Bellowing an impassioned sound, the bagpipes often evoke an emotional response from listeners, which is why this instrument has historically been played at both celebrations as well as solemn ...
RONKONKOMA, N.Y. — In the days following 9/11, Robert Honor watched the funerals on television and had an unusual reaction. Stirred by the steady, sorrowful drone of bagpipe bands paying tribute to ...
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Each year, thousands of people enjoy the tunes played by the bagpipers marching through downtown Cleveland for St. Patrick's Day. The history of the bagpipe can be traced back to ...
About the Album: Audio CD that accompanies the Practice Chanter tutorial by Pipe Major R.T. Shepherd. This is just the CD. The instruction book is sold separately. Published by Robert L. Kulyn.
When Duncan Menzies was young (a Scot might say wee) he decided he wanted to learn to play the bagpipes. He was successful — after years of incredibly trying practice. Then, in his twenties, he ...
LARGO, Fla. — Bunny Pearce has been slamming the bass drum in the same band for 44 years and has no plans to stop. “They’ll have to pry the sticks from my cold, dead fingers,” she said. Her passion is ...
Oscar Isaac showcased his musical talents on The Tonight Show last night, performing Tears for Fears’ “Shout” on the bagpipe and “Sweet Caroline” on electric bass. Host Jimmy Fallon enlisted the ...
The Scottish Festival includes a dance competition and demonstrations of swordplay, fencing and tartan weaving; a fair offering Celtic music, books, kilt pins, jewelry and crafts; and an array of food ...
Showbiz Cheat Sheet attended a Zoom press conference with Reeves and spoke with director Dean Parisot and co-star Alex Winter by phone. They revealed the extent of Reeves’ excellent musical ability.