Forum: Pipe Bands
01-29-2019, 07:36 PM
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Forum: Technique & Instrument
11-15-2018, 07:37 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,252
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Forum: Technique & Instrument
11-10-2018, 07:46 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,252
Drone reed recommendation for 1910 Hendersons
I am looking for a rich mellow sound when playing solos. I used to have a set of Crozier Omegas but can’t find a new set.
I tried a set of Kinnairds which are good for band play but I find them...
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Forum: Beer Tent
11-13-2017, 07:07 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 810
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Forum: Beer Tent
11-12-2017, 10:25 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 834
Re: What PC does your band use?
Geeeeez, I wish I was in a band that plays the same PC! I have two but tend to use the Walsh PC (long with Walsh reed) at home and use a really old PC (standard length..also with a Walsh reed) at...
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Forum: Beer Tent
11-12-2017, 10:11 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 810
Where Can I Buy Bagpipe Gift Items?
I would like to buy some bagpipe themed gifts for family members. Does anyone know where I can buy ties with bagpipes on them, cool wall art or posters, the "skull" or "skeletons" playing bagpipes...
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Forum: Beer Tent
05-20-2017, 05:42 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,804
Re: Selling Band Uniform to Band Members
Thanks so much for your excellent suggestions! We are hoping to create a policy so that all band members are treated fairly. I have passed your suggestions on to the band "Gods" to decide.
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Forum: Beer Tent
05-16-2017, 06:45 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,804
Selling Band Uniform to Band Members
I'm wondering if anyone has experience in this area. We have a few band members that are moving away or resigning. They want to purchase their uniforms (while reminding us that the kilts are old)...
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Forum: Beer Tent
05-14-2017, 07:58 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,102
Re: Recruiting pipers into bands - suggestions?
Well...while I do not agree with his tactics, I do know of one PM who will offer workshops to other bands. He then "poaches" select pipers from those bands that are paying him to instruct their...
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Forum: Technique & Instrument
05-07-2017, 08:21 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 772
Re: How to get a CITES certificate?
Hi Nick,
I have a set of 1910 1/2 mount ivory pipes and have been making inquiries about this issue. I do have my original bill of receipt which is very helpful. I also have an email, from the...
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Forum: Beer Tent
05-07-2017, 07:47 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 790
Re: Washington D.C. Area
Hey...too far away to help you with your pipes but wanted to say congrats on getting back in the game.
You may want to consider oiling your pipe before you give them a good blow.
Best of luck...
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Forum: Beer Tent
04-25-2017, 08:18 AM
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Replies: 50
Views: 16,839
Re: African blackwood now on CITES II?
Thank you Major Panic.....does anyone know if this holds true for crossing between New York State and Ontario borders?
We have a US band engagement in May so I am hoping to sort this out.
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Forum: Beer Tent
04-24-2017, 09:54 PM
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Replies: 50
Views: 16,839
Re: African blackwood now on CITES II?
Geez Louise! I have copied and pasted every link on this thread and will read them all...I promise.
I am a member of a pipe band that is located on a border town. About 1/2 of our engagements...
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Forum: Beginners, Intermediate, +
04-08-2017, 08:50 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,096
Re: High Screech
Some pipers are strong blowers and go through more reeds than usual. No doubt the weaker blowers will line up for your cast offs.
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Forum: Beginners, Intermediate, +
04-08-2017, 08:47 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,466
Re: Stamina
If you play your set through twice that should help. I got to the point where I could play 1 hours 15 minutes non-stop. However, I five year break from piping set me back to square one. I am...
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Forum: Beginners, Intermediate, +
04-08-2017, 08:43 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,699
Re: Bass drone in the way
If the drone is tied in correctly, is it possible that your blow stick or mouth piece it too long? I dealt with that for years and to this day, I still have neck issues.
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Forum: Drum Majors
04-07-2017, 06:22 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 6,744
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Forum: Teacher's Lounge
04-05-2017, 03:40 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,447
Re: Starting a Pipe Band from Scratch
Congrats on getting the school to support a youth pipe band. I am from Eastern Ontario where we have two bands that consistently turn out young players who are able to play at competition level. ...
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Forum: Competition Results
04-04-2017, 02:21 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,000
Dunedin Games
Unfortunately, I could not make it to the games on Saturday. Any word regarding band results??:thumb:
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Forum: Beer Tent
03-29-2017, 06:56 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 732
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Forum: Competing Pipers
03-16-2017, 09:57 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 7,487
Re: Tips for maintaining concentration
Thanks so much for your excellent suggestions. I think that I will try the suggestions of taking off my glasses and focusing on some small inanimate object. I do not compete until May but I have...
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Forum: Ladies' Room
03-16-2017, 09:34 PM
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Replies: 64
Views: 15,552
You play like a girl!
Can you imagine?
A piper friend's daughter played in grade 2 snare solos. She was/is an excellent player/instructor ( I lost contact with her mom years ago).
She played in a competition where...
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Forum: Beer Tent
03-16-2017, 09:24 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 3,278
Re: First ever public gig
Congrats on your 1st and 2nd public piping events. Gosh...I cannot remember what my first public event was (40 +/- years ago) but I do remember that I was with the Optimist Club Pipe Band in...
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Forum: Beer Tent
02-10-2017, 09:27 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,623
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Forum: Beginners, Intermediate, +
02-07-2017, 07:09 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,677
Re: Goose v. Bagpipes: Timetable?
I was on the PC for about six months then spent about six weeks on a goose ,with PC and the bass drone, before transitioning to the GHB. I think it was beneficial.
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