Chanter Reed 101 for Bagpipes | Reed Setup & Adjustment Tips with Jim McGillivray | PIPES READY!

Pipe Chanter Reed 101 – Bagpipe Reed Basics for Beginners and Beyond In this essential episode of the PIPES READY! series, Clasp-winner and Gold Medallist Jim McGillivray offers a complete introduction to chanter reeds for the Highland Bagpipe. Whether you're a new piper or a seasoned player fine-tuning your tone, this guide helps you get the most out of your reed setup. ✅ What You’ll Learn: • How to select the right reed for your playing style • Step-by-step hemping techniques for a stable, airtight fit • Shaving tips to reduce strength and improve tone • Adjustment tricks for better performance and comfort • Common issues and how to fix them (squealing, instability, etc.) Chanter reeds are at the heart of your tone. Jim’s expert instruction ensures you understand how to work with them, not against them — to produce a clean, confident, and resonant sound. 📘 Want to go deeper? Check out Jim’s best-selling book Rhythmic Fingerwork: https://bit.ly/RhythmicFingerwork 💬 Questions or video suggestions? Drop a comment — Jim reads every message. 👍 Like, 🔔 Subscribe, and turn on notifications for more expert bagpipe tutorials. #Bagpipes #ChanterReeds #BagpipeReeds #LearnBagpipes #BagpipeTuning #JimMcGillivray #PipesReady #BagpipeTips #ReedAdjustment #GreatHighlandBagpipes