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Confessions of an Online Bagpipe Teacher - Part 1 - I went to an all-boys boarding school.

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Confessions of an Online Bagpipe Teacher - Part 1 - I went to an all-boys boarding school. audio dojo history Jan 27, 2024

I first learned how to play from my Dad. I can remember getting a practice chanter at the Syracuse Scottish Games, and that must have been just...

A Brief History of the Piper's Dojo dojo history Jan 27, 2024

When I was young, my brother and I did Karate at a local studio. Even though I was gifted at birth with a set of bagpipes in my hands (this is a...

Bagpipe Budgeting: Play the Pipes Without Breaking the Bank budget price of piping Jan 15, 2024

Playing the bagpipes is a unique joy, but let's face it – it comes with a price tag.

So if you're serious about playing pipes, how much...

Why You Should Play Without Embellishments 11 commandments embellishments simplifying tunes Jan 15, 2024

“You’re not a ‘real piper’ unless you play all the embellishments.”

Ever heard this one before?

Many bands still...

Making the Most of Your Off-Season constant variance goals maintenance resolutions Jan 01, 2024

For many, this is a period of reflection and setting goals for the year to come. But as we all know, keeping resolutions is hard – because...