

[@adamhodges8022]

That's actually my father! He wasn't in the military but at the time this video was posted had been in the police for over 25 years and his father (my grandfather) was in the army.

[@victam]

@@adamhodges8022 I hope he’s enjoying a retirement after so many years of public dedication

[@imperialbari]

Thank you very much! In Denmark we have the commanding officer at the rear, you apparently have him in front of the column. So this makes sense. Yet I have to say that the execution of the Escort in! order looks somewhat more dignified than with the opposite order.

[@Emirsyahsatria]

I forgot the name of this march, Is it there? (March & Went To Windsor) -0:21=National Emblem (BAGLEY) -1:52=Bravura -3:20=Great Little Army (Return To Barracks) - 4:09=Colchester Castle - 4:54=Hand Across The Sea - 6:30=Blue Plume.

[@williamjohnson7699]

the last march they play entering the barracks is called 'Blue Plume' it's a Irish Guards march

[@berndrudolfdiers8459]

Hello, first sorry for my bad englisch. The march you heared is called "National Emblem" and comosed in 1902 by Edwin Bagley. It is an american march, which is often played by american mmilitary bands. In the beginning of the march the composer used opening part of the american national anthem. Greatings from Germany

[@wcryan31]

I have noticed in most of the Windsor guard mount videos that many mothers (or maybe just the same mothers) seem to parade thir children in a stroller (pram?) as the guard and band march to and from Windsor Castle. It's rather quaint.

[@martinshea7673]

Its one of the local Nursery schools from along the road the kids are fantastic we look forward to seeing them again post covid

[@chatham6]

Briliant WS ! The band is Irish Guards and the New Guard is from the Army Air Corps. The "running woman" is ordered to protect the Colours during the march through the streets. In the old days each Guard would carry its Colour, but that custom has been abolished. Note the order "Out the Escort' before she and her fellow soldier start "running". She and he form as from that moment the "Escort for the Colour".

[@steveellis9065]

chatham6 the colour is never used at the Windsor Guard change, but still is used at the Buckingham Palace Guard change.

[@dcv1894]

Does anyone who the 'Marching Policeman' is and where he works ???

[@williamjohnson7699]

Most likely a Thames Valley copper

[@georgeb7948]

Police man was brilliant and very respectful, definitely ex military.

[@pentran100]

The Policeman is the missing drum major!😀

[@markblenkinsop4295]

Ty for saying something about that copper bet he was ex military I do the same on remembrance Sunday I'm ex artillary

[@lippy2032]

Happy days!!

[@wcryan31]

The two soldiers are the escort to the color, which is mounted every time they are marching to and from guard mount. At about 1:20 you can hear a command that sounds like "Escort Out." Then the two guards run to take their place next to the officer with the sword. The sword represents, I think, the regimental colors, so the two are gurading the colors while marching. When they get to Windsor, the command is given "Escort In," and the to escorts return to their original places. Ditto on return

[@williamjohnson7699]

Mount the Escort..

[@SaluteToQueen]

The gate guards has saluted to the coming and returning guards. Also the two guards are the 'Escorts to the Ensign'.

[@emptyangel]

Also, did the the police officer flash you a thumbs up at 0:04? Or was it aimed at some one else.

[@maverick4220]

The police officer at the front thinks he's taken over as Drum Major lmfao.

[@HarryHazz]

He escorts the Guards, he is there to make sure that nobody gets in the way, same as the rest of them. He doesn't need to be in step but it looks alot smarter if he is.

[@martinshea7673]

On occasions one of the council volunteer ceremonial wardens slips onto the back like the ex coldstreamer he is, his shoes are like glass, you could cut yourself in his creases in trousers and shirt, and he is perfectly in step.

[@MrDanmeyers]

I've watched this clip many times and just noticed that all the pedestrians are in step--both directions

[@peterdopson9193]

A lot of Fantastic comments, The only thing I'd like to know is, why isn't there a Drum Major?

[@adrongoddard7479]

Loved the copper!! (usually they just shuffle along side the parade) Obviously ex military. Back straight, neck back in collar and swinging those arms👍

[@Greensleeves1234]

I couldn't stop smiling!

[@IQuanaCentersnare]

second piece they played there is called: Bravura

[@gavsky23]

Think you are right, definitely a military bearing to that PC. Without a Drum Major I am surprised that the Officer doesn't step-in just to keep everything ticking over, after all he is just marching along in the band! But then professional as always, the Irish Guards do fine without. Which maybe tells you something about how useful Officers are... ;-)

[@katerinakempb8217]

The PC he did well, lol maybe ex band member, good vid Irish Guard didn't mind marched an played right along with him.

[@adamhodges8022]

That's actually my father! He wasn't in the military but at the time this video was posted had been in the police for over 25 years and his father (my grandfather) was in the army.

[@savytec452]

Definitely got to be ex forces, by the way he breaks off as he enters the Barracks at the end, and can march properly

[@Insperato62]

No Drum Major - but they followed the Police Officer very well :) Mind you, he makes a good effort I think.

[@somebloke7056]

My God how lucky must you be to see that.

[@seandonnell5171]

I love the police officer walking infront he looks like he was in the army ha ha!

[@bouncer463]

10 to 1 the old bill in front is an ex squaddie, keep it up matey.

[@Alpacadundee]

Spot on, the idea is to guard the colours, normally when out in the street away from the barracks. For example, have seen it done as guards regiments march out of Buckinham Palace, as they come through the gate, the Escort to the Colours run forward to take position beside the colours with rifles at the high port.

[@hvsteve1]

Actually, it's the other way around. Bagley took twelve notes of the Star Spangled Banner and included it in the opening of "The National Emblem" march. The triple section led by four A notes in the low brass is used by the U.S. Military when presenting colors.

[@martialmusic]

The lead march is National Emblem by Bagley - third most played march in the USA [after Stars and Stripes Forever and Washington Post - both by Sousa] Bob M Houston Texas

[@kimslau]

The Cop at 12 mins is actually OK at least he's keeping in step.

[@SPrescott2611]

I think its nice to see the police marching, they too have very limited parade experience in the police force. I think the police should march with the bands, if they don't it can look untidy. good for him

[@Jungleloyalscouse]

Makes you proud to be British.

[@meadowlands1937]

If the police think it's necessary to become part of the procession they should show respect for the history and tradition. The behaviour of the constable in this video should be the standard for all.

[@hermanntuinstra1]

Evert leuk je tegen te komen, groetjes Hermann

[@lesliehall7683]

Proper policeman tall,tidy and can march,funny how so many people have made a comment about him

[@YellowFishTrading]

The police officer was really into it. And he was never out of step. I was thinking the same thing as 1chish, probably ex- military.

[@patlarkin3592]

The band of the Irish Guards is one of the finest you will see and hear. The Grenadiers also know their stuff. Two examples of the foot regiments' greatest marching bands. The policeman leading this band surely once served with the Irish Guards, the Micks. His swagger is 100% Irish Guards!

[@adamhodges8022]

That's actually my father! He wasn't in the military but at the time this video was posted had been in the police for over 25 years and his father (my grandfather) was in the army.

[@marilynvandererf86]

What a great band love the music they played

[@Tomcat425uk]

@abwo47 Two white stripes = Lance Corporal. Three white stripes = Lance Sergeant. Three gold stripes = Sergeant. A rank structure peculiar to the Household Division.

[@fredmerkur2562]

Nice :) It seems, this Bobby was trained in military marches :D And, btw, Irish Guards, Celtics?.. Do your own way...! (Y) for Ireland ! Greets from Germany

[@adamhodges8022]

That's actually my father! He wasn't in the military but at the time this video was posted had been in the police for over 25 years and his father (my grandfather) was in the army.

[@langet46]

If that Bobby isn't an ex-squaddie I'll eat one of those bearskins!

[@abwo47]

Good band and indeed: that constable must be an ex serviceman! I enjoyed the way he lead the way for that marvelous band. Can anyone explain me why some sergeants do have golden stripes on their sleeves and onthers silver?

[@moj6241]

abwo47 the household division doesn't officially have the ranks of Lcpl and Cpl. so a Lcpl in the guards is a Cpl, with two silver stripes, a Cpl in the guards is called a lance Sargent, and has three silver stripes, a regular sgt has three gold stripes. All goes back to queen Victoria and something about how the guards shouldn't have the rank of Lcpl, but Cpl

[@thaithommy]

all the courage .....

[@abwo47]

@Tomcat425uk Okido, thanks a lot!!

[@emptyangel]

@Rjeff100 Everyday in the summer, every other day for the rest of the year.

[@andyhandy1]

Your right the Policeman is the star, he must be ex Army?

[@tombenson5886]

I believe the piece is National Emblem!

[@brucerobb6255]

Very smart Police Office. Must be ex services. Well Done.

[@laguna3fase4]

The tune is called National Emblem.

[@historex54tamiya]

On parade the Drum Major leads the band, although he is usually the senior member of the Corps of Drums, his appointment is to the band. I would expect nothing better from the Guards though, you would never see a Royal Marine Band on parade without a Drum Major.

[@mayhem380]

+historex54tamiya That's cos the bootnecks aren't workshy! ;)

[@historex54tamiya]

Actually that has happened in the past. On the Plymouth Hoe if the Bugkers were needed at the memorial then the band marched, with drum major, from the Citadel to the Hoe, admittedly it's a short distance but the band still played, the Coros of Drums then joined the band after the Last Post for the march back. And I agree, far better :-)

[@piperstune]

Ahhhh some John Phillip Sousa very nice they did a good job......A Marine

[@psicevc]

the bobbies 100% ex military, NICE ONE!

[@martytrain]

Drum majors primarily march in front of a corps of drums not a military band although it does seem a bit odd.The Policeman seems to fulfill the role very well.

[@davidharrison3405]

looked like the copper leading the march was enjoying it in step all the way good on him

[@Coldstreamer17]

lol at 1st I thought they were playing Anchors Aweigh!!

[@SuperNutkin]

First March is National Emblem .......

[@philipmoores5202]

What was the name of the March as they went up to the Castle (3min 23 sec)

[@dayongraves8538]

is that Victoria Barracks?

[@patlarkin3592]

Victoria Barracks, Windsor, BERKS. Marching to the castle to change the guard then marching the old guard back to Victoria Barracks. It has been this way for years and years and will carry on forever. The Irish Guards are my husband's regiment and his father's before him. Their swagger is world-famous. Well done 'The Micks'.

[@emptyangel]

As far as I know, the DoM only marches behind the Drum Major in other bands, not in the bands of the foot guards. Unless it's a special occasion, even than it rarely happens. To answer your other question, I would imagine the DoM doesn't know the mace drills and hand gestures. On top of that, he is an officer.

[@TASHKENTGOATMAN]

Tere is no way that police officer leaned to march in the police like that...well done to him... hes got to be ex...military

[@SuperNutkin]

To answer a few questions raised below, the first march is National Emblem, and the march at 3.30. is Great Little Army, I think. Military Bands can march without a Drum Major leading them, but he's there for a number of reasons, such as directing them where they go and bringing them to the halt when required by giving signals, plus giving the signal with the Drum Major's "staff" (it's called a "staff", not a "mace") when to finish one piece of music (it's called a "March", and not a "song" or "tune" as someone on here described it) ...... SuperNutkin

[@enzofabrizi5128]

The route would have been discussed before the parade (probably even if the D Maj was leading). The musical direction (starting a march, ending a march) would come from signals given by the D Maj, observed by the Bass Drummer and then the Bass Drummer would give specific bass drum signals at the appropriate time for the band to start or stop in unison. I wonder why there was no Drum Major leading? GREAT sound and superb drill!

[@Drummy1945]

I preferred 'Great Little Army' and 'Colonel Bogey' myself It is just possible you know that the Policeman IS a Guardsman yoyu know,m there are a lot of them in the Police? Is a Guardsman?....well we never say ex- Guardsman in the Household Division - we join for life! I am almost 82, and still regard myself as a Grenadier Drum Major!

[@steveellis9065]

RODNEY ANGELL-BAKER he could of been in any branch of the armed forces.

[@kurayoshii]

A couple of questions if I may. Why the soldiers at the barracks gate don't stand to attention and salute when the parading troops pass by ? Or isn't that usual in British Armed Forces ? Another question is why two soldiers run from the rear of the platoon to the front ? I have never seen this except in the British. Best regards.

[@stark8818]

@gtmcmaster1977 put a mace in that bobby's hands and he will do great lol

[@loppux]

Wonder if they had to pay to get into that courtyard like every one is today. One used to be able to just walk in here, see some nice buildings and the view from the terrace ...and now? Well the owners have cover the expense of all that triple-glazing what with all the planes flying low overhead...

[@TheRoyalGamer14]

the star spangled banner has the tune of an old British song

[@hans2406]

The marching police officer is in fact a dressed up member of the guards.

[@koolyman]

Police are also indeed trained in drill.

[@gaiusmarius4112]

Yea, he knows how to march lol

[@GrumpyAustralian]

+koolyman Some not very well.

[@steveellis9065]

A lot of police are ex military

[@koolyman]

They are taught drill in basic training

[@Sn0wc4t]

I suspect a Drum Major got made redundant that day. ;-) Kudos to the cop, this obviously wasn't his first parade... Apologies for my ignorance but I'm another that's curious :- What's with the riflemen changing between the front and rear ranks? I'm assuming there's a reason but I've no idea what it would be.

[@steveellis9065]

Sn0wc4t The Drum Major May have been on operational duties as he and the band members are all front line soldiers or medics. With the corporals they start in the ranks, then as leaving the barracks or Royal residence the RSM will shout “out the escort” ordering them to run forward. The Captain of the guard (or in the case of Buckingham Palace, the Regimental Colour) only need protection between the Barracks and the royal residences, so on arrival at one of the following the RSM shouts “in the escort” and the Corporals return to the ranks.

[@imperialbari]

I have a question for those knowing British military parade and guard rules. In some KZbin videos I have seen soldiers running from the rear to the front of the guard column when leaving the barrack grounds. At first I thought it was about soldiers being late out of their dorms and trying to catch up. In this video the incident starts at 1.23. A female soldier is very visible on the near side, but a male soldier does the same move one the far side of the column.

[@williamjohnson7699]

It's to mount the "Escort" they march infront or a few paces infront of the officer that's leading the troops the officer gives the command to "mount the Escort" they always do it when leaving barracks/castles/palaces when on arrival the escorting troops break off and stand to the side or break off and regroup to March back in

[@steveellis9065]

Or when the guard change is at Buckingham Palace they escort the colour as that takes presidency over the Captain if the Guard

[@dcv1894]

@danmeyers55 He is not 'The Chief Constable' just a good one

[@shannondelaney3298]

how do they no were there guided escort is going?

[@gavsky23]

Ha, think he was waiting for the okay from Windsorsoldiers before everyone set-off! ;-)