Piper's Dojo Audio Experience
Episodes
505 - Crushed Reeds, Confusing Feedback & Hard Truths About Tuning (Dojo U "Strike In" Q&A Session)
27 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Dojo U’s "Strike-In" Q&A, Andrew and Carl dig into everything from reed disasters and confusing judges’ comments to tuning, pioba...
504 - The Myth of Relaxed Playing (Dojo Conversations Episode 159)
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if trying to be relaxed when you play is actually a kind of denial – one that could affect your overall development as a piper? This week, Andr...
503 - Stop Blaming the Reed: Fix Your Setup Instead (Dojo U Q&A Session)
13 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Dojo U’s Friday Strike-In Q&A, Andrew and Carl tackle a wide range of piping questions – from chanter choices and reed behaviour ...
502 - The Hidden Cost of “Fixing” Your Reed (Dojo Conversations Episode 158)
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Should you be messing with your chanter reeds? This week, Andrew and Jim discuss the pros and cons of reed manipulation — pinching, lic...
501 - Mastering the Variables: Reeds, The Environment...& You (Dojo U Q&A Session)
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Dojo U’s Friday Strike-In, Andrew flies solo to answer a wide range of student questions, from solo playing tips to tenor reed manageme...
500 - How To Turn Performance Nerves Into A Superpower (Dojo Conversations Episode 157)
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ever felt your heart race, your hands shake, or your mind go blank before playing? This episode will help you understand why... and what to actually ...
499 - Cane Reeds, Ear Training & Synthetic Myths (Dojo University Q&A Session)
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Getting better at piping isn’t about chasing every new piece of gear — it’s about understanding how your instruments, your ears, and your enviro...
498 - Why Most Pipers Struggle With Rhythm (And How to Fix It) - (Dojo Conversations Episode 156)
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Rhythm isn’t just about keeping time. It’s about understanding how music moves – and learning to control that movement note by note, beat b...
497 - Why Posture Is More Important Than Bag Size (Dojo U Q&A Session)
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Getting your setup right isn’t about endlessly changing gear – it’s about understanding what actually affects your sound and comfort. This week ...
496 – Are Grade 5 Bands "The Primordial Soup"? (Dojo Conversations Episode 155)
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What is grade 5 actually for? This week, Andrew and Jim answer a seemingly innocuous listener question about whether grade 5 bands ...
494 – The Most Important Skill For Pipers to Master (Dojo Conversations Episode 154)
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Rhythm isn’t just something you add to music. It’s the thing that makes music possible in the first place. In this episode, Andrew and Jim step ba...
493 - Why Fundamentals Beat Shortcuts Every Time (Dojo U Strike In Q&A Session)
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Improving your piping isn't about chasing quick fixes; it's about rebuilding your playing from the ground up. This week in our Q&A session, Andre...
492 - Does Generalism Triumph in a Specialized World? (Dojo Conversations Episode 153)
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Exploring another interest isn’t automatically a distraction. It might be the thing that keeps your main passion alive. This week, Andrew and Jim ta...
Winter Storm Concert - 2026
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Enjoy this full recording of the Winter Storm Concert livestream, streamed live on Facebook as part of Winter Storm 2026 – The Pipes and Drums Event...
Winter Storm Concert 2026
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Enjoy this full recording of the Winter Storm Concert livestream, streamed live on Facebook as part of Winter Storm 2026 – The Pipes and Drums Event...
491 - Do You REALLY Need Tone Enhancers? (Dojo U Friday Strike-in Q&A Session)
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
High altitude tuning, dry climate disasters, and the great tone enhancer debate take centre stage this week as Andrew and Carl tackle another round of...
490 - How To Level Up Your Piping In Just 6 Months (Dojo Conversations Episode 152)
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if you could level up your piping – within 6 months? This week, Andrew and Jim lay out a complete week by week training blueprint designed to t...
489 - How To Play Pipes In Cold Weather (Friday Strike In Dojo U Q&A Session)
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Cold weather and classic piping dilemmas take centre stage this week as Andrew and Carl dive into playing bagpipes in harsh conditions. From poly pipe...
488 - Everything We Learned About Bagpipes This Year (Dojo Conversations Episode 151)
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this annual Year in Review, Andrew and Jim reflect on a big year of piping, podcasting, and life at the Dojo – revisiting standout moments, recur...
487 - It's a Wonderful Pipe (Dojo Conversations Episode 150)
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Some Christmas episodes are carefully scripted… and some are joyfully handed over to the robots. This week, Andrew and Jim continue their annual hol...
486 - When Your Chanter Won’t Behave (And What to Do About It)
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Dojo's "Friday Strike In" Q&A Hour, Andrew works through a stack of real-world piping questions, starting with how to balance low A a...
485 - Does Failing Faster Make You A Better Piper?
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered why some pipers seem to bounce back from mistakes effortlessly – or why your pipes sometimes feel great one day and impossible the nex...
484 - Rejected Ideas, Great Advice (Dojo Conversations Episode 149)
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Some episodes are carefully planned… and some are rescued straight out of the garbage can. This week, Andrew and Jim wrap up the year by...
483 - Composing the Future of Piping with John Dew
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we sit down with renowned piper and composer John Dew for a deep dive into his latest project, John Dew's Pipe Suites. ...
482 - How to Learn Tunes By Ear (Dojo Conversations Episode 148)
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learning by ear can feel both magical and maddening… and it’s one of the most powerful skills a musician can build. This week, Andrew and Jim tack...
481 - Why You Can’t Hear Your Own Mistakes
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered why those pesky crossing noises always show up when you’re playing in front of a judge? This week, Andrew and Carl tackle one of pipin...
480 - How To Take And Give Criticism (Dojo Conversations Episode 147)
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why does criticism feel so uncomfortable, and yet matter so much for growth? This week, Andrew and Jim unpack the messy, meaningful world of critique:...
479 - Can Playing in a Band Sabotage Your Solo Piping?
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered if playing in a band might actually sabotage your solo piping? This week, Andrew and Carl dive into the age-old struggle between band te...
478 - Bagpipes, Breakdowns, and Life Lessons (Dojo Conversations Episode 146)
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What do old cars and bagpipes have in common? More than you might think... This week, Andrew and Jim take a joyride through the surprisingly parallel ...
477 - Could Singing Be the Secret to Great Piping? (Dojo U Q&A Session)
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if learning piobaireachd could feel as natural as singing it? This week, Andrew and Carl dive deep into one of the most expressive and mysterious...
476 - This Virtual Piping Coach Revolutionizes Practice (Dojo Conversations Episode 145)
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if you could have a bagpipe teacher on demand – anytime, anywhere? This week, Andrew and Jim road test one of the most exciting innovations at ...
475 - How To Publish Tunes with Special Guest Micah Babinski (plus Q&As)
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if one tune you wrote became a crowd favorite – and sparked a whole collection decades in the making? This week, Andrew and Carl welcome Micah ...
474 - Bagpipe Expression Made Simple (Dojo Conversations Episode 144)
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Expression. It’s one of those words that gets thrown around a lot in music – but what does it really mean when you’re playing the bagpipes? This...
473 - Does Bad Band Culture Drive Players Away For Good? (Dojo Conversations Episode 143)
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Does a good – or bad – band experience just come down to luck? This week, Jim and Andrew dig into a listener’s story about tough instructors, ho...
472 - The Secret to Clean Fingerwork (Dojo Conversations Episode 142)
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Andrew and Jim strip things right back to the foundations of great piping. What really matters when it comes to clean technique? How do you...
471 - Is There A Better Way To Grade Band Contests? (Dojo Conversations Episode 141)
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is there a better way to score pipe band competitions? This week, Andrew and Jim look at an unlikely comparison for inspiration: gymnastics. Fr...
470 - Rethinking Solo Rankings: EUSPBA's Greatest Hits Program (Dojo Conversations Episode 140)
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered how you can really tell who the top solo pipers are across a massive region like the Eastern United States? This week, Andre...
469 - Tuning's Surprising Secret Enemy (Dojo Conversations Episode 139)
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are ceiling fans secretly ruining your tuning? And what’s actually essential to keep in your pipe case? In this fun and practical episode, Andrew an...
468 - The Tunes That Changed Everything (Dojo Conversations Episode 138)
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered where some of the most loved tunes today came from? In this episode, Andrew and Jim dive into the life of John McLellan of Dunoon – on...
467 - The Nitty Gritty of Playing With Sheepskin (Dojo Conversations Episode 137)
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered what makes a sheepskin bag so special – or so tricky? Last week we covered the broad pros and cons of sheepskin – this ...
466 - Should you switch to a sheepskin bag? (Dojo Conversations Episode 136)
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why do some pipers prefer a sheepskin bag? In this episode, Jim and Andrew dive deep into the world of hide bagpipe bags – especially th...
465 - How To Strike In Like A Pro (Dojo Conversations Episode 135)
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Last week we looked at how maintenance, set up, and your bag can all massively help or massively hinder your strike ins. This week, Jim and An...
464 - How To Fix Your Floppy Strike-Ins (Dojo Conversations Episode 134)
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are your strike ins leaving you deflated? This week, Andrew and Jim break down the real reasons your pipes might not be cooperating – from lea...
463 - Are You Dialling In The Right Knobs? (Dojo Conversations Episode 133)
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if better playing was as simple as turning the right knob? In this episode, Andrew and Jim turn up the dial on a piping met...
462 - Train Your Brain to Practice Better (Dojo Conversations Episode 132)
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever find yourself stopping cold after making a mistake while you're playing? In this episode, Andrew and Jim dig into what it really takes to master ...
461 - Top Tips for New Pipe Majors (and other Q&As) (Dojo Conversations Episode 131)
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you avoid burnout as a new pipe major? Find gigs as a soloist? Introduce new tunes to your band? Join Andrew and Jim for another mixed bag Q&am...
460 - Prescribed Tunes: Test, Trap... or Trying To Tell Us Something? (Dojo Conversations Episode 130)
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are the RSPBA’s prescribed tunes just tough? Or are they trying to tell us something? This week, Jim and Andrew dive into a juicy listener-submitted...
459 - Peek Behind the Curtain at the Dojo with Carl Donley (Dojo Conversations Episode 129)
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is this the man behind the curtain at the Dojo? This week, Andrew and Jim welcome Carl Donley, who’s been a mainstay co-running Dojo University with...
458 - Guess That Bagpipe! (Dojo Conversations Episode 128)
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can you guess where these sometimes weird and often wonderful pipes come from? Join Andrew and Jim this week for a wild ride through the world...
457 - Where Did Bagpipes Come From? (Dojo Conversations Episode 127)
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered why we play grace notes in a certain order? Or how we started playing with drones or a bag in the first place? All the traditions, “ru...
456 - Can YOU Master the Tuning Game? (Dojo Conversations Episode 126)
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if you could practice tuning... WITHOUT your bagpipes? This week, Andrew and Jim are test-driving Andrew's new tuning game – and launching a sp...
455 - Can You Guess The Movie From The Bagpipes? (Dojo Conversations Episode 125)
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready to put your bagpipe pop culture knowledge to the test! In this episode, Jim's cooked up a game that’s equal parts fun and maddening: he pl...
454 - One Thing At A Time (Dojo Conversations Episode 124)
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever felt like you're spinning in circles trying to fix everything at once – tuning, timing, pressure, remembering tunes, embellishments? You don’...
453 - The Three Minute Drill: Quickfire Bagpipe Q&A (Dojo Conversations Episode 123)
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Andrew and Jim tackle more bagpipe questions – but the pressure is on to keep their answers within 3 minutes. They discuss the timing for...
452 - Could Fear of Being Wrong Be Blocking Your Piping Progress? (Dojo Conversations Episode 122)
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever hold back in a practice session because you're worried you'll mess it up? Or stay quiet in band because you're afraid your idea might be wrong? I...
451 - Why Mentorship Matters (Dojo Conversations Episode 121)
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's easy to assume that mentorship is most crucial during childhood. But what about those who discover piping later in life? Whether you're a beginne...
450 - Is Moisture Good or Bad for Pipers? (Dojo Conversations Ep 120)
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever picked up your pipes on a rainy day and wondered why they sounded... different? Or maybe you’ve struggled to keep them in tune during a frosty ...
449 - How To Start a Pipe Band (Dojo Conversations Episode 119)
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever thought about starting your own pipe band? Where would you even begin? This week, Andrew and Jim dive into the nitty-gritty of building a band fr...
448 - The 3-Step Formula for Mastering Steady Blowing (Dojo Conversations Episode 118)
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever been told to ‘blow tone’? What if that familiar advice is actually leading you astray? Of course, steadiness matters—but before you c...
447 - The Cheat Code to Becoming Great at Bagpipes (Dojo Conversations Episode 117)
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is there a cheat code to becoming truly great at bagpipes? In this episode, Jim and Andrew conclude their Commandments series with insights on how to ...
446 - Is the Practice Chanter a "Real" Instrument? (Dojo Conversations Episode 116)
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pipers start their journey on a practice chanter – but can you do more with a practice chanter than just… well, practice? This week, Ji...
445 - Do You REALLY Need a Digital Tuner? (Dojo Conversations Episode 115)
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you rely solely on your digital tuner to get your pipes in tune? Digital bagpipe tuners have become as commonplace in the piping world as the smart...
444 - Why Learning Bagpipes Feels Harder Before It Gets Easier (Dojo Conversations Episode 114)
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever tried something new and thought, "Easy! I could do that"—only to fail spectacularly? That’s the hierarchy of competence in action. It’s the...
443 - Our Top Hacks For Grade 5 Pipe Bands (Dojo Conversations Episode 113)
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are lower-grade pipe bands missing out on easy wins by focusing on the wrong things? This week, Andrew and Jim chat through how lower grade pipe bands...
442 - Why Subjective Feedback Is Confusing (And How to Decode It) (Dojo Conversations Episode 112)
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever been frustrated by vague, subjective feedback from a judge or teacher? Only things that can be measured can be improved. So how do you meas...
441 - How To Learn a Stack o’ Tunes (Dojo Conversations Episode 111)
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had to learn a bunch of new tunes all at once? This week, Andrew and Jim talk through the best ways to tackle learning a huge stack of b...
440 - How Often Should You Learn a New Tune? (Dojo Conversations Ep 110)
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When was the last time you learned a new tune? This week, Andrew and Jim are diving into “constant variance” - that is, constantly and consistentl...
439 - How To Beat The Danger of Distractions (Dojo Conversations Episode 109)
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever tried to multitask? Putting aside the fact that multitasking is a myth (more on that in the episode...) did you end up doing any of those many th...
438 - The Game-Changing Power of Recording Your Practice (Dojo Conversations Ep 108)
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you avoid recording yourself? Get nervous at the idea of people listening to you play? Although it can be nerve wracking, recording yourself for an...
437 - Why Simple Tools Build Better Pipers (Dojo Conversations Ep 107)
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Would you want to learn to drive in a Formula 1 race-car, or learn to fly an airplane in a Boeing 787 Dreamliner? Even if it sounds really cool,...
436 - Another Year In The Bag (Dojo Conversations Ep 106)
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Happy New Year – almost! This week Andrew and Jim revisit some of the highs, the lows, and everything in between – including Jim's hair, which is...
435 - St Blow's Blessings for the Season(ing) (Dojo Conversations Ep 105)
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this festive episode, Jim and Andrew present another AI-penned Christmas poem: 'A Piper's Night Before Christmas,' featuring Jolly St Blow, the myt...
434 - Do You Need A Second Instrument for Solo Contests? (Dojo Conversations Ep 104)
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The mailbag has arrived again! This week, Will asks: “…I want to build a set of pipes, specifically for solo competition… what should I look at ...
433 - Daily Action Will Transform Your Piping (Dojo Conversations Episode 103)
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is it better to do a little bit every day… or a massive catch up session every once in a while? If you’ve ever tried to get fit, go o...
432 - Top Secrets of Ensemble Judges (Dojo Conversations Episode 102)
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do pipers or drummers make better ensemble judges? This week, Ed Best is back, joining Andrew and Jim to reveal all the secrets about the role of ense...
431 - The Power of Immersion (Dojo Conversations Episode 101)
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What is the single greatest correlate to success in any pursuit? This week, Andrew and Jim are chatting all things immersion (including a detour ...
430 - Should You Circular Breathe As A Bagpiper? (Dojo Conversations Episode 100)
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's Episode 100 of the Dojo Conversations Podcast! Well, kind of... Anyway, to celebrate 100 continuous weeks of streaming direct...
429 - How to Write a Bagpipe Tune (Dojo Conversations Episode 99)
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wanted to write a bagpipe tune? This week, Andrew and Jim show you how to do it by composing a brand new tune live on air! They discuss ...
428 - 11 Simple Habits That Will Overhaul Your Piping (Dojo Conversations Episode 98)
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if 11 small changes could make an enormous difference to your piping progress? This week, Andrew and Jim dive into the 11 commandment...
427 - Are Drummers Just Different? With Ed Best (Dojo Conversations Episode 97)
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is Scottish snare drumming really that different from other kinds of drumming... or from piping? This week, prolific drummer, judge and t...
426 - Hot Cakes! (Hot Takes on Bagpipe Reddit Questions): (Dojo Conversations Episode 96)
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Anyone for some hot cakes?! Jim’s been diving into the bagpipe forums on Reddit again, so this week, he and Andrew offer advice to solv...
425 - The Best Way To Build Stamina (Dojo Conversations Episode 95)
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After a piping hiatus, it can be exhausting to play for even a short time until your stamina builds again. So what's the best way to get your piping f...
424 - The Formula to Beat the Pipe Band Struggle (Dojo Conversations Episode 94)
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does it really take to build a successful band? This week, Andrew and Jim discuss how much the skill of individual players contribut...
423 - Solving the World's Piping Problems (Dojo Conversations Episode 93)
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's another Reddit deep dive! This week, Andrew and Jim discuss questions pipers have posted to Reddit – about whether you should play standard set...
422 - Finding the Balance Between Perfect and Fun (Dojo Conversations Episode 92)
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Andrew and Jim reunite after a six-week break to answer a listener’s question about dealing with bagpipe instructors who may ...
421 - Pipers of the Caribbean: An Insider's Guide to a Bagpiping Cruise (Dojo Conversations Episode 91)
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One of the mainstay in-person events for us at Dojo University is our semi-annual bagpiping cruise – and in 2024 we joined forces with Jack Lee and ...
Free Class with Andrew this Monday, September 16th!
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel like you're always struggling to learn tunes, with no time left over to actually improve your piping? Tune in for free on Monday...
420 - How To Embrace Failure (Dojo Conversations Episode 90)
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As in any pursuit, the best thing you can do is approach everything in piping with an open mind. Failure is a teacher. And we can always learn new and...
419 - The Story of the Dojo (Dojo Conversations Episode 89)
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Andrew and Jim reflect on how the Dojo evolved from an idea about teaching a piping school in semesters online at the dawn of online classr...
418 - How to Free Your Pipe Band (Dojo Conversations Episode 88)
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
“Forget prizes. You’re out to be the best you can be, and that’s what you should aim for. Take care of that, and all your performances will impr...
417 - The Intensity Equation (Dojo Conversations Episode 87)
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever had a workout where you pushed it way too far? You may be surprised to learn you can do something similar when you’re playing your bagpipes… ...
416 - Q&A: Answering Reddit Questions (Dojo Conversations Episode 86)
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s another Q&A mailbag episode! But this time, we’re answering the many questions of the Reddit r/bagpipes community, who seem to be on to u...
415 - A North American Piper’s Guide to Scotland (Dojo Conversations Episode 85)
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is it worth the cost and effort for North American pipers and drummers to visit Scotland? Do general Scottish people care about the World Pipe Band Ch...
414 - How To Revive Your Stagnant Tunes (Dojo Conversations Episode 84)
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have any tunes in your repertoire that you don’t play well anymore? Perhaps you learned them when you weren’t as experienced and practiced ...
413 - How To Be A Great Piper on Autopilot (Dojo Conversations Episode 83)
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if you could play your bagpipes without ever worrying about tuning or technique again? How much faster could you improve if you didn't have to th...
412 - Portant Parade Principles (Dojo Conversations Episode 82)
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Like death and taxes, parades are an inevitable part of life for a piper. They can be long, hot, and exhausting. But they can also be a lot of fun if ...
411 - The Bagpiping AI Revolution (Dojo Conversations Episode 81)
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Could AI ever replace bagpipers? This week, Andrew and Jim dive into the potential impact of AI on the bagpiping community and creativity in general, ...
410 - The Dangers of Solo Competing (Dojo Conversations Episode 80)
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Would you rather perform at a wedding, or compete solo in front of a judge? This week, Andrew and Jim look at the world of solo bagpipe competin...
409 - What To Expect at Band and Solo Competitions (Dojo Conversations Episode 79)
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How should you prepare for your first solo competition? What should you do the night before? On the day? And what can you expect when you arrive, duri...
408 - The Secret to Learning New Tunes Is... Fun! (Dojo Conversations Episode 78)
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you struggle to learn new tunes? Get stressed trying to get all those band sets ready for the circle? The solution could lie in… making it fun! T...