Wolfie
It's all about :-
a] Getting enough wind into the bloody thing to kick start it
b] Keeping the wind level even [stable]
Otherwise it sounds like a fecking stuffed pig [you could ask Buzz!!!]
Gave up after a few weeks and took up "Advanced Empathy Skills" which, for me, was a dam sight easier
It's a fascinating instrument to play but the neighbours [and family] will just luuuuuuuurve you LOL
Best bet is to see if there is a pipe band locally and go along and try - bet there always looking for "new blood"
That way you can try without it costing you anything
btw - if you get into the band you HAVE to wear a kilt [which was the real reason I joined in the first place
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