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Droning On092: Halloween Special (Chat with GPT)*Updated with audio-error mistakes addressed (hopefully) sorry about that! Link to Scots Hoose: https://www.scotshoose.com/ ----- This one was different, hope it's enjoyable, stay safe and go buy cool stuff at BagpipeSwag.com!"
2023-10-2856 min
Droning On091: The Uilleann-Mark EpisodeMark is a smallpipe-curious lapsed-highland-piper excellent uilleann-piper kinda guy and he's also extremely patient. We did this interview over a year ago, but because of various things (software changes, scheduling needs for other episodes, audio repair work, etc) it's been uber-delayed coming out. At this point, he may have even forgotten ever doing the interview! And actually, since doing the interview, I got to meet with Mark in-person and the guy even let me try his really nice flute! And since then... I've started trying to learn the flute so, it's Mark's fault...Tune into this episode...
2023-10-1757 min
Droning On090: Get Bagpipe Ready with AlecAlec is one of the warmest, kindest, most wholesomely genuine & joyful humans on the internet, and he also happens to play (and teach) bagpipes!Tune into this episode to hear, how Bagpipe Yoga became the fitness sensation which is now sweeping the nation...-African Blackwood Conservation Project Fundraiser: Get Bagpipe Ready & BagpipeSwag have joined forces to create an eco-friendly fundraising T-shirt to benefit a charity in Tanzania which helps to conserve and re-forest the Dalbergia Melanoxylon (African Blackwood) tree. Check out the shirts at BagpipeSwag.com, and pick one up to help...
2023-09-301h 52
Droning On089: Ross Miller (The Roke, The Beard, and Belterisms)Ross hails from Linlithgow, West Lothian where he is the official Town Piper. He studied Bagpipes, Scots Song and Whistles at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. He graduated with a First Class Honours Degree in Traditional Music - Piping in 2017. Ross was a finalist in the 2019 BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician of the Year competition. A World Champion piper, Ross began piping aged 7 and was the Pipe Major of the National Youth Pipe Band of Scotland. He competed with the world famous Boghall and Bathgate Caledonia Pipe Band for many years. He is now...
2023-09-161h 40
Droning On088: The Trevor EpisodeTrevor is a piper, a dad, and a lover of Tolkien, (so you know he's intelligent, handsome, clever -- all the traits that automatically go along with loving the works of The Professor).Tune into this episode to hear a fun little call-back to one of our most popular episodes ever, #035, with Kariann-We're on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DroningOnPodcastAnd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/droning.on.podcast/-You can write-in to the show with comments, ideas, requests, etc. at TheDroningOnPodcast@gmail.com
2023-09-031h 01
Droning On087: The Ted EpisodeTed is a master with both chanter & quill, and a delightful conversation partner!Tune into this episode to hear about Ted's rivalry with a Peacock at a fancy wedding...Throughout the interview I read extracts from an essay Ted wrote titled, "Grace Notes," that makes for lovely reading, here's a link: https://www.tedolsonwrites.com/_files/ugd/e82d4f_f0fe6695151746ad8221366f803449e7.pdf-We're on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DroningOnPodcastAnd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/droning.on.podcast/-...
2023-08-201h 18
Droning On086: Jesse Ofgang (of Jesse Gang of Music)Jesse Ofgang is an extremely talented multi-instrumentalist piper & recent graduate of the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. He makes very cool music and puts it out all over the internet, if you don't follow this musician already on your social media platform(s) of choice, you will not regret beginning to do so now!Tune into this episode to hear about the real-life internet treasure-hunt to find the fabled photo of Jesse himself as a young, long-haired drummer sans-shirt...Jesse's Website: https://www.jesseofgang.com/Jesse on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jesseofgangmusic/ Jesse...
2023-08-061h 47
Droning On085: The Roderick EpisodeIf you are into smallpipes and have an internet connection, you've probably heard of or seen traces of Rod due to his playing, his participation in groups like the LBPS, Cairdeas, and the Pipers Gathering, etc not to mention his recently released album with folk band, "Fire in the Glen," as well as his many highland piping exploits -- but did you know that he also plays trombone, conducts choirs, and has seasonal allergies in the Spring! All that and more in this delightful interview! Enjoy, friends!Tune into this episode to hear Rod say, “...so Chuck ga...
2023-07-222h 00
Droning On084: The Kalare (rhymes with ”Safari”) EpisodeKalare is a Doctor, and we can refer to her as such everywhere except inside a hospital. She studies, plays, teaches, practices, and recently picked up the pipes - she's rapidly becoming a pro aquarist and we didn't even get to the epic photo of her walking toward a helicopter: like, what? Does she also fly whirlybirds?Tune into this episode to hear about how Homeschool-Kids can do whatever they want and sleep-in!-We're on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DroningOnPodcastAnd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/droning.on.podcast/
2023-07-0851 min
Droning On083: Bannocks of Barley Meal with Professor WetootwaagJeremy returns to the Droning On Podcast to talk more about Bagpipes & History! It’s been about a year since his Bannocks of Barley Meal album came out, and we talk through some, (though not all,) of the tracks, play some samples, I hope you’ll enjoy joining us for a great conversation that’s probably setting a new length-record for the show!Tune into this episode to hear enough bagpipe-banter to get you half way from Salt Lake City to Las Vegas… Get Jeremy’s albums here: https://jeremykingsbury.bandcamp.com/Listen to Jeremy’s podcast ev...
2023-06-263h 36
Droning On082: Peace Through Music InternationalPut very simply: Liz helps people, especially kids, effected by war. She does so through music. She uses a lot of penny whistles to do this. I hope you'll enjoy this conversation, I really enjoyed talking with Liz and learning about what her organization does to help people effected by war around the world. (HEADS UP: some dark/heavy things come up in this conversation, just FYI, the kind of stuff that goes right along with war, i.e. death, rape, suffering, etc) A far more detailed description of what the charity does is, (pulled from their website): ------------
2023-06-102h 21
Droning On081: The Leisel EpisodeShe's a piper, she's a drummer, she's a home builder, and she was once 16 going on 17 -- it's Leisel! A truly lovely human giving her precious time to join me for a truly lovely interview. I apologize that due to my own technical difficulties the sound quality isn't pristine in this episode. I do hope it's at least reasonably palatable because it was a joy to get to know Leisel a bit more and I hope everyone's able to join in on the joy here. Tune into this episode to hear Leisel confess that her...
2023-05-271h 13
Droning On080: Tim Fowers, the Man with the PowersTim is a unique guy living a unique life doing unique things - bagpipery and otherwise! I feel really bad I had to rush this interview. A rare thing I usually try to plan to not do, but there were some technical difficulties on the day of recording that not only restricted our conversation time, they also forced me to use a different platform and hardware than I usually do, and it was all rather a hasty last-minute plan-B arrangement. Therefore: I do apologize for the somewhat, "roomy," audio on my half of the conversation. But there's no reason...
2023-05-1345 min
Droning On079: The Scott EpisodeIt's a three-episode month! It was a delight to get to know Scott during this episode - in spite of living in the same part of the country and having a lot of mutual friends, Scott and I had never spoken before this interview. He's a long-time bagpipe, a long-ago accordion, and he's one of the very, very few people in the world who can say he works for a railroad in Nebraska, USA.Tune into this episode to hear all about Scott's plan to learn bagpipes in order to get a highland dancer to fall in...
2023-04-291h 00
Droning On078: The Jenna Bagpipes EpisodeJenna is a talented multi-instrumentalist bagpiper, instructor, composer, and is generally willing to just try quirky stuff, especially when it comes to music, and especially-especially when it comes to bagpipes.The opening track on this episode is Pacolet performed by Jenna, originally written by PM Don Bradford. The closing track is just a taste of Scodatura, written and performed by Jenna.Tune into this episode to hear the show's first ever keyboard-based-dialogue... APPLICABLE LINKS Here’s Jenna’s website: https://www.jennadennison.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennabagpipes/ Instagram: https://www...
2023-04-151h 38
Droning On077: The Mann, Jeff EpisodeI wish I'd come up with some great April Fools joke, it'll be a while before another episode releases on April Fools... Still, I hope this is an enjoyable interview, I sure enjoyed chatting with Jeff!Tune into this episode to hear me refer to Jeff's piano playing as, "unique..." *I'm not sure where, precisely, Jeff's album will be available when it releases, but I'll be sure to post about it on social media, so follow the show on Facebook/Instagram for that and other posts in future. Links blow.-
2023-04-011h 12
Droning On076:The Liam Winnett Music EpisodeLiam Winnett is a whistle kid turned accordion man turned uilleann piper abroad & he's a delight to talk to as well! You may have seen him playing his uilleann pipes inside a horse trailer... if not, there's a link below... I apologize this episode's out a bit late, St Patrick's Day did me dirty this year. But to make it up to you, I'm giving away a $35 BagpipeSwag.com gift card! DETAILS FOR THE GIVEAWAY: -Pick a favorite episode from the past -Share it on social media -Tag @droning.on.podcast Then, first of April we'll look back at...
2023-03-201h 06
Droning On075: Bruce of E-Bellow, the EBelaireThrough unpredictable twists and turns of fate Bruce's accumulated experience prepared him uncannily well to address the challenge faced by one of his close friends when he (the friend,) could no longer inflate his pipe bag. Bruce is a delightful human and I hope you'll enjoy learning about not only his very cool invention, but about him as well! Tune into this episode to hear Bruce reveal what's, "the most fun you can have with your clothes on"! Here's a link to Bruce's website: https://e-bellow.com/ Here's a great demo...
2023-03-041h 11
Droning On074: The Wind Among the Reeds with Accordionist Jeremiah McLaneOne half of the, "Wheezer & Squeezer," duo, ( https://wheezerandsqueezer.com/ ) Jeremiah McLane plays a bellows-blown reed instrument, but it ain't bagpipes... but he plays along with bagpiper Timothy Cummings. It's often (delightfully) surprised me how many pipers also play accordion, or want to play accordion, so I thought talking with an accordionist would be fun - especially one with so much experience making music with bagpipers. Tune into this episode to hear about the amazing true story of when bagpipers and hurdygurdiers rose-up to drive back the Parisian accordionists -- in a story-book surprise, peace...
2023-02-181h 33
Droning On073: Andrew Douglas of The Piper’s DojoYou've almost definitely heard of today's guest and almost as definitely heard his voice as well, whether you were looking for help to improve your piping, just starting your piping journey and seeking instruction, or possibly a really tasteful quote played from the soundboard at opportune moments on the Chanter Rant podcast... In any case, get ready to hear Andrew Douglas a lot more in this marathon interview pushing the 3hr line. If you need a break to go work on your tachums or something half way through, feel free to hit pause and come back, we'll still be...
2023-02-042h 46
Droning On072: The Freestylers of PipingGenuinely, this group gets me into such a groove - I have not yet traveled every road in this world, but based upon those which I have traveled, The Freestylers of Piping are unique, singular, and so so groovy.Tune into this episode to hear what happened when Perseus and Medusa decided to... "part"...And here's a first: you can support the Freestylers and Droning On by buying The Freestylers of Piping merch on at BagpipeSwag.com! https://www.bagpipeswag.com/tfopAPPLICABLE LINKS Freestylers' website: http://www.thefreestylersofpiping.com/ - Their Insta...
2023-01-211h 44
Droning On071: Dr. Stephanie BurnsSome people dedicate their whole life to one art, skill, craft, or area of research-focus. Steph has, somehow, managed to cram multiple whole-lives-of-focus into one and she's still not done! Having recently released, "The Beginner Years," the third in her series of excellent music-related, (often bagpipe/drum-specific,) books, we're excited to release this episode at the beginning of a new year. May 2023 be your most musical year yet, friend!We'll be trying out a, "book club," reading of "The Beginner Years," from the release of this episode through to the end of February. If you'd like to...
2023-01-072h 11
Droning On070: Quatre Christmas Chansons pour Cornemuse avec le ChefJeff has returned! You may well remember him from his excellent shortbread recipe and more in past episodes - today he's come back to share some background about & recordings of four familiar holiday tunes that fit on the pipes! Several of the recordings you'll hear in this episode are based on Timothy Cummings' settings in his holiday collection available here: https://birchenmusic.com/product/on-this-day-earth-shall-ring-printed-collection/ Tune into this episode to hear James misplace yet another Shakespeare quote! The recording of Veni, Veni is from an arrangement my good buddy Scot, (also...
2022-12-2352 min
Droning On069: Katie (The Wheeled Piper)Katie's been entertaining and inspiring folk in and out of piping since she started her impressively fast-paced bagpipe journey. From busking to competing, to recently joining the National Youth Pipe Band of Scotland: follow her on social media platforms, (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, etc) to see what's next @thewheeledpiper Tune into this episode to hear Katie say, of learning to play bagpipes at school, "...it got me out of History which I didn't really enjoy very much..."-We're on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DroningOnPodcastAnd Instagram: https://www...
2022-12-101h 09
Droning OnBonus: Holiday MarathonJust for fun: a mega marathon of all past Holiday Episodes! If you're not into it, no sweat, the regularly scheduled episode will be out next week. To get one of these cool North Pole & District T-shirts at the special promo price of $15, just go to BagpipeSwag.com, there'll be a banner at the top of the site through the rest of December, 2022. Or go to this link. Thanks, Happy Holidays friends!
2022-12-033h 50
Droning On068: Band Master F. U. Joe BradyThe Chanter Rant guys have done a lot of terrible things, and a lot of awesome things. Among the latter is helping this man's philosophy, work ethic, strategizing, and handsome face come more fully into the awareness of the international competitive pipe band community. Tune into this episode to hear Joe promise, on record, to never play Cajun Grace again... Here's a link to Wake & District's website: https://www.raleighpipeband.com/ And, because it came up so often in the show, also MacLellan Bagpipes: https://www.raleighpipeband.com/
2022-11-261h 03
Droning On067: 3D Printed Bagpipes with David StanleyGiven his background in aviation one might assume that Dave's, "drone work," has to do with the kind that fly around in the sky - but no, Dave's been hard at work perfecting both design and production methodology to bring solid, reliable, good-sounding 3D printed GHB drones to the masses! Dave was recently featured in Big Rab's episode #299, (also, congrats to Rab on 300 - holy moly!) There's a link over to Rab's show down below. Tune into this episode to hear David & James both do some terrible South Park voices! APPLICABLE...
2022-11-121h 28
Droning On066: Tam O’Shanter (Halloween Special)Tam O'Shanter is a popular poem, maybe especially around this time of year. I convinced my own padre to do a reading for the episode in English, and then got permission from Scots Hoose to use a really excellent pro-recording they had of Hamish MacDonald reading the poem in Scots. Not to mention: amazing musical score provided by Jeremy of the Wetootwaag Bagpipes & History Podcast. Check out the links below, and Happy Halloween! Tune into this episode to hear how excellent this podcast would've been if my dad had decided to get into bagpipe-podcasting instead...
2022-10-3039 min
Droning On065: Laura ”Piper” MoneybanksPROMO: Month of October, 2022, only -- special edition of this shirt at crazy-cheap price: https://www.bagpipeswag.com/ (the mug too, but it only ships in the USA). Get one of those, tag @bagpipe.swag in a post wearing/using it, and you'll be entered into a drawing on November 1st for a $45 BagpipeSwag.com gift card!--------------------Normal show notes---------------------Laura has been living to entertain since she was tiny... she's still tiny, but ever since she was especially tiny - from dance routines and flutophones in her childhood to full-immersion fantasy theme park acting...
2022-10-151h 38
Droning On064: Pipe Sergeant -ing with MarcMarc's back! No marriage proposal this time, but plenty of great insight, stories, and ideas about how to be a good Pipe Sergeant! Tune into this episode to hear Marc sum-up the duties of a Pipe Sergeant as, "be the sheepdog". If you want to check out the Pride Pipers, here's their Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100069227525235 -We're on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DroningOnPodcastAnd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/droning.on.podcast/...
2022-10-011h 05
Droning On063: The JD EpisodeIf you haven't heard of JD, you've probably at least heard JD (he's the new voice of the Weekly Drone on The Big Rab Show) - and if you haven't heard JD there's at least a chance you've been in a plane that he touched at some point during production... Tune into this episode to hear about the time JD played pipes for a porn star... and the time he played at a (I'm guessing) illegal cage fight... and much, much more...This episode opens with a bit of a tune JD wrote, "...
2022-09-171h 29
Droning On062: The Penny Whistle & You with Sean CunninghamIf you've ever been impressed by production quality in a penny whistle tutorial on YouTube, you were probably watching Sean. A self-proclaimed, "recovering highland bagpiper," Sean joins me to talk about whistles & why, (I'm sure,) all pipers and drummers should pick up a whistle. Tune into this episode to hear Sean extol that ever-popular musical genre: Elf Metal. If you're looking to get a lovely whistle, here's the discount code for whistles from the good people over at LÍR : HERITAGEBAGPIPESHere are links to Sean's work & other things t...
2022-09-031h 12
Droning On061: Ross Ainslie - LAS (new album)Ross needs no introduction, I’m sure. He’s an amazing piper, whistler, tunesmith, and I hear he’s a decent baker as well! Along with the totally-talented Brìghde Chaimbeul and the superbly-skilled Steven Byrnes, Ross has gifted us with another unique collection of music in the new album, “LAS”. For C-Smallpipe enthusiasts everywhere, this has been much-anticipated, as Brìghde and Ross did the whole thing on C-smallpipes. And whether you care a lot about the key of the pipes or it makes no difference to you at all: this album is a horizon-broadening, joy-bringing, excitement-inducing musical trip and I c...
2022-08-201h 46
Droning On060: Craig Weir of GleadhraichCraig Weir's wild roller coaster of a piping career took off when he was young and shows no signs of slowing down. From punk-ska bagpipe fusion with Gleadhraich to pure poetry with the Cabalistic Cavalry & tons of excellent behind-the-scenes stories and heartfelt discussions on the All Ears Podcast, those of us who love bagpipe content certainly are indebted to him and he keeps serving-up more and more!Tune into this episode to hear Craig say, "I'm big in Japan". Here are links to Craig's various projects:Cabalistic Cavalry: https://www.facebook...
2022-08-061h 17
Droning OnAnnouncement: Zach Lees Memorial Album with Sample of New Fred Morrison TuneHey friends, The memorial album for Zach Lees is coming together! Enjoy a sample of Fred Morrison's contribution to the project, a new 6/8 March called, "Band of Angels," (named by Zach's Mother). Here's a link to the Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jimbojet/original-fred-morrison-track-for-zachs-memorial-album?ref=nav_search&result=project&term=fred%20morrisonAnd, of course, any questions feel free to email me: pipingjim@gmail.com
2022-08-0205 min
Droning On059: Pipe Major -ing with RossRoss is the current Pipe Major of Wasatch & District's Grade 2 band, and he's come back to the show to chat about this whole, "how to be a pipe major," thing... Tune into this episode to hear Ross say, "...these belong in a museum!" Previous Episode: https://www.utahbagpipes.com/podcast/episode/4339402c/052-the-ross-episode Check out Morrill Bagpipes' website for fully customized highland pipes, practice chanters, and SSPs:https://morrillbagpipes.com/ Follow Morrill Bagpipes on Instagram for photos of truly stunning sets...
2022-07-231h 02
Droning On058: Michael Roddy of Arise & Go, Album Review - Meeting PlaceMichael Roddy is a talented multi-instrumentalist, (several of which are variations of bagpipes,) and instructor who took a good chunk of time to sit down and talk about the recent album from one of his projects, Arise & Go: Meeting Place. Tune into this episode to hear Michael say, "I almost needed a change of pants..." Here are links to things that came up during the interview:The poem that inspired the band name:https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/43281/the-lake-isle-of-innisfreeArise & Go's Bandcamp page, (go buy...
2022-07-091h 50
Droning On057: The Ballad of Tony’s Bagpipe BardMy good buddy and frequent guest, Swan, surprised me with wings and a request for a story we've chatted about often before: though it be poorly prepared & presented, may you nonetheless enjoy the Ballad of Tony's Bagpipe Bard! Tune into this episode to hear James miscredit a quote to Jane Austen which rightfully, (or mythologically,) belongs to F. Scott Fitzgerald - which is especially funny because The Great Gatsby actually came up in the conversation! Here's a link to a memorial page for Tony: https://dtplv.com/remembering-tony-hsieh/Here's...
2022-06-251h 29
Droning On056: The Ian EpisodeIan is a piper, a spinner of stories, a maker of films, and much more. In recent years he's been working on a passion project of impressive proportion, researching and documenting the story of James Richardson, VC. Here's a link to the website where you can get started digging into all the cool stuff that Ian has produced, and will be continuing to produce, in future: https://www.paradigmmpc.com/Films/UnparalleledValour.aspxAnd the Facebook Page: https://m.facebook.com/The-Pipes-of-War-Unparalleled-Valour-the-story-of-James-Richardson-vc-173585339318396/?__tn__=%2CgAnd here's the documentary Ian & his father have been working on...
2022-06-112h 08
Droning On055: The Bruce EpisodeBruce & the Baxter Family have been a part of the Utah Pipeband scene since the beginning >insert old-person joke here
2022-05-281h 08
Droning On054: The Eamon EpisodeEamon has been an internet-creator since childhood and, luckily, much of his online comedic styling has to do with bagpipes. Here's a whole long list of links to cool projects he's done/is working on and other links to things that come up during the conversation. All of these come up in the discussion - enjoy, friends!*Links to all of Eamon's projects we mentioned in this interview can be found in the YouTube notes for this episode. Unfortunately a character limit precludes including them here. Tune into this episode to hear Eamon...
2022-05-141h 27
Droning On053: The Marc EpisodeThe only, "Exotic Piper," I know, Marc has been on an interesting journey from his parochial choir-boy days amongst Roman ruins to rising through the artificial Brigadoonish mists in a local Utah theatre... If there's a, "most interesting piper in the world," Marc's at least a decent candidate for that title. Tune into this episode to hear Marc not-technically-refuse James' marriage proposal!-We're on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DroningOnPodcast-You can write-in to the show with comments, ideas, requests, etc. at TheDroningOnPodcast@gmail.com-
2022-04-301h 03
Droning On052: The Ross EpisodeRoss is a busy guy - he's a rock solid pipe player, the current Pipe Major of the Wasatch & District Grade 2 band, and he's the main man behind the lathe at Morrill Bagpipes. Check out his awesome pipes on their website: https://morrillbagpipes.com/ On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Morrillpipes/ And on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/morrillbagpipes/ Tune into this episode to hear a lovely sample of Ross playing his recently finished set of Leadwood pipes!-We're on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DroningOnPodcast...
2022-04-1656 min
Droning On051: The Birds’ Flight with Timothy CummingsI've been so excited to publish this interview! I'm sure anyone who's listened to previous episodes will be aware that I'm a big fan of Tim's arrangements, recordings, and compositions. This album: The Birds' Flight, which launched in July of 2021 immediately became, (and has remained,) one of my most-constantly-on-rotation albums. Tim is, as ever, a delight to chat with. If you enjoy this episode half as much as I did making it, you're in for a great time! Hop over to Tim's website to pickup a copy of the album: https://birchenmusic.com/product/the-birds-flight-cd/ Or get it on...
2022-04-021h 41
Droning On050: The Chris (not Christopher) EpisodeYou may already know that Chris Johnson is a chess champ, new dad, gold prospector, and tennis aficionado -- but did you know that he also plays bagpipes? Tune into this episode to hear Chris say, "Well, that sheep is a jerk, I'm gonna eat him."-We're on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DroningOnPodcast-You can write-in to the show with comments, ideas, requests, etc. at TheDroningOnPodcast@gmail.com-Support the show via Patreon, or by buying cool stuff at BagpipeSWAG -
2022-03-191h 33
Droning On049: Pay the Pipemaker with Jeremy Kingsbury of Wetootwaag’s Bagpipe & History PodcastJeremy previously visited the show in episode #34 to talk about his piping-podcast, "Wetootwaag's Bagpipe and History Podcast" (https://www.wetootwaag.com/) Today he's back to talk about a really excellent album he recently put-out, "Pay the Pipemaker," full of tunes from the past & a truly face-melting original on Highland Pipes, Uilleann Pipes, Border Pipes, Whistles, Jaw Harps... and more, I'm pretty sure. And note: this month's Droning On Patreon givEaway is a physical copy of this album - so get on over onto Patreon to have your name added to the metaphorical hat! Check out the album here: https...
2022-03-051h 59
Droning On048: The Johnny Karate EpisodeLook out - Johnny knows karate...Warcraft, Mortal Kombat, tax audits, parenting, and even pipeband talk make up the conversation in this episode. Tune in this week to hear Johnny say... a lot of stuff - I think we've set the record for episode length this time!-We're on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/DroningOnPodcast-You can write-in to the show with ideas, requests, etc. at TheDroningOnPodcast@gmail.com-Support the show via Patreon, or by buying cool stuff at BagpipeSWAG
2022-02-193h 08
Droning On047: Your Brain on Pipes & Drums with DannyWhy does music exist? What does it do for/to humans? Why do music at all, let alone in a group? The talented and insightful Danny Caldwell answers all these questions entirely - and more - in this episode. Tune in to this episode to hear Danny say, "...my dad always told me, 'you need to wear earplugs when you play your bagpipes or you're gonna be deaf,' and I never listened to him ".-We're on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/DroningOnPodcast-You can...
2022-02-051h 01
Droning OnBonus: Shameless Plugs & One Lovely SongIn which I ramble for eight minutes and 20 seconds, but your patience is rewarded with a beautiful set by Timothy Cummings & Jeremiah McLane: 5/4 Waltzes: Port WIlliam > Apple Knoll I couldn't recommend that track & album enough. Available here: https://wheezersqueezer.bandcamp.com/album/the-wind-among-the-reeds -------------------------------------------------- Pertinent to the rambling: -------------------------------------------------- Join the Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/DroningOnPodcast -------------------------------------------------- Support the show with currency: https://www.patreon.com/droningonpodcast--------------------------------------------------And take a sec to leaver a positive rating & review for the show on your listening platform of choice! -------------------------------------------------- Thanks again for listening along...
2022-02-0113 min
Droning On046: Ensemble - Music Writing Software with Kirk Potter (Updated Audio)*Updated Audio: previously I'd accidentally released this episode with a sample track of PM Willie Gray muted, so around the 1hr mark there's just a moment of silence. This has now been corrected & the tune is audible. Kirk Potter is a Drummer by day and a Computer Geek... also by day. Creating PadLab with Rhythm Monster wasn't enough for Kirk, he had to go and revolutionize the world of pipe band music notation as well with his award-winning, Ensemble. Tune into this episode to hear Kirk incorrectly pronounce Richard Ayoade's last name!
2022-01-221h 45
Droning On045: Memorization - A New Year’s Episode with SwanWhat if you could tattoo your sheet music on the inside of your eyelids? What if you could have a full catalog of sheet music stored at the back of your brain to be projected into your occipital lobe whenever you wanted?Swan returns to the show to discuss Dr. Stephanie Burns' book in which she shares the secrets to do (basically) that.Seriously though - it's an amazing book, it will change your life, and following her instructions will bring you, basically, music-memorizing super powers.Enjoy the episode and buy the book!
2022-01-081h 12
Droning On044: Wexford Carol and Yuletide Tacos with Erin'tis the season of pine trees, falling snow, and Christmas Hams... unless you're Erin, in which case 'tis the season of giant avocado trees, falling avocados from said trees, and Christmas chips & salsa. Tune into this episode to hear more about delicious rattlesnacks than you'd expected as well as some great, "history," regarding mandolins, bagpipes, mexican food, and more - including a very cool tune, "The Wexford Carol". Happy end-of-year to you all, dear friends! Here's the cool Molly in the Mineshaft album we talked about, from which we pulled the rendition of Wexford Carol...
2021-12-231h 08
Droning On(Rebroadcast) Seasonal Smallpipes with TimI had a lot of fun talking with friends about these Holiday tunes - these episodes were so nice, I'm'a post 'em twice!
(originally episode 17)
2021-12-211h 08Droning On(Rebroadcast) Short Drummers & Short Breads with HeidiI had a lot of fun talking with friends about these Holiday tunes - these episodes were so nice, I'm'a post 'em twice!
(originally episode 16)
2021-12-2033 minDroning On(Rebroadcast) Manx Monkey Bread with ScotI had a lot of fun talking with friends about these Holiday tunes - these episodes were so nice, I'm'a post 'em twice!
(originally episode 15)
2021-12-1814 minDroning On(Rebroadcast) Wenceslas & Wassail with VeraI had a lot of fun talking with friends about these Holiday tunes - these episodes were so nice, I'm'a post 'em twice!
(originally episode 14)
2021-12-1742 min
Droning On043: The Camille EpisodeDr. Camille Ausbroad is a Professor of nearly everything at a local University on the tiny island she calls home somewhere on the underside of the globe. I don't know, it's not America. For those who don't already know: she's a maker of many things - one of the most recent, a book which she co-authored with Andrew Douglas of Piper's Dojo fame. The book, "Finding Bagpipe Freedom," is available for purchase and let me just go ahead and say it: it'd make a great Christmas gift for you and for someone you love. So...
2021-12-111h 59
Droning OnBonus: Nurturing Nations & Smallpipe Tunes (Giving Tuesday)Recap: Nurturing Nations is a great charity. Give to them between today and the end of the year and the money gets doubled. If you want to buy some of my music, the money goes to Nurturing Nations and also gets doubled, plus you get some, (amateur,) bagpipe music to listen to!-+-+-+-Links:Nurturing NationsThe Piper's Hymnal, by Timothy CummingsHeritage Bagpipes on BandCamp Heritage Bagpipes on Instagram & Facebook-+-+-+-Just in case your podcast player isn't...
2021-11-3010 min
Droning On042: The Rose Episode (of the Wild Irish variety)Rose has been all over the country and a decent chunk of the globe, but today she lands a few minutes to tell us about where she came from and how she got to be one of our beloved local pipers! Forgive the host for being a bit off, he was recovering from the second round of the COVID vaccine. Tune into this episode to hear Rose say, "I guess it was a scarf-- it could've repelled bullets though, it was knit so tightly..."-We're on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/DroningOnPodcast...
2021-11-2750 min
Droning On041: The Big Rab EpisodeThis guy needs no introduction - it's Big Rab! It'll be remarkable if you've managed to avoid knowing about his show, but just in case, here's a link to the RSS feed, and it's available everywhere quality podcasts are streamed.And don't forget to look in at The Big Rab Show's Patreon page.Tune-in to this episode to hear Rab say, "...if it's got short stumpy fingers, that's gonna be a drummer..."-We're on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DroningOnPodcast-You can write-in to the...
2021-11-131h 19
Droning On040: Halloween Special - The Clue of the Whistling BagpipesHappy Halloween, friends! In this episode renowned piper, pipeband instructor, and Nancy Drew expert Diana joins us to discuss that famous installation in the young sleuth's illustrious career, "The Clue of the Whistling Bagpipes". If you haven't read it you've almost definitely at least seen the cover. Tune-in this week to hear Diana say, "...if we took out the costume and the sexism... it did pretty good...".-We're on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/DroningOnPodcast-You can write-in to the show with ideas, requests, etc. at TheDroningOnPodcast@gmail.com
2021-10-301h 38
Droning On039: The Don EpisodeDon Smith is a name you've almost definitely heard in the piping & drumming scene of Utah. An instructor, band founder, instrument fixer, and much more - tune into this episode to hear Don say, "...yeah, I did break a lot of reeds..."-We're on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/DroningOnPodcast-You can write-in to the show with ideas, requests, etc. at TheDroningOnPodcast@gmail.com-Support the show via Patreon, or by buying cool stuff at BagpipeSWAG - - ...
2021-10-161h 01
Droning On038: The Josh EpisodeJosh, the other, (not quite as pretty,) half of the Chanter Rant and mastermind behind so, so many excellent offerings from the Las Vegas Pipe Band lets me question him for much longer than he should've. Content warning: Josh did an admirable job making his content far more, "family-friendly," than the standard Chanter Rant episode, but keep in mind, he's not from Utah County... a sample, to give you an idea: Tune into this episode to hear Josh say, "...she must be a lesbian... this chick didn't want to go out with me, that's the only possible explanation..."
2021-10-021h 46
Droning On037: The Danny (L) EpisodeO Captain! my Captain! our podcast episode is done, The band has weather'd a viral attack, the prize we sought may soon be won, Normalcy is near, the drones I hear, the judges all exulting, While follow sticks the steady stomp, pipe majors' foot a-pumping... Pipe Major of the Garden Valley Pipe Band, everyone, give it a listen and give him a hand! Tune into this episode to hear Danny (not) reveal the location of the fountain of perpetual youth... we'll get it out of him someday.-We're on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com...
2021-09-1855 min
Droning On036: Dan McNewbiesDan created the Facebook group, "McNewbies Piper Annotated Sheet Music," to help pipers learn to read bagpipe music. To the scorn of a few but to the great admiration of many. Tune into this episode to hear Dan say, "if I had like thirty to fifty followers, that'd be fantastic!" regarding his Facebook group which now boasts nearly 2,000 members and is growing daily.---We're on Facebook too! https://www.facebook.com/DroningOnPodcast-You can write-in to the show with ideas, requests, etc. at...
2021-09-0449 min
Droning On035: The Kariann EpisodeShe's kind of a big deal. People know her. Kariann Hibbard shares some stories, talks band development, band management, teaching, learning, medlies, harmonies, stalking boys, Lord of the Rings - and the list goes on! Tune in to this episode to hear Kariann say, "...we called them the fab five..."-We're on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/DroningOnPodcast-You can write-in to the show with ideas, requests, etc. at TheDroningOnPodcast@gmail.com-Support the show via Patreon, or by buying cool stuff at BagpipeSWAG
2021-08-211h 31
Droning On034: Wetootwaag‘s Bagpipe & History Podcast -&- Album: The Oyster Wives RantJeremy Kingsbury is a talented highland, uilleann, border, scottish-small, and otherwise piper. He also plays various whistles, jaw harp, and sundry - plus he speaks Ojibwe, hosts the world's first bagpiping podcast, and is probably a time-traveller. Jeremy, (a.k.a. Wetootwaag,) hosts an excellent podcast where he explores the likely repertoire of eighteenth and early nineteenth century bagpipers, using historic music collections (written for bagpipes or not), and he performs tunes from these collections on Uilleann pipes, Highland pipes and whistles, along with occasional guest musicians. In this episode we talk about, (and listen to,) a few tracks...
2021-08-072h 50
Droning On033: Adrian Melvin of Melvin ReedsYou may know him as a judge, an instructor, a piper, and you may well have one of his reeds in your chanter at this very moment. Adrian Melvin has played his pipes on a few continents and his excellent reeds are played by pipers on even more continents around the world. Tune into this episode to hear Adrian say, "insert authentically Scottish saying in Scottish accent" and check out Adrian's excellent reeds at lots of distributors all over the world and at his own website: https://www.melvinreeds.com/ and follow him on Facebook!-
2021-07-241h 08
Droning On032: The Eric EpisodeEric Evenhuis is beloved the world-over. Writer of Rab's Hornpipe and many many other tunes, wearer of classy & enviable facial hair, and nightmare fuel for anyone with mild to severe coulrophobia. Find him on Facebook and encourage him to publish a book of original tunes! Tune in to this episode to hear Eric say, "instead of Highland Wedding I wrote Highland Divorce... instead of six parts I did four parts because in the divorce, the lady got the other two parts..."...-Support the show via Patreon, or by...
2021-07-101h 23
Droning On031: The Matt EpisodeMatt Biggs is kind of a bigg deal. Hippity hoppety, poppety rockety, and pipe band drumming as well - the man's been around the music scene and around the world as well. Tune in to this episode to hear Matt say, "Turns out you can't carry a drum very well with a broken collarbone..." - And tune-in to some of Matt's drummy stuff!: - On Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/elguerobiggs?fbclid=IwAR1OpAvtmYF2phHjF8oNEEZDvWBH3ptbH8AyqOGYrFSSc1bBPwMxaPTDESA - On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/quepaso212?fbclid=IwAR0yo_uStyu8_nosk3-UvNTCjk2vWzrmFaiD4...
2021-06-261h 05
Droning On030: Donald WG Lindsay - 3D printed bagpipes, birdsong, and moreDonald WG Lindsay is a lot of things: a talented vocalist, piper, inventor, innovator, collaborator, performer, (the list goes on for miles). If you haven't heard of the Lindsay System Chanter, friend: do yourself a favor and delve into this exciting world!...-Support the show via Patreon, or by buying cool stuff at BagpipeSWAG-And now, some keywords: Bagpipes, bagpipe, bag, pipe, pipes, pipe, band, pipeband, drums, drumming, rhythm, bass, tenor, snare, Scottish, festival, Highland, games, WUSPBA, 3D, print, printing, lindsaysystem, range, small...
2021-06-121h 30
Droning On029: The Erin EpisodeErin is a talented lady from a talented family - she makes instruments, fixes instruments, plays instruments, and teaches other folks to do the same. And not just bagpipes, either! Enjoy this episode and then get inspired to learn something new, she might be able to help you: https://erinwoolfmusic.wixsite.com/websiteTune-in to this episode to hear more puns than I care to admit to - see if you can count them all and send your tally to the Droning On Facebook page, winner gets a lifetime supply of respect and admiration!.
2021-05-291h 20
Droning On028: What are they doing over there? Heavy Athletics with the ForsythesEver wonder where all those sounds of clanging metal and grunting humans are coming from at a Scottish Festival? Turns out - there's more than just pipe and drum competitions happening at a lot of these things! The Forsythes have been in the Heavy Athletics scene for years and they took time away from their current crazy adventure to talk a little about what the heck is happening on the athletics field, and how you can get into it too!...And now, some keywords: Bagpipes, bagpipe, bag, pipe, pipes, pipe, band...
2021-05-151h 06
2021-05-0151 min
Droning On026: The Andy EpisodeAndy Fusco is a big deal. He's The Las Vegas Bagpiper, he's Pipe Major of the Las Vegas Pipeband, he's half of the irreverently hilarious and dangerously offensive self-proclaimed world's worst podcast Chanter Rant, not to mention Big Rab's top-beard of the year winner, (finally). Tune in to this episode to hear Andy say, "...I'll give you some controversy, if you want..."...And now, some keywords: Bagpipes, bagpipe, bag, pipe, pipes, pipe, band, pipeband, drums, drumming, rhythm, bass, tenor, snare, Scottish, festival, Highland, games, WUSPBA
2021-04-171h 15
Droning On025: The Tyler EpisodeTyler plays pipes, rides motorcycles, camps on castle grounds, and buys instruments from bagpiping icons! Tune in to this episode to hear Tyler say, "sell whatever organs you need to and do it". And if you need some help getting your business to the top of the ol' Google rankings, Tyler will make that magic happen!...And now, some keywords: Bagpipes, bagpipe, bag, pipe, pipes, pipe, band, pipeband, drums, bass, tenor, snare, Scottish, festival, Highland, games, WUSPBA
2021-04-031h 15
Droning On024: Judy Barker - Pipe & Song: Chanters WeaveJudy Barker is one of my personal heroes and I was downright giddy with excitement when she agreed to speak to me. She's a wonderful piper, an amazing vocalist, and a lovely person. In the world of Pipe & Song there's no one like her. In this episode she shared parts of her journey, her method, some fun stories and experiences, and she talks us through some of the beautiful tracks from her excellent album: Chanters Weave. I highly, highly recommend looking up her album and various videos she has on YouTube. Buy the album, stream it, leave exuberant praise...
2021-03-201h 34
Droning On023: The Susan EpisodeTo know her is to love her - and to taste anything she's baked is to enter Heaven's gate. She is the more radiant than the Southern sun, she is Queen Susan. Tune in to hear Susan say, "there's no possible way I could flourish, I'd bean myself in the head, I'm sure"....And now, some keywords: Bagpipes, bagpipe, bag, pipe, pipes, pipe, band, pipeband, drums, bass, tenor, snare, Scottish, festival, Highland, games, WUSPBA
2021-03-0642 min
Droning On022: The Kyle EpisodeA piper for years, having recently returned to the art withe Garden Valley Pipe Band - Kyle's a man with plans, plans for turning a set of pipes, to be precise! Tune-in to this episode to hear Kyle say, "since I'm the only piper in the family, I guess I'm still the favorite child". - - - And now, some keywords: Bagpipes, bagpipe, bag, pipe, pipes, pipe, band, pipeband, drums, bass, tenor, snare, Scottish, festival, Highland, games, WUSPBA
2021-02-2027 min
Droning On021: The Scarfboy (Scarfman?) EpisodeKevbot, Kebab, Scarfboy, etc - a man of many names, many talents, many ideas, and many somewhat impressive tomato plants: this is Kevan. Tune in to this episode to hear Kevan say, "you could say there's a little birdhouse in my soul". . A couple of, "oopsies," in this episode - one big one: when we talked about a certain Australian band that inspired us both as youngsters, we meant the Victoria Police Pipe Band, not the Vale of Atholl Pipe Band, (though I retain that it is a silly-sounding name...) Vale of Atholl is, of course, the band with...
2021-02-061h 13
Droning On020: Michael Eagle - Rhythm MonsterMichael Eagle is co-founder and Main Monster at Rhythm Monster, (among other projects). Eagle joins the podcast today to talk about the value of tradition balanced with the value of innovation; the challenges pipe bands face with recruiting and retaining players as well as bringing-in revenue; and of course: the massive and inventive online learning resource, Rhythm Monster. Tune in to this episode to hear Michael say, "brevity is not my strong suit..." before sticking around with me for over an hour and never running short on great things to say!......
2021-01-2359 min
Droning On019: The Vera EpisodeA woman of many talents and many good stories - one of which she is kind enough to share with us today. Tune in this week to find out what happens when a 2000 Hyundai Tiburon gets into a fight with a set of bagpipes......And now, some keywords: Bagpipes, bagpipe, bag, pipe, pipes, pipe, band, pipeband, drums, bass, tenor, snare, Scottish, festival, Highland, games, WUSPBA
2021-01-0947 min
Droning On018: Habits - a New Year‘s Episode with SwanTiny Habits to improve your piping, drumming, and your life in general. We discuss Dr. Fogg's model and methods for behavior change and how they can be practically applied to improve your piping, drumming, etc. Tune in this week to hear Swan say, "don't bring-up energy drinks".B=MAPHere are some useful links: One of Dr. BJ Fogg's TedX Talks Tiny Habits - the book Tiny Habits - the audiobook Dr. Fogg's Website Swan's Parrot's Insta(@lil.koa)...And now, some keywords: Bagpipes, bagpipe, bag, pipe...
2020-12-311h 27
Droning On017: A Christmas Episode - Timothy CummingsTim Cummings is a composer, arranger, and performer of music. He's written many excellent bagpipe tunes and arranged many more. In this episode we talk about a few of the holiday tunes that he's arranged in his collection, "On This Day Earth Shall Ring," (link below,) as well as musical modalities, alternative tunings, and many more things!As a special treat: Tim shares several recordings of his performances of the tunes in-question with other excellent musicians, (additional links below).Tune in to this episode to hear Tim say, "...I can always pick the people who've...
2020-12-231h 08
Droning On016: A Christmas Episode - Drummer Boys & Short Breadsre-release with slightly improved audio levels What kind of drum did that boy play? Also: what was that mother thinking, letting a drummer play anywhere near a newborn? You're about to find the answers to these questions, plus you'll learn to make shortbread from the very best - Jeff McClellan! (and he doesn't only bake bread - he also sings Bread!)Tune in to this episode to hear Heidi say, "I, like you, thought that [the Von Trapps & Narwals] were fake..."---Follow along from your own kitchen:
2020-12-1933 min
Droning On015: A Christmas Episode - Manx Carols, Polish Carols, and Monkey BreadEver wonder which cat is the most Christmasy of all cats?We're still not sure...Scot discusses an old Manx Gaelic tune, "Oikan ayns Bethlehem" (A Babe in Bethlehem,) as well as an old Polish tune, "W zlobie lezy" (Infant Holy, Infant Lowly).Bonus: an easy recipe for Monkey Bread!Tune in to this episode to hear Scot say, "[insert Polish words]"---Links to recordings and performances of tunes featured in this episode, for your are available on YouTube - the character limit got us for...
2020-12-1614 min
Droning On014: A Christmas Episode - Wenceslas & WassailWho was King Wenceslas? Why do people sing about him? How 'good,' was he? Also - what the heck is wassail, and how do you make it? Tune in to this episode to learn all about it - and to hear Vera say, "they were being loud and obnoxious because they wanted to wake up the trees" ---For this episode and the next few, we'll be talking about Christmas / Holiday tunes playable on pipes - their origins, fun facts, etc. We'll be leaning heavily on arrangements by Timothy Cummings, which are available as single-sheet downloads...
2020-12-1242 min
Droning On013: The Larry EpisodeLarry has been a staple of the Utah Bagpiping scene for a good long minute and if you don't know him, odds are you know people who know him. A GHBer of note and a session musician specializing in SSPs as well - tune in to this episode to hear what happens to a bagpipe instructor after Mel Gibson puts-out a film glorifying Scottish patriotism!...And now, some keywords: Bagpipes, bagpipe, bag, pipe, pipes, pipe, band, pipeband, drums, bass, tenor, snare, Scottish, festival, Highland, games, WUSPBA, small, smallpipe, smallpipes, uilleann, SSP
2020-12-0548 min
Droning On012: The Swan EpisodeRussian composers, German folklore, children's fables about confidence - no one has ever made the big, winged fowl so famous as this man - Mike himself. Tune in to this episode to hear Swan's advice for makin' bacon pancakes!...And now, some keywords: Bagpipes, bagpipe, bag, pipe, pipes, pipe, band, pipeband, drums, bass, tenor, snare, Scottish, festival, Highland, games, WUSPBA
2020-11-281h 11
Droning On011: The Scot EpisodeScot - with ONE T! A player of bagpipes, a master of pipe organ, a lover of kolaches, and the man to whom Garden Valley Pipe Band owes a lot in terms of financial stability, (thanks to his grant-writing skills). Tune in to this episode to hear Scot give us the proper pronunciation of, "kolach"....And now, some keywords: Bagpipes, bagpipe, bag, pipe, pipes, pipe, band, pipeband, drums, bass, tenor, snare, Scottish, festival, Highland, games, WUSPBA
2020-11-2137 min
Droning On010: The Leanne EpisodeFrom established pipeband stock; Leanne has played with a bunch of groups, has taught a bunch of students, and has a bunch of kids! Tune in to this episode to hear Leanne say, "I threw up in my mouth a little bit, just thinking of wearing those cross-ties again..."...And now, some keywords: Bagpipes, bagpipe, bag, pipe, pipes, pipe, band, pipeband, drums, bass, tenor, snare, Scottish, festival, Highland, games, WUSPBA
2020-11-1443 min
Droning On009: The Reuben EpisodeTruly a rising star on the pipeband snare scene - this is a career to watch! Tune in to this episode to hear Reuben, a snare drummer, tell us definitively which is harder to play: pipes or drums....And now, some keywords: Bagpipes, bagpipe, bag, pipe, pipes, pipe, band, pipeband, drums, bass, tenor, snare, Scottish, festival, Highland, games, WUSPBA
2020-11-0720 min
Droning On008: The Emily EpisodeMulti-instrumentalists, ichthyological enthusiast, composer, and so much more - it's Emily! Tune in to this episode to hear some true and deep wisdom passed-down through generations! *Emily wrote a penny whistle song called, "Little Green Jig," which she performed for the Garden Valley Pipe Band St. Patrick's Day concert a few years ago - this episode ends with a recording of that tune....And now, some keywords: Bagpipes, bagpipe, bag, pipe, pipes, pipe, band, pipeband, drums, bass, tenor, snare, Scottish, festival, Highland, games, WUSPBA
2020-10-3135 min
Droning On007: The Alex EpisodeYour friend, my friend, a friend to all creatures great and small. Tune in to this episode to hear Al say, "the reason I like scary movies is 'cause I get freaked out." And here's the beloved children's book, "He Al!," all about our friend, Al!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Pd7-WXyhXQ...And now, some keywords: Bagpipes, bagpipe, bag, pipe, pipes, pipe, band, pipeband, drums, bass, tenor, snare, Scottish, festival, Highland, games, WUSPBA
2020-10-2436 min
Droning On006: The Elyanna EpisodeShe's destined for greatness in literature, visual arts, animal care, and tenor drumming - it's Elyanna! Tune in to this episode to hear her say, "little kids think too hard and older kids don't really listen"....And now, some keywords: Bagpipes, bagpipe, bag, pipe, pipes, pipe, band, pipeband, drums, bass, tenor, snare, Scottish, festival, Highland, games, WUSPBA
2020-10-2412 min
Droning On005: The Shawn EpisodeIt's Shawn! The mighty and magnificent Level 10 Necromancer and aspiring Lich opens a communication channel from the netherworld! Tune in this week to hear Shawn say, "I'm my biggest fan"....And now, some keywords: Bagpipes, bagpipe, bag, pipe, pipes, pipe, band, pipeband, drums, bass, tenor, snare, Scottish, festival, Highland, games, WUSPBA
2020-10-171h 07
Droning On004: The Michael EpisodeLego master, scientific prodigy, and snare-hitting sensation, Michael! Tune in to this episode to hear Michael suggest that the lack-of-longevity for his Lego creations might have something to do with his little sisters......And now, some keywords: Bagpipes, bagpipe, bag, pipe, pipes, pipe, band, pipeband, drums, bass, tenor, snare, Scottish, festival, Highland, games, WUSPBA
2020-10-1710 min
Droning On003: The Jeff EpisodeIt's a runner! It's a baker! No, it's Jeff the bagpiper, the human culmination of numerous talents and a genuinely nice guy. Tune in to this week's episode to hear Jeff say, "I'm committed to exercise, but I'm not sure I like it."...And now, some keywords: Bagpipes, bagpipe, bag, pipe, pipes, pipe, band, pipeband, drums, bass, tenor, snare, Scottish, festival, Highland, games, WUSPBA
2020-10-1055 min
Droning On002: The Diana EpisodeDiana is the woman raising up the next generation of bagpipers here in Utah Valley. Tune in to this week's episode to hear Diana say, "my passion was to eventually become a detective."...And now, some keywords: Bagpipes, bagpipe, bag, pipe, pipes, pipe, band, pipeband, drums, bass, tenor, snare, Scottish, festival, Highland, games, WUSPBA
2020-10-0334 min
Droning On001: The Heidi EpisodeKnown to the Garden Valley Band community as "Le Président," Heidi describes her life and times as our fearless leader and player of both Snare and Tenor drums. Tune in to this week's episode to hear Heidi say, "the escargot just did not appeal."...And now, some keywords: Bagpipes, bagpipe, bag, pipe, pipes, pipe, band, pipeband, drums, bass, tenor, snare, Scottish, festival, Highland, games, WUSPBA
2020-10-0336 min