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It is called a chanter, Specifically Uilleann Pipe chanter! Its close to the Tin whistle, in fact most pipers begin playing the Whistle before picking up the pipes, at least i did anyways ;) However, there are 8 tone-hole so more than a whistle and it has different fingerings, and of course the bag and the bellows are a little bit trickier than Air from the Lungs! But altogether it is a great instrument, a wee bit difficult, but totally worth playing if you ever get the chance! :D
I have heard so many people say that the chanter for the uillean pipes is like a tin whistle. I have been playing the whistle for about 8 years now and I see very little resemblance. The chanter seems closer to the highland pipes than the whistle in fingering. Could you explain why people make such a claim.
I just started playing a D whistle a few days ago with the hopes of one day graduating to the Uilleann pipes. This tune ('The Ashplant') sounds a lot like a tune I have been trying to learn called "The Hag at the Churn". Do a lot of these tunes have multiple names, or is it actually a slightly different tune?? Great vid by the way. I will try to work some of these ornamentations into my playing on the whistle. Thanks!
Hi Brian, Yes, many tunes have multiple names. Maybe there are similarities between the 2 tunes you mentioned, but one of them is a jig and one a reel.
I have heard many people say that the uillean pipes are like the tin whistle. I have played the whistle for about. 8 years. The srrm closer to the highland pipes fingering wise. Could you explain why people make this claim, and the similarities and differences.
Now I don't know the correct terms for it, but the thing you have your fingers on, is it in any way similar to the tin whistle? :) Much love and respect from Sweden!!! ;)
Yes, as daunting as the equipment seems, it is learnable well into late life, because no one bit of it is as demanding as the finger technique of the warpipe / Scottish pipes. It's a slow start for anyone older than teens, but considerable progress is possible. The 2-octave range allows many easier familiar tunes such as hymns, carols, some classical and pop tunes, even advert jingles to be played in addition to Irish trad.
Online Academy of Irish Music sounds like he's come across a set of small pipes, Fred Morrison has designed he's very own reel pipes, I've not seen them though, maybe it's them.
Pipe maker here. Similar: the highest open hole determines the note heard. Different: pipes play a complex scale where, for reasons of tone or intonation, holes below the top open hole are often re-closed. For the uilleanns, there are never more than 1 or 2 open holes. Also the bottom is normally held sealed against the leg. So by briefly closing the 1-2 open holes when changing notes, a tonguing effect is possible. Whistle/flute playing demands much less finger multi-tasking than pipes.
no, actually I´m looking for a set, I saw one by bagpipes galore made out of plastic for 300 pounds, I´m guessing it shall do without breaking the bank
They are the cheapest option as far as I'm aware, although 300 pounds sounds cheap as well. Good luck with everything Diego and let me know if you have any other questions :)
About an hour away so not too bad. I got to meet my banjo teacher, Shane Farrell, last month at a gig at St Louis, MO and went to my first session in San Diego, CA last week while on vacation. Had a great time and learned so much! :-)
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3:48 “Nice” ah man that was awesome. Amazing video by the way.
Glad you liked it!
Great, delighted to hear it!
@zuperduperboi Hi, it's called a chanter. I'm not 100% sure but I think it's different in some ways.
Mikie needs some new materiel, new shirt, new shower curtains. Love you Piper Mikie Upiperbob
It is called a chanter, Specifically Uilleann Pipe chanter! Its close to the Tin whistle, in fact most pipers begin playing the Whistle before picking up the pipes, at least i did anyways ;) However, there are 8 tone-hole so more than a whistle and it has different fingerings, and of course the bag and the bellows are a little bit trickier than Air from the Lungs! But altogether it is a great instrument, a wee bit difficult, but totally worth playing if you ever get the chance! :D
I have heard so many people say that the chanter for the uillean pipes is like a tin whistle. I have been playing the whistle for about 8 years now and I see very little resemblance. The chanter seems closer to the highland pipes than the whistle in fingering. Could you explain why people make such a claim.
VERY helpful, Mikie, Thankyou. Your chanter is very big (and tuneful!). May I ask who made it?
hi James it was made by the wonderful Geoff Wooff!
5:54 that's what an Irish ambulance sounds like.
I just started playing a D whistle a few days ago with the hopes of one day graduating to the Uilleann pipes. This tune ('The Ashplant') sounds a lot like a tune I have been trying to learn called "The Hag at the Churn". Do a lot of these tunes have multiple names, or is it actually a slightly different tune??
Great vid by the way. I will try to work some of these ornamentations into my playing on the whistle.
Thanks!
Hi Brian, Yes, many tunes have multiple names. Maybe there are similarities between the 2 tunes you mentioned, but one of them is a jig and one a reel.
thanks for these videos, as I don't have anybody to teach me the pipes, I am using these videos as a way to learn. It really helps
Hi Chris, many more lessons from Mikie on the site - www.oaim.ie/uilleann-pipes/uilleann-pipes-technique/
What is the name of the opening song? I need to learn it!
p.s. Don't tell me it's Darude - Sandstorm.
John MC The name of that tune is 'The Ashplant'. You can learn it on the OAIM website here - oaim.ie/flute-progressives Lesson 11
Ah yes! Thank You very much for the fast response!
Darude - Sandstorm
Important distinction John
A song has lyrics, a tune is a melody!
Thanks for the video! from America
Grma
I have heard many people say that the uillean pipes are like the tin whistle. I have played the whistle for about. 8 years. The srrm closer to the highland pipes fingering wise. Could you explain why people make this claim, and the similarities and differences.
Now I don't know the correct terms for it, but the thing you have your fingers on, is it in any way similar to the tin whistle? :)
Much love and respect from Sweden!!! ;)
cheers for that, as a beginning piper I learnt a number of things cheers.
It is quite different, but does have similarties.
Yes, as daunting as the equipment seems, it is learnable well into late life, because no one bit of it is as demanding as the finger technique of the warpipe / Scottish pipes. It's a slow start for anyone older than teens, but considerable progress is possible. The 2-octave range allows many easier familiar tunes such as hymns, carols, some classical and pop tunes, even advert jingles to be played in addition to Irish trad.
Love this! Thank you so much. I hope to sign up soon!
Thank you so much!!!
You're welcome!
I have seen a hybrid uillieann/highland pipe and I want one. Is anyone making the?
Hi Malcolm, I didn't hear of such an instrument. Has one ever been made?
Online Academy of Irish Music sounds like he's come across a set of small pipes, Fred Morrison has designed he's very own reel pipes, I've not seen them though, maybe it's them.
Pipe maker here. Similar: the highest open hole determines the note heard. Different: pipes play a complex scale where, for reasons of tone or intonation, holes below the top open hole are often re-closed. For the uilleanns, there are never more than 1 or 2 open holes. Also the bottom is normally held sealed against the leg. So by briefly closing the 1-2 open holes when changing notes, a tonguing effect is possible. Whistle/flute playing demands much less finger multi-tasking than pipes.
I want to learn how to play the uilleann pipes, do you offer courses for beginners from zero?
Hi Diego, Currently we don't offer that. Try pipers.ie and let me know if that works out for you. Have you got a set of pipes?
no, actually I´m looking for a set, I saw one by bagpipes galore made out of plastic for 300 pounds, I´m guessing it shall do without breaking the bank
Have you checked out the electronic sets?
Online Academy of Irish Music No, actually I haven't, I'm more of an acoustic guy myself to be honest
It'd be nice to check them out though
They are the cheapest option as far as I'm aware, although 300 pounds sounds cheap as well. Good luck with everything Diego and let me know if you have any other questions :)
You folks at OAIM are awesome! You gave me my first lessons in playing the Irish Tenor Banjo and and a lifelong pursuit and enjoyment. Thanks!
Hi Alex, Delighted you got into Irish music, is there a session close by to your home?
About an hour away so not too bad. I got to meet my banjo teacher, Shane Farrell, last month at a gig at St Louis, MO and went to my first session in San Diego, CA last week while on vacation. Had a great time and learned so much! :-)
Nice - Enjoy the tunes Alex :)