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Some Bagpipe History

The most common method of supplying air to the bag is by a blowpipe, or blowstick, into which the player blows. The blowpipe can be fitted with a non-return valve, or the player can close the tip of the blowpipe with his tongue while inhaling.

 

IRISH SET

A MINSTREL BOY

SEAN SOUTH OF GARRY OWEN

ROBIN ADAIR / ROWEN TREE

SCOTLAND THE BRAVE / BONNIE CHARLIE

AMERICAN SET

AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL

AMAZING GRACE

MARINES HYMN

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