July 27 is designated as Bagpipe Appreciation Day (who makes these things up?)Bagpipes have long been associated with the Scottish Highlands, although they have come from many different places, and there are many variations of them (in the third chapter of Daniel the “symphonia” in Nebuchadnezzar’s band is believed to have been a bagpipe).
The playing of the Bagpipe was banned in Scotland after the uprising of 1745. They were classified as an instrument of war by the loyalist government.
Celebrate on July 27 by playing your bagpipes! If you don't have any, here are a couple of Youtube videos to enjoy...
Traditional or Non - traditional
