The Piping Centre is pleased to be able to present a new initiative: The Piping Instructor Seminar. The aim of the seminar is to provide Teachers of Piping and potential Teachers of Piping with a forum that allows tutors and those wanting be tutors to update their knowledge of teaching methods, new technology and other areas relevant to piping, as well as gaining an Institute of Piping qualification.

Administration

It is intended the seminar run over a two day period, probably during a weekend. Dates will be agreed between the Centre and participants. Accommodation for one night, meals for two days and all tuition/excursion fees will be included in the cost. Course fees to be confirmed.

Opportunity

The Piping Instructor Seminar provides an unparalleled opportunity for current and prospective Teachers of Piping to gain a qualification and to expand their knowledge and experience of piping related topics. It is an opportunity not to be missed!!

Seminar Topics

  • Institute of Piping qualification
  • Music Theory
  • Teaching Methods
  • Playing with Other Instruments
  • Introduction to reed making
  • Visit to a Bagpipe Maker
  • Visit to a Reed Maker
  • Bagpipe Music Writing Software

Tutors

A World class line-up of tutors will teach on the seminar:

  • Roddy MacLeod
  • Jimmy Banks
  • Margaret Houlihan
  • Chris Armstrong
  • Finlay MacDonald
  • Gavin Stoddart

The ability to run these courses depends on the level of interest received.

Please send your full name, address and a contact telephone number to rchurchill@thepipingcentre.co.uk and we will inform you when we intend to run our next course.