Bagpipe Practice Chanter 18in Nickel Plated Engraved Ferrule. Bagpipes Piping Institute Tutor Book, 2 Bagpipe Practice Chanter Reeds, Bag Pipes Beginner. Bagpipes for Beginners Adult

great beginners kit and is being used by my 92 year old father

I’ve never played bagpipes before but I’ve played wind instruments all my life and I’m totally obsessed with this little guy! Quality is good and the book is excellent, but if you aren’t familiar with written music something like the Hal Leonard Bagpipe method might be a good supplement. Both included reeds work well, but I’m getting Barefoot Bagpiper’s variety set to try others out. I have a hard time putting this thing down! Might need a kilt now…

As an experienced musician across piano, trombone and voice, I purchased this chanter as a first step to learning pipes. I have searched for an email address to contact Barefoot Bagpipes but to no avail. This chanter isn't even close to being a good practice instrument. The music book references low G to high A. This chanter is in fact tuned to Ab. Even worse than that, it doesn't stick in Ab major. It actually plays Ab, Bb, C, D (not Db). At that point I stopped trying. (No idea what mode that translates to). Furthermore, contrary to the fingering chart, once low G (or rather Ab) has been released on the little finger, subsequent use of this hole for construction of other notes makes no difference to what note is sounding. Don't waste your time with this: you'll learn bad habits. I would be most grateful if someone could send me a new chanter - correctly built - or a full refund please.

The book did not include information on how to connect the Practice Chanter. I figured it out. I like the way the book instructs you on how to play. I have a lot to learn. Very pleased with the Chanter and book.

This is a great "kit" for beginners; everything you need; book is a standard used by teachers however be prepared to jump from basics to technical embellishments and ornaments. A good online course (there are many) is a big help; I upgrade to a better PC in 1 month after signing on with an in-person instructor and deciding to make this a serious venture.