Bagpipe Beginner Set. English. LONG

Bagpipe Beginner Set with Long Chanter (PC4), tutor book, and reed.

Recommended by some of the best pipers in the world!
Bruce Hitchings, Michael Grey, Robert Watt, Willie McCallum, Dixie Ingram, Rory Crossart, and many more.

The book is suitable for absolute beginners all the way to advanced pipers, for studying on your own or as a classroom companion book. In 29 easy-to-understand lessons, you’ll find crystal clear instructions on how to play the bagpipes from scratch.

Also used for training purposes by many professional bands and bagpipe schools. The book aims to give the student the basic information to create a technically and musically solid foundation that will provide expert help and guidance on the route to becoming an accomplished piper.

Bagpipe Tutorial (English) by Andreas Hambsch. Andreas Hambsch began playing the bagpipes in 1993. He has won many high-profile solo competitions and for some years was also a member of a Scottish Grade 1 professional bagpipe band, competing against the best pipe bands in the world. In 2007, he completed his teacher’s examination at the Scottish College of Piping and received the College of Piping’s highest diploma in the art of bagpipe playing in 2010. He then opened a bagpipe school and has since worked as a full-time teacher, instructing students from all over the world.

The set includes:

• McCallum PC4 Practice Chanter (Long version):
  The McCallum PC4 is a durable practice chanter made of high-quality plastic, ideal for those wanting a full-size pipe chanter feel. The long version mimics the hole spacing of a full-size pipe chanter, allowing faster adjustment for players. Perfect for practicing while seated, as it can rest easily on the knee.
• Practice Chanter Reed:
  The set includes a plastic reed, so you can start playing immediately.
• "The Bagpipe Tutor" (in English):
  This comprehensive tutor book offers over 70 pages with 29 detailed lessons. It contains 21 tunes, all embellishments, and numerous exercises to help you learn step by step. The book is ideal for both beginners and advanced players and can be used for self-study or as a companion guide for lessons.

PC4 vs. PC2: Which Practice Chanter is right for you?

• PC4 (Long version):
  Offers hole spacing similar to that of a full-size pipe chanter, helping your fingers adjust faster. Easier to rest on the knee while seated, providing a more natural playing feel. Ideal for those looking to ease the transition to a full pipe chanter.
• PC2 (Standard size, available separately as a set):
  Perfect for beginners due to the narrower hole spacing, making handling and gripping easier. Ideal for practicing on a table or while seated, as the chanter can be easily rested. Recommended for those just starting or with smaller hands.

If you're just starting and want to simulate the feel of a full pipe chanter, the PC4 is the best choice. However, if you prefer a smaller, easier-to-handle chanter, consider the PC2 (available in a separate set).

DVDs and Apps (available separately):

In addition to the tutor book, DVDs and a handy Bagpipe Tutorial app are available in the shop, with downloads from iTunes and Google Play.

Highly recommended by some of the best pipers in the world:


Bagpipe Tutorial App also available for download from iTunes/Google