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What is Improve Your Piping?
Improve Your Piping is a bagpipe education workshop scheduled for November 6th to 8th, 2026, in Antwerp, Belgium. It features instruction from tutors including Kyle Warren, Matt Wilson, Finlay Johnston, and Ben Duncan. The workshop covers topics such as competitive MSR, piobaireachd playing, instrument maintenance, and tune composition.
Who is this workshop for and what level of experience is required?
The workshop is designed for bagpipers who have made some progress on the practice chanter, can play several tunes, and have spent time on the bagpipes. It is recommended that attendees have a little knowledge, ideally having made some progress before attending.
How do I book my place or purchase a recital ticket?
To book a place, visitors must click 'Register' and add the workshop ticket to the basket. They then follow the payment instructions to secure their space, as registrations are currently closed for the workshop but tickets for the recital are still available.
What are the prices for the workshop and the recital?
The adult cost to attend the workshop is €449, while registered members of Vlamo can attend for €399. Under 18s pay €299, or €249 if they are also Vlamo members. Recital tickets are sold separately for €24.99.
Where is the workshop located and what is included in the fee?
The workshop takes place at Groenhout Vestiging Kasteelstraat, Kasteelstraat 17, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium. Participants receive access to three full days of expert workshops, a printed music pack, lunch, refreshments, and admission to the Saturday recital.
What makes this workshop different from other piping courses?
The workshop is tailored to individual needs, allowing each piper to choose the specific sessions they wish to attend from the schedule. Several workshops run at the same time, and some are repeated so participants can fully customize their learning experience.
Who are the tutors leading the instruction?
The tutor team includes Kyle Warren, a World Champion piper and member of Bagrock super group the Red Hot Chilli Pipers, as well as Matt Wilson, an award-winning Pipe Major of Field Marshal Montgomery Pipe Band.
What specific topics are covered during the instruction?
The curriculum covers a wide range of topics including fingerwork and technique, effective practice routines, live performance management, medley construction, harmony writing, and dress, drill, and deportment.
What is the atmosphere and setting of the workshop?
The workshop is open to all bagpipers worldwide who wish to travel to Antwerp, one of Europe's most beautiful cities, to enjoy three full days of learning and building friendships through music.
How does the Vlamo subsidy program work?
VLAMO is a Flemish music organisation that assists registered Pipe Bands by subsidizing attendance for members. Participants must provide their Pipe Band Vlamo membership number to qualify for the discount.
What platforms and sponsors are associated with the business?
The business is powered by Shopify and lists sponsors such as VLAMO, RG Hardie and Co., and Kyle Warren Bagpipes. It also provides links to Facebook and Instagram for further engagement.
When is the event scheduled and what is the current registration status?
The workshop is scheduled for November 6th to 8th, 2026, with the main recital taking place on Saturday, November 7th. Registration is currently open for the workshop, though the listing notes that registrations are now closed for the event itself.
What food and materials are provided during the event?
The workshop includes lunch provided each day, teas/coffees with light snacks throughout the day, and a printed music pack for all attendees.
What is the official website of Improve Your Piping?
The official website of Improve Your Piping is improveyourpiping.com.
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About Improve Your Piping
Improve Your Piping is a bagpipe education workshop held in Antwerp, Belgium, scheduled for November 6th to 8th, 2026. The event offers three days of instruction from a team of tutors that includes Kyle Warren, Matt Wilson, Finlay Johnston, and Ben Duncan, covering topics such as competitive MSR and piobaireachd playing, instrument maintenance, tuning, technique, tune composition, and pipe band skills. Registration is open for participants, with the workshop fee including access to all sessions, a printed music pack, lunch, refreshments, and admission to a recital on Saturday, November 7th. The workshop takes place at Groenhout Vestiging Kasteelstraat, Kasteelstraat 17, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium, running from 9am to 5pm each day. Tickets to attend the recital are also available separately for non-participants.
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