Where's your Bagpipes?

[PiobBear]

Nothing more confusing to a band than a drummer that can pipe, or a piper that can drum!!

True story:
I'm standing next to Drummie at the Games when a fellow starts chatting me up, saying he'd always wanted to play the pipes, but hadn't even an ounce of musical talent. In a voice sure to be overheard, I replied "Well, as you haven't any musical talent, have you ever considered becoming a Drum Major?"

[oldsoldier]

True story:
I'm standing next to Drummie at the Games when a fellow starts chatting me up, saying he'd always wanted to play the pipes, but hadn't even an ounce of musical talent. In a voice sure to be overheard, I replied "Well, as you haven't any musical talent, have you ever considered becoming a Drum Major?"

I have no musical talent, and am in the latter part of my 30's, I just picked up the pipes month ag, and love it! Went into it without even being ale to read music...its a long road, but I am looking forward to it. And, surprisingly, maybe I DO have talent! Heh, that'd be a first.

[Warhoover]

I have no musical talent, and am in the latter part of my 30's, I just picked up the pipes month ag, and love it! Went into it without even being ale to read music...its a long road, but I am looking forward to it. And, surprisingly, maybe I DO have talent! Heh, that'd be a first.

Oldsoldier,
I know what your talking about, it has been quite a ride. I was and still am quite rusty when it comes to music, but recently having my instructor put me on the pipes has been a thrill. Every step no matter how small is victory for me. Hope to someday get involved with a band. But that is down the road. Just enjoying the process is fun for me. I know sick isn't it !

[emolas]

As much as I would like to learn the pipes (or ANY instrument), I couldn't carry a tune in a bucket with a lid. I even whistle off-key and can't tap my feet with a steady rhythm. There is no hope for me.

[Archangel]

As much as I would like to learn the pipes (or ANY instrument), I couldn't carry a tune in a bucket with a lid. I even whistle off-key and can't tap my feet with a steady rhythm. There is no hope for me.

Why not let a good teacher tell you that? I've always wanted to learn guitar but I've been told the same things as you. Finally, a semi pro musician friend asked what were the qualifications of the people who said that to you?

So, I went to a top pro teacher and, yes, I have struggles but I've learned I have a musical ear. He showed me that in a practical way. He's shown me that while I like rockabilly, for some reason my natural rhythm is actually Celtic. That's my second choice so that works.

Go for it.

[Warhoover]

True story:
I'm standing next to Drummie at the Games when a fellow starts chatting me up, saying he'd always wanted to play the pipes, but hadn't even an ounce of musical talent. In a voice sure to be overheard, I replied "Well, as you haven't any musical talent, have you ever considered becoming a Drum Major?"

Good one Piobear! I am sure that got a rather good laugh and chuckle from many! Hope your Drummie at least smiled