Piper's Dojo Audio Experience

Andrew Douglas and the Piper's Dojo Team
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Piper's Dojo Audio Experience

The Dojo engages thousands of bagpipers around the globe, by harnessing the power of the internet to help connect those in the world who share a specific passion; enriching one's life through bagpipes.

  1. -6 ДН.

    434 - Do You Need A Second Instrument for Solo Contests? (Dojo Conversations Ep 104)

    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 for a purpose built solo bagpipe?”   Andrew and Jim chat through whether you need multiple sets of pipes on the boil for band vs solo playing, whether bore sizes matter in bagpipes, and the importance of simplicity, consistent maintenance, and focusing on the quality of your playing (aka ‘slaying') over the intricacies of your setup. 00:00 Introduction to Opals and Bononos 00:44 Quasi Mailbag: Will's Question on Bagpipes 02:18 The Challenges of Maintaining Multiple Bagpipes 04:10 Advice on Setting Up a Solo Bagpipe 07:16 The Importance of Simplicity in Bagpipe Setup 08:54 Debating Bore Size and Its Impact 12:58 The SLAY Principle for Bagpipe Success 21:04 Concluding Thoughts on Bagpipe Setup

    23 мин.

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    433 - Daily Action Will Transform Your Piping (Dojo Conversations Episode 103)

    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 on a diet, or even keep your teeth clean… it should probably go without saying that daily consistent action prevails over massive infrequent action, every single time.    This week, Andrew and Jim explore the importance of maintaining consistent daily habits with your piping. They discuss their personal routines, the challenges faced by pipers, and how integrating a 'one tune a day' habit can lead to significant improvement without overwhelming your daily life.    Got a topic you’d like us to cover in a future episode? Leave a comment or email us: support@pipersdojo.com!   Here’s what we cover this week: 00:00 Morning Routine and Teeth Brushing Debate 01:13 The Importance of Daily Habits 04:25 Retainers and Orthodontic Stories 06:49 Daily Actions vs. Massive Actions 11:17 Maintaining Musical Skills 16:25 The 100 Day Challenge 21:33 Morning Bagpipe Routine 21:56 Alternative Practices on Vacation 22:24 Importance of Daily Action 23:22 The Joy of Playing Daily 24:50 Challenges and Solutions for Pipers 26:24 Balancing Practice with Life 28:00 Maintaining Your Instrument 29:44 Consistency Over Perfection 32:59 Daily Action vs. Massive Action 36:58 The 11 Commandments of Piping 41:12 Final Thoughts on Daily Action

    45 мин.

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    432 - Top Secrets of Ensemble Judges (Dojo Conversations Episode 102)

    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 ensemble judges in pipe band competitions. The cover the differences in perspectives between piping and drumming judges, why it’s important to understand both types of instruments, how judges are trained, and challenges they face. They also look at how tune choices impact a band’s overall sound and performance, why practicing and refining judging skills is vital, and how thoughtful musical decisions can contribute to a stronger ensemble performance. Got a question you’d like us to cover on a future episode? Leave a comment or email us: support@pipersdojo.com! Here’s what we cover this week: 00:00 Introduction to Etymology 00:55 Defining Ensemble 01:32 Role of Ensemble Judges 02:30 Drummers vs Pipers: Judging Perspectives 05:53 Training and Preparation for Ensemble Judging 10:11 Challenges in Ensemble Judging 15:44 Judging Criteria and Considerations 29:21 The Importance of Rehearsal and Coordination 34:39 Starting a Conversation: The Rule from High School Band Days 35:31 Evaluating Ideas: The Importance of 'Why' 38:41 Killing Your Darlings: Lessons from Filmmaking 46:51 Ensemble Mindset: The Bigger Picture 47:44 Judging Criteria: Tightness, Style, Sound, and Composition 53:44 The Role of Composition in Performance 57:33 Balancing Complexity and Simplicity 01:01:51 Impactful Simplicity: Less Can Be More 01:04:19 Wrapping Up: Final Thoughts and Takeaways

    1 ч. 6 мин.

  4. 25 НОЯБ.

    431 - The Power of Immersion (Dojo Conversations Episode 101)

    What is the single greatest correlate to success in any pursuit? This week, Andrew and Jim are chatting all things immersion (including a detour into Adam Sandler movies) and how learning by doing and maintaining an authentic passion can significantly improve your skills. They also touch on the significance of foundational work like instrument maintenance and how it builds leverage for higher-level skills. Got a question or topic for a future episode? Leave a comment or email us: support@pipersdojo.com. Here's what we cover this week: 00:00 Nostalgic Movie Memories 01:48 Dreams of a Jim Carrey Biopic 02:14 The Adam Sandler Effect 05:38 Memorizing Movies vs. Bagpipe Tunes 15:34 The Importance of Immersion 24:39 Balancing Practice and Enjoyment 30:27 Commandment One: Immersion is Key

    34 мин.

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    430 - Should You Circular Breathe As A Bagpiper? (Dojo Conversations Episode 100)

    It's Episode 100 of the Dojo Conversations Podcast!   Well, kind of...   Anyway, to celebrate 100 continuous weeks of streaming directly into your ears, Andrew's agreed to suffer through all the topics he doesn't want to talk about, but that Jim's been saving up for an occasion just like this... tune in this week to learn more about the nuances of circular breathing, whether bagpipers can use vibrato, using 'non-traditional' notes, and how bagpipe music has evolved over time.  Got a topic you'd like us to cover in a future episode? Leave a comment or email us: support@pipersdojo.com!  Here's what we cover this week: 00:00 Celebrating 100 Episodes 01:43 The Great Circular Breathing Debate 03:54 Breathing Techniques for Beginners 12:08 Exploring Vibrato on the Practice Chanter 19:38 Bagpipe Techniques: Finding the Balance 19:57 The Rise and Fall of C Natural and G Sharp 20:55 Challenges of Tuning and Control 22:29 Opera and Bagpipes: A Vibrato Comparison 23:50 The Obsession with Technique 25:35 Learning and Teaching Bagpipes 30:07 The Evolution of Bagpipe Music 32:13 Experimentation and Innovation in Bagpiping 33:46 Reflections on Technique and Creativity 37:41 Concluding Thoughts: The Role of Art and Risk

    40 мин.

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    429 - How to Write a Bagpipe Tune (Dojo Conversations Episode 99)

    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 the process of composing music, exploring different techniques and ideas such as using a chord progression, incorporating motifs, and the importance of a good musical idea. They share insights on using notation software like MuseScore, the significance of rhythm and melody, and even touch on the importance of repetition and variation in music. If you’ve ever wanted to write tunes of your own, this is an episode not to miss! Got a topic you’d like us to cover on a future episode? Leave a comment or send us an email: support@pipersdojo.com. Here’s what we cover this week: 00:00 Introduction and Banter 00:33 Live Tune Composition 00:48 Choosing the Genre and Tools 01:09 Starting with a Musical Idea 02:39 Chord Progressions and Motifs 06:49 Creating the Groove 16:36 Building the Melody 22:00 Exploring Rhythmic Ideas 22:21 Crafting the Fourth Bar 23:31 Using Repetition and Variation 24:36 Adjusting Melodies and Chords 25:40 Finalizing the First Line 28:25 Composing Techniques and Tips 34:29 The Role of Chord Progressions 35:22 Improvisation and Creativity 38:38 Evolution of Musical Ideas 40:03 The Impact of Iconic Tunes 43:20 The Art of Movie Scoring 45:11 Inviting Audience Participation

    46 мин.

  7. 4 НОЯБ.

    428 - 11 Simple Habits That Will Overhaul Your Piping (Dojo Conversations Episode 98)

    What if 11 small changes could make an enormous difference to your piping progress?  This week, Andrew and Jim dive into the 11 commandments of mastery – Andrew’s blueprint of habits that lead to great bagpiping, but are applicable to all mastery-oriented pursuits. They look at the importance of mastering fundamentals to achieve creative freedom, common pitfalls that learners face, and why a growth mindset is essential to any form of progression.  Here’s what we cover in this episode: 00:00 Setting Up the Scene 00:53 The 11 Commandments of Bagpiping 01:11 Universal Concepts in Mastery 02:05 Disagreements in the Bagpipe World 04:20 Finding Reliable Advice 05:29 First Principles and Growth Mindset 12:00 Parenting and Teaching Analogies 21:13 Empowering Through Fundamentals 24:14 Discovering the Power of Chords 24:41 Applying Chord Theory to Bagpipes 26:01 The Trap of Linear Learning in Bagpiping 27:36 The Role of Fun in Learning 28:22 Photography and Bagpiping: A Creative Parallel 31:32 The Golden Rule of Creative Freedom 34:28 Specialization vs. Generalism in Bagpiping 40:30 The Danger of Goal-Oriented Mindsets 42:47 Overcoming Common Pitfalls in Bagpiping 48:18 Introducing the 11 Commandments of Mastery

    51 мин.

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    427 - Are Drummers Just Different? With Ed Best (Dojo Conversations Episode 97)

    Is Scottish snare drumming really that different from other kinds of drumming... or from piping?   This week, prolific drummer, judge and tutor Ed Best once again drops in to chat all things snare drumming with Andrew and Jim, covering whether rhythm is different between piping and drumming, how tempo affects drummers, why pipers and drummers should both learn each others’ parts, and how to get a better ensemble in your pipe band.  Got a question or topic you’d like us to cover in a future episode? Leave a comment or email us: support@pipersdojo.com  Here’s what we cover this week:  00:00 Welcome to the Ed Best and Jim Show! 00:39 Bagpipes and Snare Drums: A Unique Musical Relationship 01:18 Transferring Skills Between Musical Styles 03:15 The Tool Belt Analogy for Musical Techniques 04:22 Communication Challenges in Pipe Bands 08:15 Understanding DCI and Its Influence 09:45 The Rhythm Problem in Bagpiping 16:21 The Importance of Communication in Ensemble Playing 22:10 Communication Between Pipers and Drummers 23:12 Tempo and Its Impact on Performance 24:28 Challenges in Maintaining Rhythmic Control 26:30 The Importance of Consistency in Tempo 27:41 Understanding Drum Scores and Their Role 33:15 The Role of Communication in Band Rehearsals 39:53 The Importance of Ensemble Judging 42:17 Concluding Thoughts and Reflections

    44 мин.
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The Dojo engages thousands of bagpipers around the globe, by harnessing the power of the internet to help connect those in the world who share a specific passion; enriching one's life through bagpipes.

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    Andrew Douglas and the Piper's Dojo Team
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