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» Piping Tips

Piping Tips

The articles below cover a variety of different aspects of piping; from maintenance, to tuning, to playing in public.

Bag Maintenance This article covers the different types and sizes of bags, and how to check for air leaks.

Blowpipes and Valves Blowpipe and valve options, and how to determine the proper length for your blowpipe.

Hemping A discussion of hemp, and the techniques used to ensure your joints are airtight.

Selecting a Chanter Reed Criteria and techniques for selecting a pipe chanter reed.

Drone Reed Setup This article covers the initial setup of your drone reeds.

Blowing Steady Pressure Discusses the importance of good posture and steady air pressure while playing the pipes.

Tuning the Drones This article covers the initial setup of your drone reeds.

Pipe Tuning with an Electronc Tuner A discussion of the process used for tuning your pipes using an electronic tuner.

Tuning the Chanter to the Drones The follow-on to the Tip about tuning with an electronic tuner.

Tuning the Pipe Chanter Further discussion of the use of an electronic tuner for fine tuning the chanter.

Moisture Control and Water Traps Discussion of the importance of moisture control and the various types of water traps available.

Basic 6 - Maintenance Kit Covers the six items that all pipers should have in their case.

How to Practice Tips on how to organize your practice sessions to make the most of your time.

Playing in Public Tips on preparation, tuning and performing for family gatherings and other public appearances.

Packing your Pipes Protect your pipes by following the packing process described here.

Using Two Chanters Discusses the benefit of having a second pipe chanter for non-band events.

The Practice Chanter Learn the anatomy of the practice chanter here.

The Practice Chanter Reed Learn how to select, tune and maintain your practice chanter reed.

Piping Tips

Thanks again Gerry.
Also thanks for being flexible and working with our band. It's our busy season and we tend to fly through our needed items. Everyone in my band seems to one by one head down to your shop and they keep you in the highest regards with your knowledge and willingness to make sure they can play to the best of their ability with your help. Really great having a shop like yours just down the road.
Cheers
Seamus

Gerry,
I just wanted to take a quick moment to thank you again for helping Sue and I out this morning with our pipes. We played them when we arrived home, and its already made a big difference. We wanted you to know how appreciative we are.
Thanks again for your time and guidance.
Be well,
Dave and Sue