"Bagpipe Makers" Edinburgh, Scotland. Scottish Bagpipes.

In the heart of Edinburgh, in the district of Leith, there is a unique place that takes us back in time. William Sinclair & Son, one of the last existing companies in Scotland producing bagpipes, opens the doors of their workshop where tradition meets craftsmanship.
For nearly 100 years, this family business has been nurturing old methods and tools to create instruments that have become a symbol of Scottish culture. The process of making bagpipes is long and arduous, requiring extensive knowledge, patience, and precision. The wooden parts of the instruments are shaped and crafted in a manner that has remained unchanged for decades. Every stage of production, from selecting the wood to the final tuning of the instrument, is done by hand by experienced craftsmen.
The documentary film showcasing the activities of the William Sinclair & Son workshop is not just a story about bagpipe production but also a journey into a world where passion for tradition and sound is passed down from generation to generation. The camera takes us inside the workshop, revealing the nooks and crannies where these extraordinary instruments are made. We can see how tools from the past century still find their place in the modern world, and how craftsmen meticulously craft each element of the bagpipe.
This extraordinary place in Leith stands as a testament to the durability of Scottish cultural heritage. Thanks to William Sinclair & Son, the traditional sound of bagpipes continues to resonate, allowing us to feel the magic of bygone times where every sound was the result of human labor, knowledge, and love for music.
This inspiring documentary film is the final project of Włodzimierz Liber, completed as part of his studies in AV Technology at Edinburgh College in 2022. We invite you to watch it to see how tradition and craftsmanship can withstand the test of time, conveying extraordinary stories hidden in the sounds of bagpipes.
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[@BjornPushistiy]

With great respect to the Scottish masters. You keep the traditions alive and pass on the traditions of making bagpipes to the next generation. It's amazing. Good health to you, greetings from a piper from Russia.🌻 🥃

[@sporranheid]

Met Alistair Sinclair a few times - felt a bit embarrassed getting the great man to fix a few wee things for me - and he was always humble and generous and an absolute gentleman. I have a beautiful Sinclair pipe chanter from the 70's made by Alistair's father. Was sad to hear of his passing and so glad to hear the Sinclair Tradition is carrying on.

[@vinephoto354]

Thanks for sharing!

[@MrGreen-hx8lp]

My grandmother grew up on Madeira and remembers hearing the old man tuning and practicing. I’m proud of my heritage, and I play my pipes with pride.

[@jimpomac]

My go-to pipes are a set of sixties -something , Ivory mounted Sinclair drones with a McCallum Chanter. Love these pipes.

[@michaelcerkez3895]

Very nice gentlemen. Both as an aspiring piper and as machinist by profession, I find this video interesting. I wish you all the luck to keep your family tradition going, and to keep our countries heritage alive.

[@vinephoto354]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@handsomepiper5761]

What a wonderful video. I met grandad Sinclair when I was a lad. A fine man always happy to take time out to sort my bagpipe problems. I then dealt with his son and his son. A full family business

[@waynethomas3638]

I love the wooden tee squares hanging on the wall!

[@waynethomas3638]

My best memories of the sound of the pipes was when I learning Scottish dancing as a young boy(sword dance, reel of tulloch, highland fling sailors dance and irish jig) and in competitions at the local fair! We had a large Scottish community/Caledonian society In Kalgoorlie/Boulder. I am now 66

[@alexandergraham2197]

If I needed inspiration to carry on making pipes this is the place . 15 years now and still learning . Thank you for the insight of your workshops and technique on producing the best pipes ever .

[@waynethomas3638]

I love playing with a pipe band(i play in a brass band) it makes chill go through me!

[@DavidRees-ct9ur]

Fascinating, wonderful to get an insight into a reputable family business. Carry on being inspired to contribute to a glorious Scottish history.

[@vinephoto354]

Thanks for watching! I will keep it this channel filled with local content :) take care!.

[@musclecha007]

Amazing insight how to make bag pipes with the time and effort applied into making these amazing sounding instruments. Caftmenship at its very finest with the family traditions continuing to blossom long may the Sinclair name continue making the Scottish pipes.👍🏻

[@vinephoto354]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@nieograniczony1]

Cool document , thanks for sharing :)

[@MAMDAVEM]

Great video. My dad played Sinclair pipes, I grew up in Leith and I remember my dad talking about Sinclair and Sons. I play my grandfathers Henry Stark pipes made a hundred years ago but I still remember that my dads pipes sounded better.

[@vinephoto354]

Happy that you like it !

[@waynethomas3638]

how many cats does it take to make a set of bagpipes? 1 :)

[@vinephoto354]

you tell me ;)

[@waynethomas3638]

@@vinephoto354 Place said moggie under left arm, head facing behind and whilst applying pressure to its stomach, bite tip of tail! :)