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The MacCrimmons: Scotland's Lost Pipers of Skye
In this episode, we dive into the world of the MacCrimmons, the legendary piping dynasty of the Isle of Skye. For centuries, the MacCrimmons served as hereditary pipers to the chiefs of Clan MacLeod, composing and performing pìobaireachd—classical music of the great Highland bagpipe. We explore their origins at Boreraig, the founding of the MacCrimmon piping college, and the intricate structure of pìobaireachd with its ground, variations, and crunluaths. We meet key figures like Patrick Mòr MacCrimmon, the supposed composer of the lament 'Cha till mi tuille' (I will return no more)…
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