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,…

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More Thoughts on Pipe Band Instructors

Thursday, October 21, 2010

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?

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4 Steps to Getting Your Drone Reeds at “Point Zero”

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

“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.

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Pipehacker Project: A Case for the Eyeglasses Drone Reed Case

Tuesday, October 19, 2010

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.

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Important Info Regarding the New Florida Branch of EUSPBA

Monday, October 18, 2010

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…

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