Beginners

This instruction book is used by a lot of bagpipe teachers - check with your teacher before ordering. For practicing you will also need: a practice chantera spare practice chanter reed a metronomea roll of waxed hemp (if your chanter uses it) blank music paper audio recorder The first four items you can order from this web-site. Google for blank music paper. Get an audio recorder from a local music/electronics store.

Batteries are included. Picture needs to be updated.

2 oz. (50 gram / large) rolls of waxed Irish linen (hemp).  Now available in 2, 3 and 4 strands. I use the 4 strand when I start wrapping a joint until it just touches.  I use the 2 and 3 strand to finish a joint or set reeds.

Tool to help keep your thumb in place when practicing or playing.