CPA Grading Process Now Open
Thursday, October 21, 2010
The CPA grading process for 2011 is now open. See their website for more information. The CPA (Competing Pipers Association) is an organization that grades high-level competing pipers,…
The CPA grading process for 2011 is now open. See their website for more information. The CPA (Competing Pipers Association) is an organization that grades high-level competing pipers,…
It’s all very nice to bandy about theories and ideas about what will make eastern US pipe bands better. But we’re not talking about magic here. If the rationale for the change—to force improvement in pipe bands because that improvement is currently absent—is solid, it should hold up against the data. So let’s look at it, shall we?
“Point zero” is exactly what it implies. It is “zeroing” out your reeds. It is setting the strength of your drone reeds at their starting point before you begin making further adjustments for pitch and chanter reed strength. It is the starting point for your personal tolerances.
Over the years, I have acquired many sets of drone reeds. Right now, I’ve got two combination sets going for solo and band playing that comprise three different makes. It has been an ongoing challenge keeping them packed safe and sound while they are not being played or transported in my pipe case.
A recent post on the Bob Dunsire Forums: “…We are pleased to announce that the new Florida Branch of EUSPBA is up and running. The following are the…