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4 Steps to Play Bagpipes
Posted in Practice
So you want to learn how to play bagpipes? Before you make that decision, understand that the classic, beautiful, melodious instrument can also bring you a few snickers and smirks. Not to mention the comments. You know, “Hey, buddy, where did you get that skirt” or “I think you forgot to tune that thing”.
With that being said however, if you still are willing and able, here are my four steps in order that you must do to learn how to play bagpipes.
1. Get Yourself A Practice Chanter.
What is a practice chanter you ask?
Well it is a double reed woodwind instrument that resembles a recorder. It is used to learn the unique and difficult fingering technique that you will need when you pick up the actual bagpipes. Read the rest of this entry »
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