Ben resides in Melbourne, Australia and joined the Pipes and Drums of Christchurch City in 2012 when it travelled to Basel. He is very talented, being both a superb drum major and an accomplished piper. He has been a member of the 5/6 Royal Victoria Regiment Pipes and Drums since he began his piping career. He has been both Drum Major and Pipe Major of this band.  Ben is one of Australia’s most successful Drum Majors, having won numerous competitions, including national titles.