Bagpipe Tutorial - Recommended by some of the world´s greatest pipers

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Recommended by top pipers, this book is a highly regarded resource for learning the bagpipes, featuring famous melodies like "Amazing Grace" and "Scotland the Brave." It covers essential finger techniques and includes numerous exercises necessary for mastering the instrument. Suitable for absolute beginners to intermediate pipers, it offers 28 clear lessons that guide you from the basics to more advanced skills. The book serves as an excellent self-study tool or classroom companion and is utilized by professional bands and bagpipe schools for training. Its goal is to provide a solid technical and musical foundation, helping students become accomplished pipers. The accompanying Bagpipe Tutorial App enhances your learning experience, featuring over 250 exercise videos that cover fingering techniques, embellishments, and grace notes. The app includes soundtracks and visual displays, with close-ups of fingerings at various speeds for easier learning. A practice chanter is essential for developing your finger technique and learning initial songs, as skills will transfer to the full set of bagpipes after a few months. The practice chanter will be a lifelong companion in your bagpipe journey. This book is a significant educational tool, designed to help both beginners and intermediate players achieve rapid success in playing and understanding the bagpipes.