Practical matters rule the day. We can talk all day about artistry, ability, practicing and all the things that make a good bagpiper. But it is often the more mundane, practical things on which all of that rests. Addressing the practical matters of music, instrument, and logistics will set you up right and allow you to get the most out of your efforts this competition season. There are also benefits to “ritualizing” your efforts to keep them enjoyable. Here are five things that will set you off on the right foot this year.
LOGISTICS
1. Expand your horizons. This is the time of year I think about where I want to go and what I want to accomplish and what I’ll need to get me there. Bagpipe competitions can be a slog sometimes. Driving, flying…it all requires quite a bit of traveling here in North America. But it adds a bit of excitement to plan new trips and new sojourns each year, too. Read More
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