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When we read Táin Bó Cuailnge, our Irish Lit. Prof. said it was pronounced Koo-Hoolin. Normally, I've seen it as Cuchulainn rather than Cu Chulainn. My limited understanding of Gaeilge leads me to agree with Koo-Hoolin, but limited is the operative word here!
Teri

Morris Open's web page is at: http://www.morris-open.de/index.html#Morris-Maennlein

My highschool German didn't help me much, but the page is easy to navigate.
Teri

Hey Brian I swap out chanters often (with a fair amount of teflon tape/waxed hemp). I have a 20+ year old Konzak chanter and a new Daye blackwood. The Konzak, due to the age, is incredibly mellow and sweet and certain tunes just sound better with it. So, out comes the adjustments. That's as far as I...

A good place to start is David Daye's page: http://www-bprc.mps.ohio-state.edu/~bdaye/bagpipes.html David's page is a bit technical (reed making is the piper's nightmare). Near the bottom of the page is every link you could ever want for uilleann pipe info. David's practice set are an economical way...

Tony & Mick: Neither one of you could ever be considered whistling hogs! Your submissions are always a joy to hear and they keep the rest of us on our toes. Here's to more contributors, more discussion, and great music.

Slainte
Teri

There is a VERY active uilleann piping board if you wish to join. It's at uilleann@listserve.heanet.ie dave I have to second Dave's suggestion. The uilleann list is very active and very informative. The membership includes makers, teachers, seasoned players, novices... you name it. I'm fortunate en...