[NSP] nps facebook
Barry Say wrote: More happens on fyecebeuk than anywhere else at the moment. I have been very disappointed that more NPS committee members have not taken advantage of the opportunities offered by the NPS forum. So I created a facebook account and found the nps page but all I see is a wikipedia extract. Is there some kind of forum or something? And if so, what's wrong with the excellent and underused NPS forums? Cheers Richard -- Richard Evans To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS comp. results
I've posted these to the NPS bulletin board, in some haste. Julia To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS Concert reminder
Hi All, Forgive the plug, but this is a reminder that the NPS Annual Concert takes place in St Mary's Heritage Centre in Gateshead on Saturday 8th October at 7:30pm. For those within reach of Gateshead, this will be a super evening of fine piping and traditional music. The artists appearing are: Pauline Cato, who needs no further introduction on this list!, The Bottle Bank Band - brilliant fiddling from four top rank fiddlers including two BBC Young Folk Musician of the Year winners, Jarlath Henderson - a remarkable uilleann piper and also winner of BBC Young Folk Musician of the Year, Paul Martin - a border piper from Horseplay and Wulfengrimm whosr dexterity is amazing, Tristan Selden - one of the finest young NSP players of a new generation. Tickets are only £10, and can be reserved by contacting Susan Craven on 01 six 70 7 six 1872 or by email on su...@northumbriansandpipers.com A concert not to be missed! Thanks for reading this, and we hope to see you there! Richard To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS autumn newsletter
The autumn newsletter, the fourth folio and notification of an EGM on the subject of Charitable Status for the Society have been posted out today, Weds 14th Sept. Julia To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS newsletter error
Hi Pipers Email address error Regarding the advert for Halsway Pipers course in the recent newsletter to be held March 2010- please note that in the calendar reference my name is incorrectly spelt and the email address similarly is incorrect. My email is therefore [1]a...@bcorkett.freeserve.co.uk I think they put in too many cs (corckett) Whilst I can help with queries about the event (on 01278 732202), in order to make a booking it is preferable to contact the Halsway Manor Society direct at [2]off...@halswaymanor.org.uk or phone Viv Butler on 01984 681274. You can download the leaflet and booking form at [3]www.halswaymanor.org.uk For cheques the postal address is Halsway Manor, Crowcombe, Somerset TA4 4BD. I believe we only have about 6 rooms left to fill, so space is running out...! Best wishes Alan B Corkett -- References 1. mailto:a...@bcorkett.freeserve.co.uk 2. mailto:off...@halswaymanor.org.uk 3. http://www.halswaymanor.org.uk/ To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS Third Folio
Excellent to have this latest collection of tunes assembled in the new NPS Third Collection Folio! Thanks to Julia, Colin and all others concerned. Francis To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS Third Folio
I'd endorse this too. On 2 Oct 2009, at 10:36, Francis Wood wrote: Excellent to have this latest collection of tunes assembled in the new NPS Third Collection Folio! Thanks to Julia, Colin and all others concerned. Francis To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS President
I apologise to those on the list who are not members of the Northumbrian Pipers' Society, but, as there is no alternative place to post my comments, I will post them here. I was sorry to hear of the demise of Jim Bryan. I served on the NPS committee with him in times B.C. (Before Colin). I had thought of Joyce Quin as president before the current committee's decision. She is local and a player of the pipes. I find her a very likeable person. The fact that she is a politician is irrelevant, as the NPS is nonpolitical. I believe that she would be above any internal Society squabbles whilst raising the Society's profile in the wider world. To be perfectly blunt, I believe that much of the disunity in the Society is due to Colin Ross himself. He has set himself up as the sole arbiter in all things related to the pipes. On several occasions I, and others, have received letters from Colin when we have done something which did not meet his approval. He has also criticised other pipemakers in public. Colin professes to desire unity in the Society, but unity would be on his terms. The president should be neutral in matters of the Society; Colin could never meet this requirement. Robbie Greensitt -- To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS
Things seem to be coming out into the open and it's about time. It has been dominated too long with one man. Due to this, the society has done little to promote or encourage the small-pipes; although some tune books have been published, the last one just a re-hash of the others. What happenned to the non NSP piping course in the North East, it didn't run. Why?-because a member of the committee condemned it, I wonder who that was?? It has ignored the concerns of prominant piper's and failed to promote proper piping-play the pipes any old-how - good for the pipe makers - not good for the tradition. The last record of piping, yes a vinyl record, was published in 1988. Why do I say the last one, dare I say the only one? I get potential pipers with hire sets, all of the sets were out of tune and in need of maintenance. The society has come to a grinding halt. The committee needs to think where is it going, what are we here for and not to let it be run with the thoughts of one person. Adrian -- To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS President
Thank you, Ann, for providing further information about the President-elect and her piping interests and abilities, which is much needed. Some brief Web-based research has provided further information indicating that Joyce Quin has been very active in the House of Lords in supporting causes which, personally, I find admirable. Nobody will be surprised that they do not include issues intimately connected with smallpipes but they are worthy of respect. Other members will make their own minds up about this if they make similar enquiries. As to the election of the ex-Chairman as President, this really is a redundant issue. It seems that the Committee made their decision in accordance with the rules of the Society and giving due consideration to eligible and potentially willing candidates, neither of which categories included the Chairman at the time the decision was taken. I see no reason to distrust the processes by which this decision was reached and no doubt the Committee will wish to clarify the details if controversy continues. I understand that there is presently a campaign, so far conducted in private, to subvert the Committees efforts and decision, and to persuade the former Chairman to become President. Members have already been informed by the Secretary via this list,that the Chairman decided to resign from the chair and the Committee as a result of medical advice. I am sure we would all wish him well and I am dismayed to hear of any ill-conceived interventions which might well compromise his health. No doubt he would wish to dissociate himself from these misguided efforts. I understand Anns misgivings and I share them. The distribution of skills in any gifted individual is frequently very uneven and (forgive my frankness) this is the issue at stake here. Our Chairman has made an colossal contribution to the traditional music of this country both as an advocate and performer. His position in the development of our pipes, one of the very few traditional instruments native to England, is inestimable and of importance in the wider field of innovative woodwind development. What more could one ask? These are not necessarily the qualities enabling the effective chairing of a committee or diplomatically and inclusively presiding over an organisation. Others can do those things perfectly well and possibly better, and should be permitted to do so. I would like to express my confidence in the NPS Committee, in their observance of fair practice, and in their decision on this matter. Francis Wood -- To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS President
I understand members' concern about the choice of a politician to be the next President of the Northumbrian Pipers' Society and under other circumstances I would share this concern. However, my knowledge of Joyce Quin makes me happy to have her as President. When she was new to piping, Colin Ross suggested that she come to me for lessons. She was already a competetent piper, so we just got together to play from time to time as long as her commitments allowed. I found her to be very agreeable company and a good and enthusiastic piper. I have heard no news reports of her activities that would make her unsuitable to be our President. One of the traditional roles of the President is to chair the Annual General Meeting. Our previous two Presidents have not been in a position to do this, so Colin Ross, as Chairman of the Society, took on the job. His manner of chairing the 2008 AGM caused such concern among those present that it was proposed, and passed, that in future, when the President could not chair the AGM, it should be chaired by a Vice-president who is not also a member of the executive committee. This arrangement was used at the 2009 AGM. If Colin Ross were President I have no reason to believe that his chairing of future AGMs - or, more importantly, his general conduct in the office - would be any less contentious than his chairing of previous AGMs. Therefoe, in spite of his long association with and many contributions to the Northumbrian Pipers' Society, I could not support him to be President of the Society. Ann Sessoms __ Windows Live Messenger just got better. [1]Find out more! -- References 1. http://clk.atdmt.com/UKM/go/134665230/direct/01/ To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS Presidency etc
Having come off Dartmouth several years ago, I have recently rejoined, as it appeared that NPS business was being discussed here and I felt that I might be missing out. One of the things I have noticed is that the divisions talked about in the NPS which I perceived were only in the North East appears more widespread. Throughout the discussions regarding the president and current state of the NPS, I have not seen much expression of concern regarding Colin Rosss health necessitating his resignation as chairman. I also know that during Jim Bryans last few months, he had appeared upset by what was happening in the NPS. For most of us piping is an enjoyable hobby, and for myself, I feel is made less enjoyable by the bad feelings within the society. Our society is not large and arguing among ourselves is dividing the society. I do not feel that this is fulfilling the aims of the society and will eventually make it less effective and. heaven help us, could result in break away groups reducing its overall effectiveness. I know many of us have strong views regarding the future of the society, however, I feel that at this time, whatever the committee does is being highly criticised. As discussion since the current announcement shows, there will be no person suggested by the committee as president who will receive approval from all members. Perhaps, having someone as president who has not been recently involved with the NPS, is a good thing, as they have no knowledge of the recent problems. Hopefully we can draw a line under recent activities and look to, hopefully, a unified future and enjoyment in piping. Also, away from the day to day running of the society, Colins health might improve. I know it easier to remember some of his more recent actions but I also think we should now focus and try to remember his longer term achievements within the society. To finally add, my son who sails ( part of my family membership of the NPS) has looked over my shoulder and said, I am glad in sailing we dont write things, we just go out there and sail. -- To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS information
To all the NPS members out there, and apologies to others whom this does not concern: The NPS committee has decided to recommmend to the membership that the Rt. Hon the Baroness Quin of Gateshead (to be known to us as Joyce Quin) become the next president of the NPS. This is subject to ratification by the membership at an EGM to be convened around the end of July. The exact date will be notified to all members in the July newsletter. Joyce was an academic before she became Labour MP for Gateshead Washington. She is now an active member of the House of Lords, and has a home base in Harbottle. She is a player of our pipes, and once declared them as her luxury item when being interviewed on Desert Island Discs. We look forward to getting to know her better. On an unrelated matter: as a result of a recommendation by his doctor, Colin Ross has resigned as chairman of the NPS on health grounds, and is no longer on the committee. The committee have appointed the vice-chairman, Nigel Barlow, as Acting Chairman, and Anne Moore, acting vice-chairman, until new elections are held at the next AGM in Jan 2010. Both of these can be contacted via their pipers' society addresses, or their private ones. In Anne's case, this has recently changed to: anne.moor...@northumberland.gov.uk, due to local government changes. This information will also be in the next NPS newsletter. Please feel free to pass this on to any pipers who you feel will be interested. Julia Say NPS Hon Sec. To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS Anniversary concert question
On a DVD given to us by Chris Gregg of the NPS Anniversary Concert one of the many excellent pieces of music was a tune performed by the Oxford branch. There's just the one tune on the DVD, so I'd guess the group performed others as well, but if anyone can guess which tune I'm talking about and tell me the name I would appreciate it very much. It has a lovely melody I haven't heard before. Among the many wonderful performances Chris Ormston's playing of Theid mi dhachaidh `chro chinn t-saile was especially enjoyable. Just goes to show you how versatile the NSP can be in the hands of a master. Thanks, John -- To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] nps
I seem to remember a certain well known piper who entered an open competition playing a simple chanter and won it. Running notes in is rubbish, choyting is rubbish and I would rather see the pipes die out if certain pipers, who are promoting this and who cannot play, are pulling the wool over listeners ears by showing the world that their playing is the way to go forward. Adrian -- To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS Playing Style
How to deal with music Does one play violin with vibrato. Is portamento okay? How about a Leslie loudspeaker on a Hammond organ? What about the one in my local church? Is that the sound of an organ, or must we all go to St Paul's? Ahhh... those Irish flute ornaments. Horrible if you are a classical player. But can a classical flute play them? Drum kit BAH. Double bass drum pedal DOUBLE BAH. Five strings on a double bass, what? Mine only had three!! Let's all go back to a flute made from a bird's wing bone and a drum made of an hollowed out tree trunk. Now, that's real music. To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] nps
Dear all, after talking to Tommy Breckons shorltly before his death and chatting to fellow pipers after his funeral, I have come to the conclusion that the Northumbrian Pipers' society has lost its way. I therefore ask: is it time to form some other group or society which bases its playing on a pure, traditional detached fingering technique and get back to playing some of the tunes with divisions,correctly? After all, in 1974, the 3rd addition of the 'Tutor for the Northumbrian Small-Pipes' was re-published by the NPS. Originally published in 1896, this tutor was written by JW Fenwick, a member of the committee. The preface to the 3rd edition states-Fenwick's tutor is as relevant today as it was in 1895 and will provide ample instruction and guidance to all potential playersof the small-pipes. The instruction book states - There is no qualification more important to the learner than that of correct fingering, and as it presents considerable difficulty, the lessons of a skilful master would be a great advantage. As a general direction we may observe that the small-pipes are played upon the method called 'Close Fingering' which allows of only one finger being lifted at a time. Perhaps have a new piping competition, which is based on pure fingering and not a load of choyte. Adrian. (not a Grand Master, nor a member of that other society!) -- To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS March / April NL
Dear NPS members (and apologies to others) The March NL has been posted today, Fri 13th - I just hope that doesn't affect the speed with which it reaches members. Susan Craven - the new editor - is to be commended for a first issue packed with information features. Also to be commended are the super-efficient band of packers - some regular and some new to the job - which meant that the posting operation was one of the fastest ever. Julia Say NPS Hon Sec. To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS Dec NL, annual mag etc
Dear NPS members (and apologies to others) The Dec posting, consisting of newsletter, annual magazine, AGM notice etc has been posted today, Fri 28 Nov. so should reach some folk over the weekend, given it went straight to the regional sorting office. Cheers Julia Say NPS sec. To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS meetings - venues from now on.
Dear members in the region (and anyone else interested!) The ordinary meetings of the society (1st Mon 3rd Sat) will now be at Morpeth Town Hall, not in the Methodist Church as stated in the newsletter. Starting with Nov 3 when Chris O is coming to do a workshop. On Nov 15, we are hosting an open afternoon from 2.30-5 as part of an arts culture event in Morpeth to support flood victims and generally show the town is alive. Informal playing to visitors as required. On Dec 1, Colin is going to do a maintenance workshop along the lines of how to dismantle your pipes, maintain all the bits, and re- assemble them safely - which has been requested by members. On Dec 20 we will have a Christmas party. The Mon Jan meeting (5th) will be an ordinary Mon meeting, and the 17th Jan is the AGM. Please pass this message on to any pipers you think might be interested or need to know. Thank you Julia Say Hon Sec. To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS competitions - overseas composition entries
A reminder to those thinking of submitting entries - the deadline is 30 Sept for the overseas and composition classes. However as Anne Moore is rather busy as a result of the flooding, she has asked me to take over the admin for these. Anyone still intending to send in an entry should therefore send it to me rather than Anne. If it's in the post already, don't worry, Anne is receiving her mail, and we'll sort something out. But perhaps in the latter case you could let me know so I can double check I've got everything. Thank you Julia Say, NPS sec. To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] nps saturday meeting
For those of us who live locally and were thinking of coming to the Chantry?this Saturday,?Maureen Davison has offered to host us for this meeting at least. Her address is in the Handbook. Colin R AOL Email goes Mobile! You can now read your AOL Emails whilst on the move. Sign up for a free AOL Email account with unlimited storage today. -- To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS July NL
The NL was posted today, June 30, so should the first lucky members July 2. Apologies to those whom this does not concern. Julia Say NPS Hon Sec. To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS tunebook 2 - Parnell's March
Dear all I'm currently working as one of a team on a new edition of the 2nd tunebook, which involves, amongst other things, playing through all the tunes as printed. It is felt that the version of Parnell's March is not what pipers mostly play, particularly in bars 12, 20, and 25. I'd be very grateful if some folk could find time to play it through and see what they think, letting me know where (if) they diverge from the printed music. I've downloaded an alternative version from thesession.org, but that is also unfamiliar in its details. The tune does not seem to have been published until recently, but it presumably has a composer, being a C19 tune - it was listed on one site as popularised by Leo Rowsome in the 50s and 60s. Any and all info welcome. Thanks Julia To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS Dec NL / mag.
Apologies to non-members. The December issue has been posted today 30 Nov, so should with any luck reach some folk on Monday. It contains both NL and annual mag, together with AGM notice a couple of flyers. Cheers Julia NPS Hon Sec. To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS competition results
Dear all, if interested in such things The results from yesterday were: Overseas nsp beginners: 1. Colin McNaught (USA) 2. Susan Buxeda (NZ) 3. Ryan Walters (NZ) Overseas nsp intermediate: 1. Peter Dyson (USA) 2. Peter Galvin (NZ) 3. Sam Rutter (NZ) Overseas nsp Open: 1. Helen Capes (NZ) Joint 2. Louisa Kelly (NZ) Joint 2. Nicole Buxeda (NZ) There were no enties for overseas Border pipes - beginners or Open - this was rather disappointing. Overseas Duet: 1. Peter Dyson Gail Gibbard (USA) 2. Helen Capes Louisa Kelly (NZ) 3. Colin Cheryl McNaught (USA) (7 entries) Tune composition: 1. Julia Say 2. Peter Dunn 3. Julia Say (5 entries from 3 composers) Composition of Variations: No entries In the playing classes, there were no disqualifications, so missed placings means no furher entries Smallpipes novice: No entries Smallpipes Junior: 1. Tristan Selden Smallpipes Beginner: 1. Tristan Selden 2. Stephen Wassell Senior Starters: 1. Daphne Briggs Smallpipes Intermediate: 1. Chloe Corrigan 2. Anne McNair 3. Peter Dunn (3 entries) Smallpipes Advanced: No entries Smallpipes Open: 1. Paul Knox 2. Malcolm Sargeant Smallpipes Duet: 1. Anne McNair Gill Sargeant 2. Stephen Wassell Daphne Briggs Mixed Duet / Ensemble: 1. Daphne Briggs (nsp) Stephen Wassell (fiddle) 2. Bill Telfer (Border pipes) Billy Little (harmonica) Border pipes (beginner / intermediate) No entries Border pipes Open: Matt Seattle Bill Telfer (joint winners) Pipemaking: 1. Julia Say 2. Henry Knox Hope this is of interest to some of you. Plaques, certificates and comment sheets etc will be on their way to the overseas winners asap. (in a few days, realistically!) Many thanks to the judges, Pauline Cato (overseas composition), Anthony Robb (playing classes) and Colin Ross (pipemaking) for their hard work and helpful comments to all the competitors. Julia Say (NPS Hon. Sec) To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS memberships
Dear NPS members on this list There are currently 85 members (some of whom I know read this list) who have not yet renewed their membership for 2007. You have a week to get in touch before you are considered to have resigned... Julia NPS Hon Sec. To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS Monday meetings
The committee of the NPS are developing a program for Society meetings at the Chantry, Morpeth. Details will, of course, be published in the Society Newsletter, but in the meantime, pipers within reach of Morpeth might like to visit the NPS website http://www.northumbrianpipers.org.uk/program.htm where they will find information about the 'Monday' meetings. (The next one is on the 14th of May. Barry Say To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS Dec NL, mag etc
Apologies to those whom this does not concern. The Dec NL, annual mag, and AGM notice etc have been posted Fri pm 1 Dec, so should start arriving in places (at least in the UK) Monday, or possibly even Sat for a few lucky (?) folk. Julia To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS competition results
For those overseas competitors on the edge of their seats, and the otherwise terminally curious: Overseas Smallpipes: 1a Beginners: 1. Sam Rutter (NZ) 2. Karl Baker (NZ) 1b Intermediate:1. Nicole Buxeda (NZ) 2. Peter Dyson (USA) 3. Peter Galvin (NZ) (4 entries) 1c Open:1. Helen Capes (NZ) 2. Louisa Kelly (NZ) 3. Peter Dyson (USA) No overseas Border pipe entries 16. Overseas duet: 1. Helen Capes Nicole Buxeda (NZ) 2. Peter Dyson Gail Gibbard (USA) 3. Val Smith Helen Capes (NZ) 1 entry in this class had to be disallowed as there were more than two players on the recording - it is a duet class not an ensemble. Class 3 Composition of original tune 1. Julia Say 2. Hilary de Vries 3. Julia Say 8 entries, 6 composers No composition of variations entries UK playing classes Novice: 1. Stephen Wassell 2. Daphne Briggs Beginners: 1. Peter Dunn 2. Daphne Briggs Senior Starters: 1. Daphne Briggs Intermediate: 1. Stephen Douglass 2. Boris Hessenauer 3. Peter Dunn (5 entries) Advanced: 1. Boris Hessenauer 2. Jessica Lamb 3. Steve Barwick Open: 1. Malcolm Sergeant 2. Boris Hessenauer Border pipes Open; 1. Matt Seattle Pipemaking: 1. Alan Bailey There were no junior, duet or ensemble entries, which was disappointing. There were no disqualifications so missing placings above means no further competitors. Plaques, certificates and comments will be sent out asap (NZ, all yours will go to Helen!) as will comment sheets on all the composition entries. Thanks to competitors for entering, and hope this is of interest. -- Julia Say, Hon Sec. NPS [EMAIL PROTECTED] Tel 01670 860215 To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS Oct NL
The Oct newsletter, and new members handbook, has been posted out to paid up members today, Fri 29 Sept. It should start to reach UK members by Monday if not before. Julia Say NPS Hon Sec. To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] NPS July newsletter
This was posted to members today, except for a small number of UK members whose surnames begin with J, L or M. (technical hitch due to my arithmetic) These latter will be posted Friday morning. Cheers -- Julia Say, Hon Sec. NPS [EMAIL PROTECTED] Tel 01670 860215 To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
[NSP] nps detached
A question, or two: I take it that most of those on this list are members of the NPS too? And if you are members, then, is not one of the qualifications of being a member to promote the pipes and accept that the NPS have some say as to what are the small-pipes and how the Small-pipes should be played? Then please could I have a definative answer from the NSP as to what method of fingering the chanter is acceptable when playing in the NSP competitions. In other words, does one have to play 'detached' or can one play by 'running in the notes together without a gap? Would one get marked down/disqualified/encouraged to play 'detached'? What about the Judges who may accept non-detached fingering? As Mr Fenwick was a representitive of the NSP then I would guess that what he wrote in the tutor was and is still correct today, as I've not seen any other publication by the NSP as to contradict this. Adrian. -- To get on or off this list see list information at http://www.cs.dartmouth.edu/~wbc/lute-admin/index.html
