Question 1

I don't know any canntaireachd - does that matter?

Accepted Answer

Not at all - with this event we are aiming to start from the bottom up to learn about  this ancient method of teaching, learning and memorising music.

Question 2

I don't understand Gaelic - does that matter?

Accepted Answer

Nope

Question 3

Can I attend this if I'm not a piper?

Accepted Answer

Yes - as long as you can play the same notes as the pipe scale you'll be very welcome

Question 4

I don't like singing - do I have to?

Accepted Answer

No you don't.  There will be some singing in order to absorb the sounds of Canntaireachd but you don't have to sing them - it's more important to be able to reproduce those sounds on your instrument.

Question 5

I have never played any  piobaireachd before - does that matter?

Accepted Answer

No it doesn't.  You're exactly who this event is intended for.

Question 6

I am a piper - what kind of pipes should I bring?

Accepted Answer

Most of our Far North community play Scottish Smallpipes in the key of A so we would suggest bringing those or a practice chanter with a pitch as close to A as you can manage.  If you don't have smallpipes we may be able to organise a loan for the day for you.

The Wee Spree with Calum MacCrimmon - REVISITED!