The Massed Pipes and Drums | Edinburgh Military Tattoo - BBC

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Spectacular annual variety show with military bands and hundreds of performers from around the world, set against the iconic backdrop of Edinburgh Castle
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[@douglasb9954]

I always wonder about those people who hate bagpipes. I just get chills, everytime.

[@dannywilliams3764]

Every single time. My hair stand attention for the entirety of the song.

[@zonachoke]

With a name like "Douglas" it's almost required

[@ardee23185]

Me too.

[@NotitiaRecolligo]

I didn't know anyone hated bagpipes :)

[@khalidmohamed217]

Me neither

[@gonzalo8181]

I'm Spanish but every single time I hear the pipes and the drums I get chills all over. Pure joy. Sometimes I wish I was a Scotsman

[@user-PoliceMisconduct]

I'm not Scottish but I think the pipes are for everybody. Carlos Nuñez is a famous piper from Spain who plays the gaitas. Pipes are everywhere.

[@912_Strategic]

Youve got some scots blood in you somewhere down the line and in your heart! Scotland Forever!

[@MrGatonegroish]

Si tienes algo de gallego , pues hasta eres pariente lejano, como quien dice

[@roddymcniven8734]

You are brother 🇪🇸🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@davidw.robertson448]

Isn't there a province in Spain called Galicia after the Gaels who lived there originally? They migrated to Britain then to Ireland and then to Scotland. They were also called the Scoti by the Romans. So the Scots came from Spain although their travels started even before that. As far as ethnicities go the peoples of Europe share most of the same ancestors in varying degrees. We tend to identify with one nation or another but I believe we are generally of mixed descent from all of them. You can do a DNA test and I guarantee that you will be surprised at what you discover.

[@paer_vers]

All of a sudden I feel proud of being Scottish, even though I am Italian...

[@edwardpennacchini7841]

Don't worry I am South African and feel just as proud of the Scottish.

[@kalebgonzales4009]

@Talorc MacAllan Aye! My non extisting scottish- filipino blood is now in sync!

[@zinadreab7782]

me 2

[@ericwolske9104]

I am of Scottish descent and own several kilts and everything and feel MORE Scottish watching this. :) It's normal when you hear the pipes and drums

[@JaneDoe-ci3gj]

Me too and I am Swedish😂😘

[@jaquecousteau2976]

The bagpipe is the most powerful instrument ever to make sound.

[@albanborici8093]

what about the organ

[@loganscott2299]

@@albanborici8093 a very close second

[@AllahDoesNotExist]

What did you say? I can't hear you!

[@stevenwebb3634]

The only instrument to be classified as a weapon.

[@jaquecousteau2976]

The organ? 😑

[@Stargazer88]

Not a Scottish cell in my body, still brings me to tears.

[@ronaldmaclean4369]

If you feel Scottish, you are Scottish. That's the way it works here. ❤️ from 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@NotGreig]

They say there is a little Scottish in everyone… I think it’s true.

[@Darrenski]

​@@NotGreigfrom what I've heard about the ex wife's new ginger boyfriend it's about what I've heard as well. And no, we got divorced 13 years ago so the 'wee' man is just a joke to me, one I pity.

[@iamurdad77]

​@@Darrenski You talk some amount of Shite for the one guy.

[@potterj09]

@@NotGreig If every 5th pube is red then you'll be a true Scott. lmao

[@nilutpaljyotikashyap4531]

M from India 🇮🇳 These Scottish Pipes makes me cry to... Its a sound of victory, sound of power and class ❤️ Amazing

[@user-ht6dw9px5y]

Same here.. Exactly 💯 Beautiful comment. May you Have Health, Wealth and Happiness for the rest of your life.

[@muff-waggle-b9408]

My dad passed away in March! This was the song I played on the way to the cemetery as loud as the could as a way to say good bye! This will be ever known as Rays last March! Love you dad

[@thomasbunner5214]

May he rest in peace.

[@TRXLLGE]

R.I.P

[@wiherner]

RIP

[@jensonmcneill6662]

RIP

[@olivialowe523]

I hope you're coping a little better after a year or so. Losing your dad is such an awful thing, I'm sure you and your family miss him very much. I'm sure he was a good man and I'm sorry for your loss.

[@carbide1]

My dad died on Wednesday 30th September he was 93years old from Manchester. He was a side drummer in the Cameron highlands in the war. He was still playing years later in the Whit-walks. His ashes will be scattered in Scotland even though he's an Englishman he love the place and the pipes and drums. Flowers of the forest and the Black Bear (return to barracks)will be played at his funeral. A much missed dad.

[@michaeljeganmusic6617]

Sorry for your loss, i hope you and your family are ok.🙏

[@PetiteCauchemar]

I'm so sorry for your loss. Those are beautiful songs. May he rest in peace.

[@Lindsay_Brunton]

You're Father is an honorary Scotsman. May he always rest in peace.

[@kevinadamson5768]

I'm an Englishman who served in the Scots guards and those are the two pipe tunes I want playing at my funeral too.

[@duncanlaing6078]

Greatest respect

[@jebangelacox9279]

one of the coolest things I ever saw were the British marching in to Iraq playing the pipes, it impressed us. as a US Marine I was proud to fight with them.

[@ath3lwulf533]

If you want a treat type "The Battle of Waterloo - Charge of the British Heavy Cavalry" in youtube search xD

[@tomdewar5484]

as they are proud to be allied to the Marines,God bless America

[@markkavanagh4457]

Scottish!! Learn the difference!!!

[@HealthySkepticism1775]

I'm also a U.S. Marine that had the privilege and honor to fight alonside the Royal Marines in Afghanistan. There is nothing like waking up in a war zone to the sound of bagpipes and drums.

[@markkavanagh4457]

Scottish! you need a history lesson, its an insult to Scotland and their men to call them British when they were forced through generations of oppression to be part of England, If you respect them then at least have enough respect to refer to them as Scottish, GHB are Irish/Scottish in origin not british or English, that would be like me calling you a Mexican just because Mexico sits in the America's...

[@muhammadt88]

The chills on my arms give tribute to the Scots!! I'm an African American from Chicago and this has touched me deeply. I'll be playing this loudly through Chicago

[@stormsumeet]

black

[@TallulahFoxxx]

If you ever get the chance, come see the Edinburgh Tattoo live 😂🙌🏻💖 as I commented elsewhere, you fully appreciate it’s a war instrument when you’re in its vicinity! It vibrates the ground and air, so that it’s like standing an inch from a concert speaker! The enemy would feel us marching and the vibrations from the pipes from miles away 😝 If it were me, I’d turn around and RUN 😂💖🙌🏻

[@electricdreams9446]

@@TallulahFoxxx 001 p 1q

[@jasonkennedy2667]

go on son

[@susanlittlejohn8054]

PLAY IT LOUD

[@sassylassie3230]

As a homegrown scot this music is in our blood and stirs emotions to its hilt but comments from other people in other countries loving and feeling emotional is pure Magic!!!! Thank you!!!

[@richardbool4232]

No Mate Thank You !

[@Doxymeister]

Scottish folk played a large part here in America as well, not many of their efforts recognized. As an elderly American with strong Scottish heritage, it makes my blood sing as well, brings a tear to my eyes whenever I hear the pipes and drums. Beannacht Dé ort! God's blessing on you!

[@_nanking5374]

wouldn't it stir down to the pommel?

[@richardmcbane7757]

I’m Italian and Scottish I always thought I was Irish but it’s really Scottish when I found out, maybe that’s why I get chills when I hear bagpipes !

[@doublejace]

Stateside Scottish german and irish to irsh German blood, still stirs the blood *forehead to forehead* cousin, stay well.

[@janicekrieger1922]

Nothing on earth can compete with the amazing sound of the massed pipes and drums, so moving.

[@bobwarren3898]

Listen with headphones and you can hear every skirl and beat, every note and pause. Definitely reaches to my soul.

[@jamesmcpoland1525]

My grandfather was Scottish and he loved the pipes. Every time I hear them the chills that I get and the joy I have of remembering him are priceless. I miss you grandpap!

[@andrewhunt7315]

God Bless Scotland and this amazing music... and God Bless our Uniited kingom...Scotland the brave.

[@joevarley3633]

The Scottish and the Canadians made a really good team being a Canadian you always wanted the Scottish Inferno or at least beside you

[@greggwashburn5924]

Hello Scotland Thank You For The Music from USA in Florida

[@ericmichels6158]

said it before God bless Scotland. From an American with love.

[@fireblade954rr4]

Eric Michels thank you.... From a Scotsman 💙

[@robbiecampbell9831]

cana beat drums and scrill o pipes

[@iandowell8272]

@@robbiecampbell9831 No, you can not!

[@magdajagt-visser7367]

Our liberators 75 years ago. From Holland with love

[@frankishempire2322]

If you would have stayed neutral you wouldn´t have to have a "liberator".....

[@adamallison6439]

As a 28 year old proud Scotsman this comment this put tears in my eyes, proud of my history proud of my country

[@jakemurray2635]

Frankish Empire dumbass, Holland was neutral but got invaded by Germany in 1940.

[@donaldellis3609]

@@frankishempire2322 oh dear me lighten up mate they was saying thank you 🙄😕

[@vincentlefebvre9255]

A very large proportion of Canadians is of scottish descent . They were important in the liberation of Holland .

[@mikseer9378]

From an Englishman, i feel proud when i listen to this. luv ya Scotland the brave.

[@fergy1ful]

From a Scotsman living in England I love the best England has to offer as well as the Welsh and the Irish. It's a pity more people can't recognise what's good about what the others have to offer instead of focussing on the stereotypes and mistakes of history.

[@glasvagasfurever]

Mike Fergus RIGHT ON MA MAN

[@truefalse207]

Mike Fergus Ireland isn't part of the United Kingdom.

[@fergy1ful]

Errr.........I don't think I said it was? You are right of course and well done for pointing it out. Not sure why you did but hey, you are right and if that makes you feel good, good on you!

[@truefalse207]

Mike Fergus What does Wales has to offer?

[@cm9247]

The piper led troops into battle, with only his bagpipes, no weapon. Scotland! Soldier on!

[@盘国辉]

I am Asian, tens of thousands of kilometers away from Scotland. But I really like your bagpipe culture, and tonight, I specially boarded KZbin to listen to this exciting and contemplative melody.

[@user-ht6dw9px5y]

❤❤❤You

[@dzejboszootasz5083]

I'm Polish and I very love Scotland, the culture and the people. I went to visit Scotland for first time before living in Scotland and the people are very hospitable. I'll always retain my Polish culture and speech but Scotland will be in my heart also. Love from Poland 🇵🇱🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@spyrosk.1881]

Scotland is a country that you're proud of for absolutely no reason.

[@rollsroycegriffon2375]

Well, THIS is the reason for being proud as a Scottish (Even if you're not)

[@sunflowergirl73]

Sorry about your loss 🙏🙏🙏🌻🌻🌻💜

[@robertmyles4220]

correct lol weve done nothing but were beutiful lol

[@angelajanedherrerahenao9070]

I am Colombian and I am PROUD OF SCOTLAND BECAUSE IT'S A SOUL OF A HUMAN LAND: THE LAND OF MANKIND.

[@pigstrotters4198]

If you knew what comes in haggis , you may change your mind.

[@emeraldisle8406]

Many Americans have English, Scottish, Welsh, and Irish blood flowing thru our veins. Having attended the Military Tattoo myself in 2012, I felt such a pride that my family history is in every note of the bagpipes and every drum beat!! Spent 2 weeks touring the British Isles, and I loved every second of it!! Hope to return someday!!

[@Dad_Life_Marine_Vet]

You'll be welcomed back

[@leeunderwood8618]

your always welcome back

[@ArcticWolf-bg4mx]

I've been 6 times and yes the chills when the mass bands come out😊

[@Hibernianfc-yh5co]

This is scottish tradition, simple. Why as small nation we are by far the most patriotic and proud of our heritage than anyone else

[@ListlessSpectre]

The most melodious and harmonic music man has ever created.

[@theophilusthistle1988]

When shows like this no longer stir people to their very bones, civilization will have ceased to exist.

[@h.s.i.7400]

Well said

[@jellyjamforever]

Nice

[@greypilgrim2028]

Slainte mhath.

[@jspades007]

I attended a Tattoo when I was 8, and I can not express how much of an impact this event has had over the following 32 years of my life. Put on your headphones, turn it up, and accept a little hearing loss. Full body goosebumps every time. Much love from Seattle, WA.

[@buckwilliams6600]

Ever since I was a young child I’ve absolutely loved Scottish pipe bands, tingling and goosebumps, then did some research my ancestors came from Glasgow to Australia, I recently attended a Scottish festival wearing my great grandmother’s tartan pattern kilt , such pride and comradeship amongst them All .

[@suzannecooke2055]

There is something about pipes and drums that shakes me to my hearts core. Tears run down my face and soon I'm sobbing like some fool

[@jura_rose]

That's because they're defiantly beautiful. Like a beautiful maid telling her enemy to f*** off!

[@dannywilliams3764]

Agreed. The pipes and drums makes my hair stand attention for the entirety of the song. Its in our genes.

[@MrsSlocombesPuddyCat]

@@dannywilliams3764 😂 Is it? Nearest I got to Scotland, was shagging a gorgeous Scottish lad in the 1990s. But absolutely listening to this makes the hairs on my neck stand up

[@digitalwarrior1000]

Musicians all.....and brave warriors. Goosebumps and tears.

[@alefrankgamer8535]

GO SCOTLAND!!! God bless the Scots and Scotland! Love and respect from Brazil!

[@tiagosilvapinto909]

Viva a Escócia 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿!!!! Eu amo a música tradicional escocesa 💙! Parabéns Escócia 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 🇬🇧 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Beijos do Brasil 🇧🇷!

[@mattanderson6336]

There's nothing like a pipe & drum band to get your patriotic blood flowing. Greetings from the US.

[@amandai5380]

Aye I feel this.

[@giovannacaffa4398]

I'm Italian I love my country but I love Scotland as well. I spent many beautiful holidays with my hudsband. Greetings from Milan.

[@jimw.4161]

This is one of the greatest and most inspiring entertainment spectacles on Earth. Absolutely brilliant. I was lucky enough to attend the festival a few years ago and I still get chills. Once in a lifetime unforgettable event.

[@antonydiskin7256]

As an ex Army Veteran, I will never forget how incredible it felt to march with The Pipes and Drums. And if you do manage to see one, I guarantee nobody is out of step!

[@greasyflight6609]

I served...I hope my ancestors are proud

[@wesleyjones130]

Except the crowd trying to clap

[@gordonmills2748]

Not a veteran, but when I was young my grandfather (who served in the RAF in WWII) took me to a performance like this. Pipes and drums. Highland dancers. The band had veterans of the Falklands war among them. It was incredible. Something inside me said "this is the music of my people."

[@amandalyons1719]

Proud to be an Ulster/Scot 🥰

[@tobiasrose4498]

I had the honor to take pipe lessons with a ex-dragoon guard. Even as a civilian it's so impressive. 🎉

[@paulkelk7083]

My wife and I were actually there at the Tattoo. Truly amazing. People from all walks of life and nationalities enjoying it together. As it should be!!! Still get a lump in throat. Amazing.

[@jeffnhnl]

I just returned from the 2015 show on 8/17/15. The show is simply awesome and very moving. If you ever wish to hear the pipe and drums in front of a beautiful castle, then head over to Edinburgh. I could watch them every night!!!

[@addohm]

Every Edinburgh Military Tattoo Ive seen brings tears to my eyes. I don't know why other than to say it's just a beautiful thing to see and hear.

[@TisMePyper.S]

I'm part Welsh, this sends chills down my spine every time. This is amazing!!!!!!

[@KevinBhoy94]

It's the celtic blood

[@TisMePyper.S]

@@KevinBhoy94 indeed it is!

[@jordanm1511]

As beautiful as the bagpipes are, and don’t get me wrong I could listen to it till kingdom comes, I absolutely love watching the drummers “dance” as they play

[@antunbirus123]

9

[@annedwyer797]

Me too! Those views of the bouncing bass drums made me smile every time!!

[@stevemccann4166]

Think he may have had a wee dram!!

[@stellaborrelli7931]

I must have some Scottish blood, or how could I have such a patriotic feeling towards this country when I never lived there and only went there once? I think I fell in love with Scotland. I will live in there no matter the cost and I'll say hail Scotland!!!

[@maikherwagen9636]

same here.

[@jackbell6294]

Stella Borrelli “I’m 1/25 Scottish 🥴🤔”

[@floydgroome9768]

GO SCOTLAND !!!!! Makes this old U.S. Marine want to march into battle listening to those pipes....

[@cm9247]

PIPER TILL THE END! SEMPER FI!

[@slowstang88]

Beautiful and a fighting spirit. Many north Americans are truly jealous of an ancient national identity ( myself included). Rock on Scots, your blood resides with us

[@haruspex1-50]

Have you visited the old country? You won’t be disappointed

[@slowstang88]

@@haruspex1-50 I have not, I'm saving to travel. My fiance has only been a few states away from Georgia and never left the ground. We both need to leave this continent

[@TallulahFoxxx]

@@slowstang88native Scot here 🙋🏼‍♀️ here’s a fun fact of the day for you lol: as you know, the national motto of the USA is In God, We Trust, replacing the former one, “E Pluribus Unum” (out of many, one). Very patriotic and dignified 👏🏻 Well, you’ve also probably heard of the (mostly American) expression “f**k around and find out!!”, meaning “try me - see what happens”. Well, the national motto of Scotland hasn’t changed since it was implemented in 1578: “nemo me impune lacessit” - *no one provokes me with impunity* So basically, our ancient national motto is “f**k around and find out!” 😆👏🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@macklax30]

Absolutely on my bucket list. From a US Marine.

[@carolloraine223]

Jim Mack You wont be disapponted to be sure!!!😙

[@floydgroome9768]

SEMPER FI MARINE....OOO RAH

[@WidarsHall]

On mine, too. - A German cook

[@andydinwoodie1497]

You'll be made very welcome Jim Mack. Semper Fi

[@suew5659]

I hope you will go soon. Thanks for your service.

[@flematejr]

I was amazed to see the amount of dislikes. As a Mexican American full of heritage i was awed by such beauty in heritage. This was beautiful, just beautiful!

[@TisMePyper.S]

I may be a Welsh/Australian, but Scottish bagpipes are always a sound I will gladly listen to.

[@victorruiz-rios7988]

For some reason this kind of demonstration gives me courage. I see why it's so deeply ingrained into their military tradition. Being an American Military man with family history in the Military as well, it's nice to see other nations traditions going strong.

[@ValiantGarton]

These guys had traditions going strong before the US existed.

[@elizabethchapman5200]

Ok I have chills and my eyes are in tears this really is touching my heart. God bless y'all Scottish always

[@mikeeconomou7188]

Elizabeth Chapman Likewise. ♥️

[@aw7544]

I am Scottish but for some reason I just couldn't make oot why there all wearin leapord skin torsos

[@MS-pt4xz]

@@aw7544 To show that their regiment fought in the African Wars.

[@rayniedayz3824]

I went to a school in South Africa with a large Scottish history, being named after one of the biggest clans in Scotland and receiving their blessing in this regard. We were steeped in Scottish tradition and being a snare drummer in that school’s band was such an honour. I miss this so much.

[@robertkemp1397]

I've lost count how many times I've restarted this... 1 more won't hurt

[@neighborhoodlilian]

Hello from Croatia, a beatiful country on the Adriatic sea (south Europe). We like to call her "small peace of paradise". But something totally strange happens every time I hear this music. Ever since I can remember, I feel strong love of Scottish bagpipes, as if I was there many times (and I have never been, though I want it badly ). It is so strange to feel such a deep connection with a country I've never visited ! Past life . . . ???? Never mind, all that matters is this unique and simply irresistable music. Greetings to all bagpipes music lovers!

[@samuelcameron8215]

I'm a Canadian I'm a decedent of the clan Cameron of lochelan I myself am a Cameron of erracht (senior cadet )( the ones that do the raiding) I'm getting kilt and bagpipes just because I discovered about my heritage after playing mount and blade and I discovered I love bagpipes

[@neighborhoodlilian]

Lucky you Samuel! Greetings from Croatia. Alba gu bràth!

[@Topesio66]

..I could listen this for 24hrs and start over again endlessly and do not why exactly. It'superb. I remember one of the two tattoo I heard live, suddendly a loud thunder in the sky. Pipes+Thunder=AWESOMENESS

[@Operetto1]

I'm not Scottish, but this brings tears to my eyes every time I watch it. Amazing grace!

[@Topesio66]

I've seen a LOT of concerts in my life, rock concerts, real rock stars, the best rock groups, full stadiums. But I was not prepared to the stroke of emotions that hit my heart the first time I saw and heard Tattoo. Once they entered I was in front line and I could not cry for joy and emotions. There was a vibe i never heard anywhere in the world. The sound of pipes is so strong and it really carve something in your soul when you hear it. They say this music it stirs the blood. It really does!!! I could fight a legion of dragons with no fear after this music. Saw them again for third time and that was an experience, again and again.

[@thearcher5557]

I am from kuwait 🇰🇼 .....captivated by Lands of kings and queens + people of scots i love u

[@KevinMackenzie-pz5tp]

I'm an Aussie of Scots decent but don't think about it till I hear bag pipes then suddenly I feel proud of my Scots an ancestry

[@axis19752]

I'm a NZ Maori with Scottish and Irish heritage, and this never gets old. As old as it is...

[@gl1tangerine]

My Dad took my Brother and I to the Tattoo in the early Eighties and it was out of this world. Sadly I lost them both to Alzheimer's in the last two years. I hope to return next year in their honour and I know they will both be at my side in spirit.

[@reddawn3345]

There is nothing more majestic than the sound of drums and bag pipes. If I had to go into battle for one last stand, I would want these guys leading me in. All the people who commented on the feeling of chills.........they were right. Powerful! Puts tears in my eyes and makes me want to be an honorary Scot.

[@christinnorthuis9287]

My mom, daughter and I were recently vacationing in Scotland and attended the Tattoo. My mom was excited about going. Me, not so much. I thought it was going to be boring. I couldn't have been more wrong. I was astounded! We had fantastic seats up front and center. I wish I'd taken my camera with me but we were afraid it was going to rain. The rain clouds blew off, and the weather was perfect.

[@altybor3054]

I love the music of the pipes, gives me goose bumps every time. Brings tears to the eyes. Thansk from a USA female fan.

[@Vickytin]

You have to be heartless if you don't understand and get the chills with the greatness and the valour of the Scots through all their history encased in this brilliant and moving performance!!!!! Scotland the Great! Always! Love from Mexico City

[@MaistoHelix]

Bagpipes and Drums are bound to the soul of anyone that has a heart that is with us. And it terrifies our enemies, so we can be better soldiers.. The tradition, the History it belongs to us. And so, our enemies live in fear of us.

[@earthangelmaggie]

One of the most beautiful things I have ever seen.

[@lisabradford8180]

i've loved the sound of bagpipes for as long as i can remember.

[@melihgoren1610]

I love Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿❤️ greetings from Germany 🇩🇪

[@carlosserrano467]

Long life Scottish people,from Colombian Celtiberian family.❤

[@bob-sg2bu]

IM AMERICAN BUT AM SO PROUD TO HAVE JUST A SMALL AMOUNT OF SCOTTISH BLOOD I CAN FEEL IT I LOVE IT WISH I COULD GO TO SCOTLAND.

[@budlight40ish]

My lord I could watch and listen to these guys every day of my life

[@70blondeboy]

Goosebump central or what ! Pipes and drums, played badly, is enough to send a man insane. But when played by experts, as here, it brings a tear to the eye. I'm lucky enough to live within half an hour of Edinburgh, and have been to the Tattoo many times over the years. This video is great, but to see and hear the whole thing live is unbelievable. If you ever get the opportunity take it, it'll be one of the best nights of your life :-)

[@michaelnewell6385]

When you’re on a battlefield and you hear pipe and drum you either say “Thank God help has arrived”, or you say “Oh shit, I’m having a really bad day.”

[@mikelynch3792]

Or you will turn tail and run

[@possemis]

well bagpipes where considered weapons of war up until the mid 90s or something like that.

[@mikelynch3792]

I am a piper as well

[@dominickbenincasa5043]

Imagine hearing the drums from 3:37 in the dead of night. Silence, then suddenly… HOLY SH*T!!

[@MG-bs5mr]

Apparently the first to land on D-Day (the light glider infantry who successfully took Pegasus Bridge) knew they were about to be relieved because Lord Lovat wandered up the road with a lone piper in tow.

[@dashcam26]

I am an exiled Scot and I was able to go and see this in 2013. What a wonderful night it was and I bought the DVD. I took 3 Russians with me and the look on their faces to see Edinburgh and the Castle. They were astounded with all of it. Even they said they could feel "something" when they heard the skirl of the pipes. Nothing else comes close to this.

[@dawnnite4527]

hmmm even they .. could feel .... i just find it amusing i dunno why

[@mattdotsonrailfanproductio266]

I’m actually a southern country boy from America, but those bagpipes are just incredible sounding. They are my 2nd favorite instrument right below the banjo

[@bearmccallum]

When I was a young lad, I learned to play the "pipes"...at age ten,all the way till I was 21, it was the most intriguing time of my life, learning the culture and living the life...and then...life has a crazy way of taking over some of your dreams. I miss those days, but I remember every tune,and how to play the pipes...I just wish I had the time to do so.

[@CDNShuffle]

Get yourself some pipes lad its never to late!

[@jimcox9709]

Just make time, a little, each day....

[@MrJueKa]

For me, Scottish Pipes & Drums are the best music in the world... and I'm not a Scotsman, but I get goosebumps and tears in my eyes as soon as and as long as I hear them. I've been lucky to see the Edinburgh Military Tattoo live three times so far, three unforgettable experiences for me that I will never forget. "Slàinte!" 🍺

[@sujaypils]

I see an Indian Pipes and Drums Band in there! Pride and Joy!

[@evieeverollinson5717]

Sujay Pillai yyshsjais

[@iamurdad77]

God Bless those men! From Glasgow Scotland.

[@bobcalhounky]

I just found this performance on You Tube. It was from the 2013 Edinburgh Military Tattoo. THAT IS THE MONTH AND YEAR WE VISITED SCOTLAND AND ATTENDED A PERFORMANCE OF THE TATTOO at Edinburgh Castle. One of the best events I ever attended.

[@hausy]

I think that constant drone that bagpipes make underneath the notes really adds a lot to their epic sound.

[@DannyBoi2112]

Of course!! You don't realise how vital the drones are to a good bagpipe sound until you play without them.

[@Alphabytes2022]

My maternal ancestors are from Scotland and I have been to Edinburgh during the summer of 1984; very nice city and I want to go back to definitely see this being performed!

[@huntersteward8160]

Bloody beautiful. Could you imagine being a soldier listening to these piping bastards march towards you? Terrifyingly beautiful. From Canada with love.

[@calebmayfield8474]

War Cries are much more intimidating.

[@Peorhum]

@@calebmayfield8474 Nothing beats the sound of pipes on the battlefield. They have turned the tide of battle. Many a piper has won the VC. When I was a kid in Canada pipes and drums were more common, sadly they seem to have disappeared

[@tomhenderson7498]

I love the passion of the guards bass drummer at about 4,32, he is really enjoying it!

[@colingibson8018]

Tom Henderson . You are so right. when even the bass drummer is dancing it's got to be good!!!!

[@dj-rc8vv]

i am american but i have a bit of scottish in me. i’m visiting scotland in august and i am going to this event! super excited!

[@SirWinstonFurchill]

I love pipes and drums. I think it’s vitally important that we all hold onto our culture, whatever it may be.

[@chengloki]

Back in '76, my ship (USS Milwaukee) pulled into Edinburgh. The great people treated us like royalty. I even had haggis! And Jeeze, it was delicious. But, I had the honor to attend a concert of the Edinburgh pipers!!!!You wan't to talk about a thrill. We had to be in uniform on liberty. You should have seen the people, when they played "God Save the Queen" and my shipmate and I stood at attention and held a salute. (Really love that haggis). =Stefan=

[@TheTommygunn28]

My first encounter with Scottish people was in Nova Scotia where we stopped at a farm to check out some milk cans outside. My wife wanted a couple to decorate. The farmer would not accept our money and gave us two. He later took us into his home to show us his hunting trophies one of which he bagged in his front yard. Entering Nova Scotia there was a Scottish piper welcoming us. Years later we visited Scotland and went to a pub in Inverness and partook of the Haggis after a Ceremony where I asked for more. It was delicious! From that day I thought of myself as a Scot loving their people, their pipes, their food and their traditions. My last name being Thomas I found there was a Campbell clan in Northern Germany where my father was born which reinforced my feelings for the Scots. Now living in Oregon I go to the Highland Games each year for sport, tradition and Cornish pies. incidentally my son, Stephen was born on Robert Burns birthday. "Scotland the Brave" is my favorite number on the pipes and it truly represents them.

[@bobmiller7886]

The

[@yanni1309]

They are true friends of ours

[@TheSamuraijim87]

Of course, she's the epitome of German-ness. With a Scottish mother, her home in Scotland, her faith the Church of Scotland. Not that I don't think that James II/VII wasn't wrongfully deposed for an absurd reason, but it's hard to call her majesty German.

[@TheSamuraijim87]

michael wills yes, but I'm not disputing that her ancestors came from Hanover. Nor do i dispute that some royals were nazi sympathizers. But the Queen was driving army trucks while London was being bombed. And the royals kept Edward VIII in exile for his actions. Oh, and the Nazis blew her London home to smithereens. But totally pro German. Picts came from the continent. Should we brand Scots not native people of Britain because of their foreign ancestors? Are Scots responsible for the poverty and suffering of the French people because they were the bodyguards for the French monarchs? Because Scots have Norman blood because of good old King David, are they responsible for the Norman Invasions of Ireland? Oh, and let's not forget the kicker, that a great portion of lowland Scots people - myself included - who descend from Northumbrian Anglo-Saxon settlement. I've never identified with Germans/Nazis, but I'm interested in hearing about your theory for Nazi identity because of that Saxon blood. Your argument is absurd. Everyone has origins somewhere else, and it doesn't invalidate their identity.

[@b_i_d]

mass respect from India mate. We have our own bag pipers, but you guys are beyond comparison! Respect 😑

[@ChrisMontgomery-xtrmagamr]

Bagpipes, Drums and Sitar now that could be some beautiful music.

[@loimou9011]

Wonderful ! Every time I hear Scottish bagpipes I have chills, long live Scotland and our Auld alliance 🇫🇷🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@iamurdad77]

All the best to you my friend! From Glasgow. Scotland and France forever!

[@susanlittlejohn8054]

ENTENTE CORDIALE from SCOTLAND

[@deniseshephard3347]

When those bagpipes are played the it’s not just the sound it’s the individuals who are playing them they play them with pride and honour and commitment The pipes are beautiful and soul stiring why do people not like them The Scottish people are friendly and welcoming and their is beautiful scenery to be found I will continue to listen to these bag pipes and they are just beautiful

[@sultanalhasani8188]

I’m so proud when I see someone from my country did this great work, Royal Guard of Oman 🇴🇲.

[@littleboots9800]

I'm Scottish and lived in Oman when I was a child and remember seeing the Omani pipers play at Muscat! Lovely country, great people.❤

[@gilbertmoyes2918]

I'm Scottish, spent 2 years at SOAF Thumrait. Great country and people.

[@luchadoorrroor2268]

This Europe folk man

[@nobull-dozer3356]

If you don’t shed a tear watch this there’s no hope . Good lads excellently done ✅

[@danilaird8360]

My ancestors were from Scotland and my 4th great-grandparents were from Ireland so I feel Celtic pride when I hear bagpipes and the drums I love, I especially love the Highland music....

[@jdlc903]

This was what the British empire would play when armies would go and fight

[@FirstNameLastname-fv3zj]

You gotta love Scotland and her people!!

[@jonsmum5552]

Thank you! Hello from Auld Reekie Edinburgh! Long may your lum reek!

[@erickihlenburg2874]

Wallace is my grandpa's name, listen to the pipes, never be the same again, sending love from Brooklyn!!

[@LukeEdwards190e]

Respect from your Welsh Celtic brothers, long live Great Britain!

[@coreystrachan6519]

Ur a disgrace mate

[@lennydale92]

@@coreystrachan6519 Why would he be a disgrace for having pride? Think you are on the wrong video, pal.

[@SuperThunder64]

God has truly been so gracious and kind. He made me a Scot! So proud of my Clan Cumming heritage!

[@sculli722]

+SuperThunder64 bet youre a fuckin sherman

[@Missy-the-Maligator]

But he createt also the saxonion ;-) we are the strongest German Clan *aaaahuuuu*

[@georgecuyler7563]

I've a wee drop of Scott in me and I love the pipes and drums. I grew up around WWII vets, even me foster Dad who is a Royal Canadian Regiment and one of my greatest inspirations. Although he's at home with Creator I still speak of him as he be here. Nothing screams military parade more than a few pipes and drums.

[@TheEagleAssassin]

Oh Scotland, please never leave us. We have had a successful Union for centuries, it would be a shame for such a great and powerful partnership to end. We love you Scotland! God save the Queen!

[@carolloraine223]

Have been blessed to attend the Tattoo. Wonderful. Magical. Fun. Proud to be a Scots!!

[@imamba1]

This is a massed pipes performance that is way better than I've heard in a whole bunch of years. The final set and ending is brilliant. If this doesn't stir your blood then you must be dead.

[@ToniTaylor-hy2zn]

I'm a 61 year old (black) American women who always thought I was Scottish in another life.l have always loved the country and culture. I went to tattoo myself once a long time ago and it was something I have never forgotten. I loved the video especially when I saw a black bagpipe player,no matter the color Scotland Forver!

[@iamurdad77]

God Bless you! From Glasgow Scotland!

[@patricknapier5806]

I can only imagine the thoughts of the enemies of Scotland and the UK when they rolled out the bagpipers into the fight. Let alone if anyone in today's era in a combat zone just out of the blue hearing pipes playing madly.

[@thomasfatty8776]

nowadays the bagpipers must fire 5.56mm to survive! ..... but way back in time , it was frighting the enemies 6 off! i bet my 6 on it! ...... Slava Scotland! u resisted long! ...... starting with the Roman Empire!

[@tristanbackup2536]

Haven't you heard of that one story from WWII. It scared a few germans sh*tless, they didn't know what to do with one guy having a bagpipe in hand as he was being shot at & shelled at. He had balls of uranium.