23 Apr 2017

New MacRae SL4 Bagpipes

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The Highland Shoppe just received an order of MacRae Bagpipes with McCallum Blackwood chanters, G1 Platinum bagpipe reeds, Bannatyne Willie McCallum synthetic hide pipe bags, Selbie and Ezee Drone reeds. The Duncan MacRae reproduction bagpipes are exact copies of the original bagpipes played by Stuart Liddell. The drones produce a rich, deep, full steady tone. tuning above the hemp line with the chanter set at a pitch of 480. Our customers are excited to be receiving their new pipes.  Here … Read More

13 Nov 2016

Remembrance Day – November 11, 2016

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Both Jeanie and Bill were out playing on Remembrance ceremonies on November 11, 2016.  Jeanie was downtown at The Core outside Holt Renfrew.  This was an excellent opportunity for those in downtown core to pay their respects to those who have served our country.  Bill was out at Delia, AB – a small community which has held a Remembrance Day ceremony for many years.  They have a Granite Wall of Honour at Veteran’s Memorial Park that was installed on May 12th, … Read More