To mark their 75^th anniversary the band has been working closely with Maitland Regional Museum to publish a book, and now it's ready.

75 Years: City of Maitland Pipes and Drums, written by historian and author Lawrence Henderson, reflects on events the band has played, achievements, current and past members, and their history.

City of Maitland Pipes and Drums secretary Greg Queenan said the book was important to make to preserve the band's memories, as many members are now ageing.

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The book's official launch at Maitland Regional Museum on Saturday, April 23 was well attended by about 80 people.

Mr Queenan said it was great to see so many groups and schools who the band has supported over the years come to the launch and show their support.

"If we hadn't have done it at this occasion, our 75th anniversary, it probably wouldn't have happened at all," he said.

Readers of the book will learn about the band's oldest member, Shirley Wilson, who has been an integral part of City of Maitland Pipes and Drums for 70 years.

"In a lot of ways, the band is still in existence because of Shirley's ongoing support," Mr Queenan said.

"When we had some moments where the band wasn't strong, she sourced players to come and kept the band alive."

Mr Queenan said the book has a mixture of everything, with lots of black and white and colour photos.

75 Years: City of Maitland Pipes and Drums costs $30 and can be purchased from Dr McDonald at the museum on maitlandrmuseum@gmail.com, or from Mr Queenan on john.queenan@bigpond.com.

Mr Queenan also expressed his thanks to Rhonda Nquist from PRD for her support.

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