Irish Bagpipes vs. Scottish Bagpipes: A Detailed Comparison
Bagpipes are iconic instruments with deep cultural significance in both Ireland and Scotland. Though they share some similarities, Irish and...
Why Are Bagpipes Played At Various Ceremonies At College?
Bagpipes, with their distinctive and powerful sound, have been a staple at various ceremonies in colleges and universities across the...
Why Bagpipes Are Played at Funerals?
The bagpipe has long been associated with solemn and significant ceremonies, particularly funerals. The haunting and powerful sound of the...
The Origins And Evolution Of The Bagpipe
The bagpipe is an instrument steeped in history and cultural significance, known for its unique sound and presence in various...
The Bagpipe at War, (1939-1945) World War ll
Actual photograph taken as Piper Bill Millen leaves landing craft, onto Sword Beach The role of bagpipes on the front...
“Da Ya Think I’m Sexy?”
“Da Ya Think I’m Sexy?” was Rod Stewart’s major hit in 1978, everywhere I went I heard the song. I...
Before You Buy a Set of Bagpipes
Reprinted through the courtesy of Dan Sheppard, Pipe Major If by chance you know of someone who loves the bagpipe...
A strange sort of fellow
Long ago I was contacted by a family to play at a graveside service. Information such as time, place, and...
The Poppy Of Remembrance
This war was called “The Great War” and “The War to End all Wars” in retrospect. New technologies delivered death...
Cats Eye Pub, Fells Point Maryland
Cats Eye Pub October 14, 2019 Here is the small part I played in the send-off of a bartender and...