Quote Originally Posted by Bart_In_A_Kilt View Post
Have played woodwind instruments since I was a kid, but not reciently. Last time was a few years back with an american legion marching band in Oconomowoc. Background with Clairinets and Sax's. would that be a leg up? Bart
It will help in that you can read the treble clef notes and rhythms. Fingerings are kind of like those of the recorder, but different enough that your fingers won't get confused. You don't have to worry about key signatures, transpositions, register breaks or any of that junk. (There are plenty of other technical things to keep your mind occupied, however!)

I'd call funeral homes, Presbyterian/Episcopal churches, and wedding planners in your area to find a local 'piper who could get you started on the chanter. There's also probably someone reading this post who lives close enough to help you. Keep us posted on your progress.