May 09, 2013 Jori Chisholm Audio Recordings, Bagpipe Set Up, Equipment & Gear, Fingering & Technique, Uncategorized 5
Today's lesson comes from an excellent question from a member: I have recently had trouble with the low G on my pipe Reed and I am having the same trouble with some new reeds as well. What happens is...Mar 10, 2013 Jori Chisholm Uncategorized 8
Last summer I was interviewed by American Profile Magazine and I was pleased to learn that the article made the cover of this week's edition. It's staggering to think that 10 million people will be...Oct 31, 2012 Jori Chisholm Competing & Performing, Learning Tunes, Tunes, Uncategorized, Videos 6
I recently had the exciting opportunity to perform two concerts with superstar Galician piper Carlos Núñez. Carlos has the distinction of being the only piper to sell over one million records. He's...Oct 16, 2012 Jori Chisholm Bagpipe Set Up, Best of the Internet, Tone & Tuning, Uncategorized 7
We previously discussed how to use accurately and reliably tune the notes of your pipe chanter. However, the bagpipe scale is different than the scale used by "normal" Western instruments so you...Jul 31, 2012 Jori Chisholm Uncategorized 9
The right equipment can make all the difference when it comes to the pipes. A little change can make playing so much easier and more comfortable. We discussed this topic last year, but I'm always...Jul 09, 2012 Jori Chisholm Bagpipe Set Up, Equipment & Gear, Uncategorized, Videos 12
Here's a detailed look at two popular types of pipe bags: the traditional sheepskin bag and the gannaway zipper cow hide bag.Jun 24, 2012 Jori Chisholm Uncategorized 1
I recently came across this interview between author Kelly Corrigan and "sociologist and happiness expert" Christine Carter titled The Psychology of Success. In the interview, Dr. Carter elaborates...Jun 14, 2012 Jori Chisholm Audio Recordings, Downloads, Learning Tunes, Tune Workshop, Tunes, Uncategorized 8
Today's lesson focuses on a classic 3/4 March: Balmoral. The tune goes well with other more commonly played tunes like Green Hills of Tyrol or When the Battle's O'er. Take a listen: Download the...Oct 31, 2011 Jori Chisholm Bagpipe Set Up, Competing & Performing, Equipment & Gear, Tone & Tuning, Uncategorized 8
In the months, weeks, and days leading up to any performance you will want to make sure you have fully prepared (1) yourself and (2) your instrument. Today, lets discuss what it means to have your...Oct 17, 2011 Jori Chisholm Community and Interactive, Competing & Performing, Uncategorized, Workshop 0
I'm excited to announced the third BagpipeLessons.com Online Piping Competition. And I'm hoping you'll join me for the competition and for a month of activities here on the Studio to help you take...Here you’ll find hundreds of lessons, videos, audio files and more. This content is designed to help you learn and improve in every area of your piping. Not seeing a topic you’d like to learn more about?
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