July News and Updates from Henderson's
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Great new SFU videos were just added to our YouTube Channel. Thanks to all out there recording and posting band videos. We'd like to feature YOUR videos also! Share your '09 performance and competition videos with us on YouTube, and we'll display them in a special playlist, dedicated just to this year's events.
Piping & Drumming Events, Registration Deadlines, & Results
Mark your calendar with these big dates. We are supplying this list for your convenience, but you should visit the websites to verify details and get more information.
June 26-27: Ohio Scottish Games (OH) Complete festival with pipe band and solo piping and drumming contests. Entries must be postmarked by June 8.
June 27-July 3:Ohio Scottish Arts School (OH) Top-notch instruction in Scottish dance and music, including piping, drumming, fiddle and harp. Late registration may be available until June 12.
June 27: Round Hill Scottish Games (CT) Historic festival with competitions for bands, pipers, drummers, and Drum Majors. Entry forms must be postmarked by June 13.
July 5-12: Week 1 of Piping Hot Summer Drummer (BC, Canada) SFU Piping Hot Summer Drummer, with piping drumming, Drum major and dance workshops. Come for 1 week or 2.Registration deadline is June 15.
July 9-12: Grandfather Mountain Highland Games (NC) A very popular festival, with solo piping and drumming and piping quartet competitions. Entries must be postmarked no later than June 17.
July 12-17: Week 2 of Piping Hot Summer Drummer (BC, Canada) SFU Piping Hot Summer Drummer, with piping drumming, Drum major and dance workshops. Come for 1 week or 2.Registration deadline is June 15.
August 15: Maine Highland Games (ME) Solo piping and drumming and band competitions. Entries must be postmarked by July 18.
September 11-13: Ligonier Highland Games (PA) Drumming, piping and band contests, plus harp, fiddle and more. Entries must be postmarked by August 9.
September 12-13: Columbus Scottish Festival (IN) Big range of activites, plus performances from popular Indiana pipe bands. Great opportunity to find out about joining bands if you're in the area.
September 19-20: Charleston Scottish Games and Highland Gathering (SC) Competitions for bands, pipers and drummers. Entries must be postmarked by September 4.
Master the Canister: Getting The Most From Your Ross Canister System
Since its debut, the Ross Canister System has proved a top-seller among moisture control products. Compatible with all zippered pipe bags and offering overall bagpipe moisture control, the canister system is used by pipers of all levels to achieve a more stable instrument. The principle of the system is simple, but there are several things you can do to optimize its performance and to care for your pipes:
Before Playing: Blow dust off the canister before each playing session.
After Playing: Remove canister and keep in a sealed plastic bag to avoid over-drying of the bagpipe while in the case. (Leave the hoses attached to the lid, and remove just the canister).
Alternate: Alternate canisters so each has time to dry. If the canisters retain moisture, they won't be able to draw as much moisture when you're playing, making them less effective.
Position: Attach the hoses so the canister will sit vertically in the bag when you play. You can turn the hoses on the lid to make positioning adjustments.
Screen: Periodically, screen the granules to remove small chips.
Oil: If you have wood pipes, be sure to oil more frequently because of the constant dry air. This easy preventative maintenance can keep wood from cracking and help the pipes sound their best.
Vacuum: (Quarterly) Carefully vacuum out the pipe bag to remove dust and small particles.
Clean Reeds: (Quarterly) During quarterly maintenance, at least, inspect your drone reeds closely and remove any dust.
Bagpipes always in stock in many brands and styles
 If you're ready to purchase bagpipes, be sure to check the list of Bagpipes in Stock, our latest list of pipes in stock from Dunbar, Gibson, McCallum, Naill, Peter Henderson, Shepherd and Walsh. In stock bagpipes can be shipped right away. Bagpipes in Stock, like all of our pipes, are set up to your specifications, tested, adjusted, and shipped with care. If you have any questions at all about ordering your pipes, pipes in stock, or about bagpipes in general, just give us a call or send along an email. We enjoy helping you find the set that's right for you.
Payment Plans Available! For bagpipes and other larger investments, like kilts, uniforms, drums and smallpipes, payment plans and deferred payments are available. You can contact us to create a custom layaway payment plan, or you can choose to apply for Henderson's Financing.
Did You Know? Did you know that you get a case of your choice for 20% off when you purchase Highland bagpipes? Just choose the case when you configure the pipes online or let us know which case you'd like when you call to place your order.
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