playing

Sites dedicated to playing particular instruments or styles.

concertina

• Concertina

clarsach

• The Clarsach Society

Contact the Clarsach Society for information on classes, courses, harp hire, tutors etc in the Edinburgh area. (Convenor:Janette Bain, on 07786 931691, email clarsachsedinburgh@googlemail.com) Information on Clarsach classes

drumming

• Drumfun

Community and corporate drumming and team building workshops, Scotland.

fiddle

• Edinburgh Highland Reel and Strathspey Society

A friendly group of musicians who meet regularly and enjoy playing traditional Scottish music.

• Scots Fiddle Festival

The annual celebration of the fiddle in Scotland (November)

• Scottish Fiddle

Free Violin Sheet Music, traditional and modern audio recordings from Scotland. Information on the vibrant Scottish fiddle tradition.

• Fiddle on Magazine

Full of information on all things fiddel-related

mandolin

• The Scottish Mandolin

Nigel Gatherer’s site containing tips to get you started on the mandolin, plus lots of tunes in mandolin tablature.

pipes

• Bagpipe Web Directory

This site lists the largest number of bagpipe sites on the web. Includes an active forum for lively piping discussions. This site is THE first stop for piping matters.

• The Edinburgh Bagpipe Company

The Edinburgh Bagpipe Company (often referred to as Edinburgh Bagpipes) are the UK`s leading supplier globally specialising in professional Highland Bagpipe products, Drums and accessories. It is possible to order our products via this online store or by telephone using the number listed above.

• Lowland and Border Pipers’ Society

A group of enthusiasts who are interested in reviving the bagpipes of the Scottish lowlands and border region.

whistle

• The Scottish Whistle

Nigel Gatherer’s site containing tips to get you started on the whistle, plus many tunes.