On this first episode of The Podtastic Piper Radio Program I think about why a person might want to learn to play the Great Highland Bagpipes. Beyond the obvious, that the bagpipes are awesome, some other reasons might involve a parent played, your ancestors are Scottish, or maybe you just want to have a interesting skill to impress your friends with at parties. 

For me, it was at a police officer's memorial week parade in Washington DC that I decided I want to play. Ten years later I began

Aggressively pursue learning to play. My involvement in public safety, police, fire, and EMS, continues to provide me motivation and opportunities any utilize my developing skill.

Perhaps the best reason to play, and one I couldn’t have anticipated, is the group of wonderful guys and gals I’ve met and continue to interact with. Pipers tend to be outstanding folks and it is a privilege to be a part of the piping community.

What ever your reason, it’s a good reason.

Let me know, I’d love to hear what your reason for wanting to play are.

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