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Category Archive: Audio Recordings, Expression, Practice Tips, Tunes

Expression of Strathspeys

Expression of Strathspeys

Sep 19, 2011 Jori Chisholm Audio Recordings, Expression, Practice Tips, Tunes 17

Previously, we looked at Strathspey Triplets -- GDEs gracenote combinations.  Because of their rhythm, technique, and unique style of expression, strathspeys are some of the greatest and most...
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In-Depth Analysis of a New Tune: Highland Wedding (2/4 March)

In-Depth Analysis of a New Tune: Highland Wedding (2/4 March)

Sep 14, 2011 Jori Chisholm Community and Interactive, Downloads, Featured, Learning Tunes, Tune Workshop, Tunes, Videos 3

Today's featured tune is the classic six-parted (!) 2/4 march: Highland Wedding. Download the sheet music for Highland Wedding. Print yourself at least two copies. Here's a video of the SFU Pipe...
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New Tune:  The Macraes of Achmore

New Tune: The Macraes of Achmore

Sep 07, 2011 Jori Chisholm Audio Recordings, Downloads, Learning Tunes, Tunes, Videos 15

I've had many requests for the sheet music for my composition The Macraes of Achmore.  Here it is for the first time, exclusively for members of the BagpipeLessons.com Studio! The tune was featured...
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Jigs & Hornpipes (70 Minute Seminar)

Jigs & Hornpipes (70 Minute Seminar)

Jun 14, 2011 Jori Chisholm Audio Recordings, Downloads, Fingering & Technique, Learning Tunes, Practice Tips, Seminars, Tunes 5

I thought this time of year might be a perfect time to revisit this seminar recording.  Enjoy! Last spring I taught a 70-minute seminar called Jigs & Hornpipes. Take a listen to the audio...
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Find published sources for tunes

Find published sources for tunes

Jun 12, 2011 Jori Chisholm Best of the Internet, Learning Tunes, Tunes 2

Here's a great online resource for finding published sources for tunes. Check it out: Ceolas Tune Index Search Just type in your keywords and see what comes up. For example, a search for the words...
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Discover the hidden patterns in your tunes.  (New tune: Cullen Bay)

Discover the hidden patterns in your tunes. (New tune: Cullen Bay)

Jun 10, 2011 Jori Chisholm Community and Interactive, Downloads, Learning Tunes, Tune Workshop, Tunes, Videos 10

Ask any piper if they know a tune in the 5/4 time signature.  If they do, it is probably Cullen Bay.  (It's the only tune I know of in that time signature.)  The creation of Cullen Bay is somewhat...
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Appalachian Pipe Tunes

Appalachian Pipe Tunes

May 23, 2011 Jori Chisholm Audio Recordings, Best of the Internet, Tunes 6

Timothy Cummings has published some great Appalachian tunes for the pipes. Listen to some of the the tunes or view the sheet music for the tune Sandy Boys. Scotland's National Piping Centre featured...
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Learning Tunes Made Easy (90 Minute Seminar)

Learning Tunes Made Easy (90 Minute Seminar)

May 17, 2011 Jori Chisholm Audio Recordings, Downloads, Learning Tunes, Practice Tips, Seminars, Tunes 16

I recently taught a 90-minute seminar called Learning Tunes Made Easy. Take a listen to the audio recording of the entire course and the questions and answers. Author: Jori ChisholmJori Chisholm is...
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Self-recording: Take Two

Self-recording: Take Two

Mar 20, 2011 Jori Chisholm Learning Tunes, Self-Recording, Tunes 28

Today's focus: Make recordings of your three tunes. As you learned back in Week One, self-recording followed by careful listening can be one of the best methods for making big improvements in your...
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The Dot-Cut

The Dot-Cut

Mar 08, 2011 Jori Chisholm Expression, Fingering & Technique, Learning Tunes, Tunes, Videos 46

Here on the Studio, we have looked at many tunes in depth.  In the coming days, we'll be looking at even more, including reels.  Reels fall into two basic categories: round (no dot-cuts) and...
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Videos

  • The Dawning of the Day (Two Versions:  4/4 March and Slow Air)
    The Dawning of the Day (Two Versions: 4/4 March and Slow...

    May 10, 2018 0

  • Learn the Pipes Video Lesson #7:  High G Doublings
    Learn the Pipes Video Lesson #7: High G Doublings

    Apr 23, 2018 0

  • Learn the Pipes Video Lesson #5:  Introduction to Rhythms
    Learn the Pipes Video Lesson #5: Introduction to Rhythms

    Apr 19, 2018 0

  • Two New Hornpipes:  Duncan Johnstone & The Scotsaire Hornpipe
    Two New Hornpipes: Duncan Johnstone & The Scotsaire...

    Oct 20, 2017 0

  • New Strathspey & Reel:  Maggie Cameron & Sandy Cameron
    New Strathspey & Reel: Maggie Cameron & Sandy...

    Mar 28, 2017 0

  • Learn tunes faster with this easy and quick method of taking notes on your tunes
    Learn tunes faster with this easy and quick method of taking...

    Jan 25, 2017 2

  • The Stronger, Fitter Piper #5:  More Exercises for Shoulder Strength and Mobility (HD Video)
    The Stronger, Fitter Piper #5: More Exercises for Shoulder...

    Nov 30, 2016 0

  • Strathspeys:  Everything Explained, Simplified, and Made Clear (HD Video Masterclass)
    Strathspeys: Everything Explained, Simplified, and Made...

    Oct 12, 2016 1

  • The Stronger, Fitter Piper #4:  Strengthening Your Shoulder Girdle (HD Video)
    The Stronger, Fitter Piper #4: Strengthening Your Shoulder...

    Sep 29, 2016 0

  • Introducing The Piper’s Ultimate Reed Poker (HD Video)
    Introducing The Piper’s Ultimate Reed Poker (HD Video)

    Aug 03, 2016 0

Exercises

  • Learn the Pipes Video Lesson #7:  High G Doublings
    Learn the Pipes Video Lesson #7: High G Doublings

    Apr 23, 2018 0

  • New Exercise: Little Finger Control
    New Exercise: Little Finger Control

    Jun 13, 2017 0

  • New Exercise: Power Crossings with Doublings from All Notes
    New Exercise: Power Crossings with Doublings from All Notes

    Apr 17, 2017 0

  • How to Identify and Fix Every Crossing Noise
    How to Identify and Fix Every Crossing Noise

    Nov 22, 2016 10

  • Fix One of Piping’s Biggest Problems With This Simple and Powerful New Practice Method
    Fix One of Piping’s Biggest Problems With This Simple...

    Jun 02, 2016 4

  • Fix any technique problem with this simple five-step method
    Fix any technique problem with this simple five-step method

    May 17, 2016 0

  • Piobaireachd Master Class: Too Long in This Condition (70 minute seminar)
    Piobaireachd Master Class: Too Long in This Condition (70...

    Mar 08, 2016 0

  • Why do most pipers struggle with this rhythmic pattern?
    Why do most pipers struggle with this rhythmic pattern?

    Feb 12, 2016 0

  • Discussion:  Which exercises do you practice most often?
    Discussion: Which exercises do you practice most often?

    Dec 20, 2015 15

  • Revisiting Your Practice Checklist
    Revisiting Your Practice Checklist

    Jun 24, 2015 32

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Recent Posts

  • The Dawning of the Day (Two Versions:  4/4 March and Slow Air)
    The Dawning of the Day (Two Versions: 4/4 March and Slow...

    May 10, 2018 0

  • Learn the Pipes Video Lesson #7:  High G Doublings
    Learn the Pipes Video Lesson #7: High G Doublings

    Apr 23, 2018 0

  • Learn the Pipes Video Lesson #6:  Your First Tune — Scots Wha Hae
    Learn the Pipes Video Lesson #6: Your First Tune — Scots...

    Apr 21, 2018 2

  • Learn the Pipes Video Lesson #5:  Introduction to Rhythms
    Learn the Pipes Video Lesson #5: Introduction to Rhythms

    Apr 19, 2018 0

  • Two New Hornpipes:  Duncan Johnstone & The Scotsaire Hornpipe
    Two New Hornpipes: Duncan Johnstone & The Scotsaire...

    Oct 20, 2017 0

Recent Comments

  • Edwin Gonzalez on Learn the Pipes Video Lesson #6: Your First Tune — Scots Wha Hae
  • Peter McCalister on Competition Strathspeys and Reels (HD Videos)
  • Peter McCalister on Unleash the Power of Consistent Action
  • Peter McCalister on What this puppy can teach you about keeping your hands relaxed.
  • Matthew Lazor on Learn the Pipes Video Lesson #2: Gracenotes
  • Jori Chisholm on Learn the Pipes Video Lesson #2: Gracenotes
  • Kevin on Learn the Pipes Video Lesson #2: Gracenotes
  • Matthew Lazor on Learn the Pipes Video Lesson #2: Gracenotes
  • Kevin on Use dental floss for longer lasting hemp
  • Michael Knox on Selecting and Adjusting Pipe Chanter Reeds

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