The Bagpipes
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The Bagpipes
Author: Richard McLauchlan
language: en
Publisher: Hurst Publishers
Release Date: 2025-04-24
In the early second century CE, someone was described as playing a pipe ‘with a bag tucked under his armpit.’ That man, the first named piper in history, was the Roman Emperor Nero. Since then, this improbable conflation of bag and sticks has become one of the most beloved and contested instruments of all time. When another piping emperor, Tsar Peter the Great, watched his pet bear take its last breath, he decided the creature would live on—as a bagpipe. This rich and vivid history tells the story of an instrument boasting over 130 varieties, yet commonly associated with just one form and one country: Scotland, and its familiar Great Highland Bagpipe. In fact, the pipes are played across the globe, and their story is a highly diverse one, which illuminates society in remarkable, unexpected ways. Richard McLauchlan charts the rise of women pipers; investigates how class, privilege and capitalism have shaped the world of piping; and explores how the meaning of a ‘national instrument’ can shift with the currents of a people’s identity. The vibrancy and inventiveness characterising today’s pipers still speak to the potency of this fabled and once-feared instrument, to which McLauchlan is our surefooted guide.
Beyond the Bagpipes
Author: Nicholas Kline
language: en
Publisher: Nicholas Khatchadourian
Release Date: 2023-07-23
"Beyond the Bagpipes: A Comprehensive Guide to Playing, Learning, and Enjoying the Highland Pipes" is a must-read for anyone interested in learning the art of bagpipe playing or looking to take their skills to the next level. This book provides a thorough and comprehensive introduction to the history, culture, and technical aspects of playing the bagpipes. Beginning with an overview of the instrument's history and cultural significance, the book covers everything from the different types of bagpipes to the basics of music theory, tuning the bagpipes, and proper playing techniques. Readers will learn how to play a variety of tunes, from traditional Scottish melodies to contemporary compositions, and discover how to play with others in a pipe band or ensemble. Beyond the technical aspects of playing the bagpipes, the book explores the rich history and culture of the instrument, from famous pipers throughout history to the role of bagpipes in popular culture today. This book aims to provide readers with a deep appreciation for the tradition and beauty of the bagpipes. Written in a clear and engaging style, this book is accessible to beginners while also providing valuable insights for experienced pipers. It is an essential resource for anyone who loves the sound of the bagpipes and wants to learn how to play them or improve their skills. Whether you aspire to play in a pipe band, perform at special events, or simply enjoy playing the bagpipes in your own time, "Beyond the Bagpipes" is the ultimate guide to mastering this iconic instrument.
Scotland Beyond the Bagpipes
Author: Helen Ochyra
language: en
Publisher: Book Guild Publishing
Release Date: 2020-03-28
Like so many people who live south of the border in England, Helen thought that she knew all about Scotland. It was a part of Britain after all, a place that was surely more the same than it was different. But then she actually went there – and everything changed...