Sinopsis
The Dojo engages thousands of bagpipers around the globe, by harnessing the power of the internet to help connect those in the world who share a specific passion; enriching one's life through bagpipes.
Episodios
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308 - Chanter Tuning Essentials - 05.19.2020
21/05/2020 Duración: 43minIn this class, we entertain a variety of great bagpiping questions, and then dig deep regarding how to balance the chanter, and resolve common chanter tuning issues. If you enjoyed this, you should try a Dojo University Premium Membership. Our premium membership features over 50 courses, 17+ live classes each week, social interaction channels, feedback on your playing, weekly challenges, and more! Try one month for just $1 by visiting https://DojoUniversity.com/testdrive today! Join us on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter… wherever you do your social media!
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300 - Can You Fix a Collapsing F? - 05.20.20
20/05/2020 Duración: 06minWill a pinch fix a super flat or collapsing F? What causes this? Is the reed salvageable? Carl and Andrew give you a simple solution to this issue. Don’t waste any more time with this problem and start playing! Visit DojoUniversity.com today and become a member! Join us on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter… wherever you do your social media!
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299 - Tempo Wars - 05.14.20
14/05/2020 Duración: 06minHow slowly can you play your grade 3 march in solo competition before the judge penalizes you for it? Andrew and Carl discuss this difficult but common question with a practical point of view. Visit DojoUniversity.com today and become a member! Join us on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter… wherever you do your social media!
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298 - Should Your Focus Be a Mile Wide or Mile Deep? - 04.06.20
06/05/2020 Duración: 04minDo you have a huge list of tunes you would like to learn? How do you decide which to work on in depth? Andrew helps you dial in your focus using the 6 Months to the Next Level plan. Success is not always playing a large amount of tunes! Visit DojoUniversity.com today and become a member! Join us on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter… wherever you do your social media!
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297 - What is the Correct Position for the Right Thumb? - 04.29.20
29/04/2020 Duración: 06minDo you have hole coverage issues on the bottom hand? Is your thumb position affecting the clarity of your bottom hand notes? Do you have these issues only on the full pipes, but not your chanter? Andrew explains how this is an overall posture issue not just hand position. Don’t let these basics prevent you from having successful Fingerwork technique. Visit DojoUniversity.com today and become a member! Join us on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter… wherever you do your social media!
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296 - The Case of the Cock-eyed Chanter! - 04.22.20
22/04/2020 Duración: 03minDoes your chanter rotate to one side while you're playing? Could this be causing your notes to sound messy? Can you fix it? Andrew and Carl clarifies how this is a posture issue and why you should avoid this. Visit DojoUniversity.com today and become a member! Join us on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter… wherever you do your social media!
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295 - Q&A Show - Sharp High G's, Tone Protector Fundamentals, and More - 4.17.20
20/04/2020 Duración: 53minIn today's Q&A show, we cover a wide range of topics. Highlights include: How to deal with "screamin sharp" High G's, and Tone Protector fundamentals. Enjoy!
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294 - Where Should That Left Little Finger Go? - 4.18.20
15/04/2020 Duración: 02minDo you struggle with where to put that useless little finger on the left hand? Do you stick it out as if you’re having tea? Do you tuck it in so it doesn’t interfere with your D gracenotes? What placement is best? Carl and Andrew describe the best finger position solution that allows you to play your best. Believe it or not, there is a correct answer here! Visit DojoUniversity.com today and become a member! Join us on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter… wherever you do your social media!
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293 - Is Your Chanter Failing You? - 04.10.20
10/04/2020 Duración: 05minHow old is your chanter? Do you struggle with balancing the tuning? Would an upgraded chanter improve your sound? Carl and Andrew explain how the age of your chanter may have a great impact on your sound. Watch to see if you are getting the best sound out of your chanter. Visit DojoUniversity.com today and become a member! Join us on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter… wherever you do your social media!
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292 - Tying On Bags with Grommets - 04.07.20
07/04/2020 Duración: 03minYou’re putting on a new pipe bag and see the grooves in the stocks. Where exactly do those go? Should grommets be above or in the groove? Carl and Andrew explain what the groove is for and how to get the best placement when installing your new bag. Visit DojoUniversity.com today and become a member! Join us on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter… wherever you do your social media!
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291 -The Best Seasoning for a Sheepskin Bag - 04.01.20
01/04/2020 Duración: 05minYou’ve just purchased a sheepskin bag, and you’re excited to tie it in and get playing. You’ve gotten suggestions for different types of seasonings including glycerine based solutions. Should you try it? Andrew and Carl will clear the confusion. Check in to hear what they have learning from experience and success. Visit DojoUniversity.com today and become a member! Join us on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter… wherever you do your social media!
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290 - Foolproof Reed Selection for Beginners - 03.25.20
26/03/2020 Duración: 03minHow do you know what reed to chose when you are a brand new piper? Your instructor said the reed was easy, but is it right for you? What do you do if the reed squeals, gurgles, or doesn’t make a sound at all? Andrew explains a foolproof way to choose your very first reed and every one after that. Stop struggling and start playing your new pipes! Visit DojoUniversity.com today and become a member! Join us on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter… wherever you do your social media!
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289 - Chanter Reed Strength, Part II - 03.24.20
24/03/2020 Duración: 06minDoes it take you a long time to chose a reed? Do you often end up with a reed that is too difficult or too easy for you? What if there was a way to check easily and quickly? Andrew explains why the chanter reed litmus test works so well. Use this technique to ensure you choose the right strength every time. Visit DojoUniversity.com today and become a member! Join us on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter… wherever you do your social media!
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288 - Help! My Ganaway Bag Isn't Airtight! - 03.18.20
18/03/2020 Duración: 04minHave you found that your Gannaway bag does not stay completely airtight? Should there be some flexibility with hide bags? What are the major fail points for pipe bags? Andrew and Carl explain how airtight a bag should be and how to check for it. Hint: It’s a non-negotiable for pipers! Visit DojoUniversity.com today and become a member! Join us on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter… wherever you do your social media!
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287 - The Best Tune to Play for Your First Competition - 03.11.20
11/03/2020 Duración: 03minAre you planning to compete as a soloist for the first time this year? What tune should you play? What are the good standard tunes that work best for beginning soloists? Andrew makes this decision simple. Stop stressing about your tune choice and start preparing for that competition! Visit DojoUniversity.com today and become a member! Join us on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter… wherever you do your social media!
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283 - Are Some Drone Reeds Less Efficient Than Others? - 02.05.20
05/03/2020 Duración: 04minHave you changed drone reeds and found one set takes more air? Is it the drone reed or are there other factors? How can we test our drone reeds? Andrew demonstrates the suction test that he uses to check his drone reeds when they are acting poorly. Visit DojoUniversity.com today and become a member! Join us on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter… wherever you do your social media!
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286 -The Real Reason Your Pipe Bag Slips - 03.03.2020
03/03/2020 Duración: 04minDoes your bag slip down as you are playing? Do you struggle keeping it in place under your arm? Is it the bag cover or is it you? Andrew and Carl address the key techniques you must know to keep your bag in place while you play. Warning: a non-slip patch may not cut it. Check out the new Transitioning to the Bagpipes Course: https://pipersdojo.lpages.co/transitioning-to-the-bagpipes-v2-course-flash/ Visit DojoUniversity.com today and become a member! Join us on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter… wherever you do your social media!
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282 - Calling Poly Piping Peeps! - 02.03.20
03/03/2020 Duración: 03minDo you have a set of poly pipes? What is the best set up if they are your primary set or your backups? Listen in as Andrew and Carl discuss their recommendations for poly piping peeps! Visit DojoUniversity.com today and become a member! Join us on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter… wherever you do your social media!
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285-Transitioning to the Pipes Without Frustration-2.27.20
27/02/2020 Duración: 04minAre you a new piper just starting bagpipes? Do you feel like you are going to pass out every time you play? Should transitioning to the bagpipes be so hard? Andrew and Carl assuage your fears with a simple process to make your transition a success. Spend less time frustrated and more time playing pipes. Check out the new Transitioning to the Bagpipes Course: https://pipersdojo.lpages.co/transitioning-to-the-bagpipes-v2-course-flash/ Visit DojoUniversity.com today and become a member! Join us on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter… wherever you do your social media!
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284 - One Simple Tweak to Learn a Tune Successfully - 2.19.20
20/02/2020 Duración: 11minDo you have issues with basic rhythm, scale navigation, or gracenote quality? Do you play embellishments because everyone else does? Could playing the simplified version of a tune help you get better as a piper? Andrew explains why playing a simplified version of a tune is a very good idea. Using the reel, Ca’ the Ewes, he demonstrates the process all pipers should use to learn and play tunes starting with a simplified version. Visit DojoUniversity.com today and become a member! Join us on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter… wherever you do your social media!