Today's post gives a detailed, step-by-step guide for getting a new set of pipes ready to play. You'll learn everything you'll need to know to get brand new set of pipes out of the box and go to go,...
There are many things that go into the thorough and complete preparation of a tune for competition or performance: learning the technique, memorizing, getting the tune up to speed, proper expression,...
As the weeks and days countdown to an upcoming performance or competition, it sometimes feels like things are getting worse. Or you might feel that your deliberate practice often leads to a...
In a couple of days, I'll be heading to Scotland for some of the piping world's biggest and most important competitions. The first big event is the biggest of them all: The World Pipe Band...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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