Post by Ptarmigan on May 17, 2008 12:43:16 GMT
Pipe bands have long been enormously strong in Ulster, in fact the Northern Ireland branch of the Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association is larger than any of the branches within Scotland itself. The Orchestra uses Highland Pipes, sometimes in unconventional ways, such as in assocation with Lambeg drums, and also Lowland Small Pipes, which are more compatible with the sound of the fiddle, and sometimes more suitable for indoor venues.
The distinctive repertoire of piping tunes has also influenced fiddle and accordion styles within Ulster.
The distinctive repertoire of piping tunes has also influenced fiddle and accordion styles within Ulster.
You'll find some basic info. on the ‘Great Highland Bagpipe’ here:
The Great Highland Bagpipe ~ Wikipedia& here is a fascinating article:
The Great Irish Warpipe by Garaidh O BríainPlus - Links to sites of interest.
Ulster Scots Agency ~ Piping Page&
Brief History - “The Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association - N. I. BranchCheers
Ptarmigan