While bagpipes have been recorded in Scottish history for some 600 years, the origins remain unclear. Different variations found around the world include the Irish bagpipe, the Northumbrian ...

They are also the official instrument of the World Curling Federation, thanks to the large influence Scots have had on the sport. Despite all its Scottish connotations, it might be surprising, ...

The wind instrument is slowly growing silent as demand dwindles. ... While bagpipes have been recorded in Scottish history for some 600 years, their origins remain unclear.

In a word-association game that starts with “Scotland”, it will not be long until someone says “bagpipes”. They are an instrument of Scottish soft power as much as a musical one.

The Highland bagpipe is a part of Scottish culture and history, ... Inside, Ruari Black is one of only a few remaining craftsmen in Edinburgh who knows how to make the instrument by hand.

BAGPIPES face an “existential threat” as they have become one of the least popular musical instruments amongst budding musicians. The Scottish icon has ended up in the bottom five of worst ...

Irish bagpipes, or Uilleann pipes (rhymes with chillin'), are a traditional Irish instrument that date back to the 18th century. But, as popular as they are in Ireland, Morning Edition host Andrew ...

London - Scotland's rugby stars said they will miss hearing the inspirational skirl of the bagpipes during the World Cup after tournament organisers banned musical instruments inside stadiums.

Topekan Jack Williamson, 27, recently placed fourth in a prestigious bagpipes competition held in Scotland. ... Meanwhile, his instrument's drone pipes produced a constant background hum, ...

Irish bagpipes, or Uilleann pipes (rhymes with chillin'), are a traditional Irish instrument that date back to the 18th-century. But, as popular as they are in Ireland, Morning Edition host Andrew ...