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The bagpipe is a musical instrument that has two or more reeded pipes connected to a flexible leather bag. Either human breath or bellows can expand the bag, which is the depository for the "wind" supply. The bagpipe is carried beneath the arms of the musician. Bellows were developed during the 17th century in Ireland and France. A small bagpipe called the musette, became quite fashionable during this time period. History of the Bagpipe It is interesting to note that the first historical account of the bagpipe appears in Rome during the first century A.D. Emperor Nero is believed to have played the bagpipes. In Scottish history, the bagpipe replaced the harp as a means of calling warriors to arm for battle. The loud "skirl" of the pipes could be overheard over the noise of battle. The pipers of old were well known for their bravery in battle. Memorials to the pipers are scattered throughout Scotland. The Legend of Piper’s Cave The MacCrimmons were famous pipers who played for the MacLeod chiefs from 1500 to 1800. The MacCrimmon’s School of Piping was created and existed for nearly 250 years. The inspiration for the school was as a result of the Legend of the Piper’s Cave.
The story is told of a contest arranged by the MacLeod chieftain whereby pipers from eleven different clans would compete. MacLeod’s expert piper MacCrimmon would represent the MacLeod clan. On the day of the event, MacCrimmon became ill and could not perform. The chieftain said that MacCrimmon’s son would have to play in his stead. Frightened and tearful, the boy disappeared and hid in the castle battlements. A passing fairy took pity on the boy and listened to his tale of woe. The fairy gave him a choice between playing the pipes poorly or become a great unknown piper. Choosing to be a skilled piper, he took the silver chanter offered by the fairy. The boy had to adhere to one condition: when she called him, he must obey her command. When the boy returned and participated in the contest, he won. The day arrived whereby the fairy bid the piper to walk with her along the
shore. While he played the silver chanter, she let him into a cave where he
disappeared forever. The cave is known today as Piper’s Cave.
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