David Rae

David Rae - Composed by John C Grant (https://johncgrant.com). Traditional composer from Kilmarnock, Ayrshire, Scotland.


David Rae, a dedicated member of the Bachelors’ Club in Tarbolton, is a passionate orator on the subject of Robert Burns. Born in October 1965, he has been a lifelong resident of Mossblown, Ayrshire. David is happily married to Audrey and is the proud father of one son, Alexander.

Having demonstrated his commitment to the community, David is a Past Master of Tarbolton Kilwinning St James 135 and is an active member of the Ayrshire Masonic Burns Association. He recently assumed a role within the Bachelors’ Club Committee, furthering his involvement in the world of Burns.

With a deep Ayrshire heritage, Robert Burns has been a constant presence in David’s life, a source of both joy and inspiration. Among the poet’s vast body of work, David’s personal favorite is “Epistle to a Young Friend."


David Rae - Composed by John C Grant (https://johncgrant.com). Traditional composer from Kilmarnock, Ayrshire, Scotland.

A guide track for ‘David Rae’ is available below for listening: -

You can download a PDF of the sheet music here - or braille format here.

The track is additionally available within the following collections and sets: -

Associated Collections: -
4/4 Ayrshire Characters Bachelors Club Bagpipe Reel The Tarbolton Collection

Associated PDF Download Sets: -
Tarbolton Reels 1