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March, Strathspey, And Reel (MSR) - We ask the 42nd Royal Highlanders to play a piece of their choosing, and they opt for 'MSR.' There's a mistake the first time through - yes, even professional musicians make mistakes - but the second time through goes smoothly.

The Fife - Fifer Preston Smith talks about the fife and its historical role in the military.

Drones And Reeds - Taylor Stirm explains about the bass and tenor drones, as well as the chanter, and takes them apart to reveal the reeds.

The Chanter - Bagpiper Brandon Hughes plays a short tune on the chanter, detached from the bagpipes, and explains why that's so difficult.

Bagpipes: What They're Made Of And How They Work - Piper Taylor Stirm talks a little about the history of bagpipes, the materials used to craft them, and the mechanics of playing them.There's no getting around the fact that this is a very loud instrument! Time: 2:53. Bagpipes: The feared Instrument? - Piper Brandon Hughes talks about the historical role of highland bagpipes as an instrument of war.Amazing Grace (Harmony) - Bagpipers and fifers perform a beautiful harmony version of 'Amazing Grace.' Time: 1:40.We filmed the musicians performing on and explaining about their instruments, and we have assembled several short, focused videos so you can pick and choose which to view and share with your students. Their bagpipes, fifes, and drums were featured in 'Emerald Isle,' from Music K-8, Vol. Plank Road Publishing was happy to welcome the 42nd Royal Highlanders from Lafayette, Indiana, to a recording session in Indianapolis, Indiana. Bagpipes Video Series Featuring The 42nd Royal Highlanders From Plank Road Publishing