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New Tune: Field of Gold (Piobaireachd)

Jul 29, 2014 Jori Chisholm Downloads, Piobaireachd, Tunes, Videos 1

Today's post features a modern Piobaireachd written by the famous Pipe Major Donald MacLeod – Field of Gold. Included is a video performance of the tune, an audio lesson with a complete breakdown...

Interview with Jori Chisholm

Jul 25, 2014 Jori Chisholm Best of the Internet, Competing & Performing, Expression, Piobaireachd 0

I was recently interviewed by David Hester. David has contributed to the Studio with his MacDonald Piper series — an alternative approach to Piobaireachd playing. David asked me some interesting...

New Tune: Pipe Major Donald MacLean of Lewis (6/8 March)

Jul 20, 2014 Jori Chisholm Audio Recordings, Downloads, Learning Tunes, Tunes, Videos 8

Today's post features an excellent 6/8 March written by the famous Pipe Major Donald MacLeod – Pipe Major Donald MacLean of Lewis. Included is a complete recording of the tune, an audio lesson with...

All About Drone Reeds

Jul 14, 2014 Jori Chisholm Bagpipe Set Up, Special Offers, Tone & Tuning, Videos 52

The drone sound is a critical part of the overall tone of your instrument. Your drone reeds are a critical component in determining your drone sound and your comfort and enjoyment in playing your...

Keep things cool when playing your pipes in the heat

Jul 11, 2014 Jori Chisholm Bagpipe Set Up, Competing & Performing, Tone & Tuning 12

Here on the West Coast we are approaching the hottest time of the year. And this weekend, we have a bit of a heat wave, with the recent forecasts for tomorrow's Kamloops Games approaching 100 degrees...

A new method for memorizing tunes.

Jul 06, 2014 Jori Chisholm Audio Recordings, Competing & Performing, Learning Tunes, Piobaireachd 3

Memorization is an essential skill for all pipers. Unlike musicians in other traditions, pipers nearly always play their tunes from memory. In performance or competition, it's essential that your...

How to keep your bag from slipping

Jun 27, 2014 Jori Chisholm Bagpipe Set Up, Equipment & Gear, Videos 0

Today's post features some tips to help you keep your bag from slipping down as you play. One of the keys to an enjoyable performance is an instrument that is set up properly and fits you well. An...

New Exercise: Advanced E Strike Progression

Jun 13, 2014 Jori Chisholm Exercises, Fingering & Technique, Uncategorized, Videos 1

Today's post features a series of exercises to improve the strength, control and precision of the ring finger on your top hand. For most of us, the ring finger is the least coordinated of our...

What is Deliberate Practice?

Jun 08, 2014 Jori Chisholm Community and Interactive, General Discussion, Practice Tips, Videos 38

Let's revisit an important topic: deliberate practice. Deliberate practice is different than just playing your pipes. In his Fortune magazine cover story, Geoff Colvin defines deliberate practice as:...

How to build a great pipe band medley

Jun 03, 2014 Jori Chisholm Audio Recordings, Competing & Performing, Videos 5

The pipe band medley has become the ultimate expression of a pipe band's creativity and musical vision. Over the past few decades, the pipe band has evolved to greater levels of sophistication, using...

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