Oideachd
Instrument: Practice Chanter
Embouchure, hand position, the eight-note scale, basic tunes, reading music. Systematic introduction to the mechanics of playing with correct posture and tone from the first lesson.
Can play the scale cleanly. Can play five tunes with sheet music.
Tier IIInstrument: Practice Chanter
Gracenotes, doublings, repertoire building, introduction to competition pieces. The student develops fluency and begins to build the musical vocabulary required for performance.
Executes all gracenotes consistently. Repertoire of 15 or more tunes.
Tier IIIInstrument: Bagpipes
Full instrument transition, blowing technique, tuning basics, band repertoire, performance confidence. The physical and technical demands of the full bagpipe are addressed methodically.
Sustains steady pressure. Performs publicly without assistance.
Tier IVInstrument: Bagpipes
MSR, Pìobaireachd introduction, competition-ready pieces, Masterclass format. The student engages with the highest levels of the tradition and is prepared for independent competitive performance.
Competes independently. Begins teaching readiness if desired.
10 lessons for the price of 9 if booked as a block.
Lessons of 30 minutes and 90 minutes can be arranged upon request.
Complimentary first lesson.
A full structured lesson — not a consultation.
No obligation beyond the session itself.
Welcome pack for all new students
Progress tracking and written feedback after each lesson
Access to practice resources
Response within 24 hours
Access to tailored student progression app — UNDER DEVELOPMENT