Piobaireachd and its interpretation : classical music of the Highland bagpipe
MacNeill, Seumas1996
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Piobaireachd is the classical music of the Highland bagpipe. It is a highly developed art form that has made, and continues to make, a valuable contribution to the culture of Scotland.In this first paperback edition, Seumas MacNeill describes the structure and history of piobaireachd, studies the men who composed these ancient tunes, and examines the methods by which they transmitted them to succeeding generations. Major-General Frank Richardson gives advice on the interpretation of this music based on his own massive experience and on discussions with leading teachers and other judges. This is the first serious attempt to explain this form of bagpipe music to the general public and to convey the old tradition of playing it for the benefit of pipers and enthusiasts.
Main title:
Piobaireachd and its interpretation : classical music of the Highland bagpipe / Seumas MacNeill and Frank Richardson
Edition:
paperback edition
Imprint:
Edinburgh : John Donald, 1996
Collation:
v , 130 p. ; 24 cm ; pbk
ISBN:
9780859764407
Local class:
788.9
Language:
English
Index terms:
BagpipesHighland Region (Scotland)
BRN:
1782553
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