Epic new repertoire composed and performed by Bill Taylor (on historical harps) and Allan MacDonald (on low whistles)
Harpers were just as important as pipers in Scottish Gaelic history, but their classical music is lost. The modern revival of the clarsach has regularly set sail on the pibroch ocean, drawing inspiration for new repertoire. For whistle players, this is a new adventure, but the Gaelic fìdeag is at least as old as the harp – bone whistles dating back to the 12th century have been found in Dublin. Today we present ground-breaking experiments composed by two world leaders: Bill Taylor in the historical harp music of Wales, Ireland, and Scotland; Allan MacDonald (Glenuig) in the vocal and instrumental music of Gaelic Scotland. Allan’s streams of artistry were intertwined with the harp historically, but unlike Bill’s they have a living lineage. What happens when you bring together their perspectives?
Preceded by canntaireachd and conversation at 1:30pm, hosted by the Pibroch Network.
The National Piping Centre
The centre serves as a national and international centre of excellence for the great Highland Bagpipe and its music.
The Festival Site with the Centre Stage and Bothy Tent, as well as our food and drink tents will be on outside here on McPhater Street.
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Accessibility
The National Piping Centre and Pipers' Tryst restaurant has step access at both doors.
There is a lift available from the side of the building to all floors.
During Piping Live! access is through the ramped entracne to the Street Cafe, cross the marquee and then out the other door to the lift area. There is also an accessible toilet here.
You can book a welcome through the WelcoME platform here
You can see full access information at Euan's Guide here
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