Learn to Play Highland Bagpipes (Airbnb Masterclass)
Official Airbnb Experience (#7375032) at historic Carrbridge Hotel with @spudthepiper
Join award-winning Scottish musician Spud the Piper (Callum Fraser) for an interactive, hands-on masterclass in the art of the Great Highland Bagpipe. As seen on Airbnb Experiences (#7375032), this 90-minute workshop takes place at the historic Carrbridge Hotel in the Scottish Highlands (or can travel directly to your holiday lodge). Spud reveals the secrets of the pipes, guides you through finger placement on traditional practice chanters, lets you try blowing the full pipes, and wraps up with an iconic photo shoot on the 1717 packhorse stone bridge.
Bespoke quote calculated upon inquiry based on your date, venue location & requirements.
What to Expect on the Day
A seamless, stress-free schedule orchestrated with precision and authentic Scottish hospitality.
Discover the Life of a Bagpiper
Spud introduces professional piping, tracing his career since 1999, stories from high-profile castle weddings (including Madonna's wedding at Skibo Castle), and the bagpipes in Scottish culture.
Deconstruct the Instrument
Watch the Great Highland Bagpipe get disassembled piece by piece for an engaging primer on the bag, blowpipe, drones, chanter, and delicate cane reeds.
Take in a Live Demonstration
See Spud play scales on both acoustic and electronic bagpipe models, demonstrating lightning grace notes and the nuance across all nine Scottish notes.
Practice Finger Placement on Chanters
Play the basic Scottish scale yourself on an individual practice chanter woodwind designed specifically for learning and rehearsing.
Refine Your Bag Control
Pick up an inflated bagpipe to practice arm pressure, blowing technique, and how to coordinate breathing to sustain notes.
Snap Pictures with the Bagpipes at the 1717 Bridge
Memorialize your masterclass by posing with the pipes on the famous 1717 Carrbridge Packhorse Bridge with the rushing River Dulnain and Highland scenery behind you.
Everything Included in Your Package
No hidden fees, no travel surprises. Guaranteed masterclass performance with full highland dress.
Official Airbnb Experience Contract Partner (#7375032)
Intimate 90-minute hands-on masterclass (max 10 guests)
Deconstruct the Great Highland Bagpipe & understand the mechanics
Learn finger placement & scales on traditional practice chanters
Refine bag control, arm pressure & sustaining notes on full pipes
Souvenir group photo shoot at the historic 1717 Carrbridge Bridge
All instruments, sanitized chanters & gear provided free
Hosted at Carrbridge Hotel (PH23 3AB) or available mobile for private groups
Signature Repertoire for This Occasion
Spud's traditional Highland repertoire recommendations for this service.
Scotland the Brave
Traditional BagpipeThe Black Bear
Traditional BagpipeHighland Cathedral
Traditional BagpipeAuld Lang Syne
Traditional BagpipeFlower of Scotland
Traditional BagpipePhoto Gallery & Live Atmosphere
What Clients Say About This Package
“Six of us rented a lodge in Scotland and booked Spud for a private Highland Bagpipe Experience. It was by far the highlight of our entire trip! Spud brought practice chanters, taught us how to play the scale, and let us all have a go at the big pipes. Unbelievable fun, huge laughs, and great stories. Truly the cutest piper this side of the Great Wall of China! Bedankt Spud!”
Willem van den Berg (Amsterdam, NL)
Highland Bagpipe Experience (Loch Lomond Lodge)
“Spud was the absolute highlight of our wedding! His presence, warmth, and masterful piping brought tears of joy to our guests. From welcoming everyone at the gates to piping us into the reception in full No. 1 dress, he was unforgettable. Worth every single penny!”
Catriona & Jamie Robertson
Wedding at Stirling Castle
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