Bagpipes make me emotional. They could play Happy Birthday and I will cry. Not 1 cell in my body is remotely close to being Scottish but when I hear them, my heart is Scottish and I fall apart. They connect humankind in a magical way. Truly, the power of music at work.
my scottish father said the bagpipes appeal to the emotions which is true it can make you sad or melancholy,happy or inspired,the english used this to great affect when they combined english drums with scottish pipes enabling different ethnic groups to unite on long marches of boredom solidifying unity and inspiring the men to battle and then to lament the dead
E to. My late father was a piper in Newcastle, Australia. Y early years were spent around pipe bands. On his last birthday I organised a lone piper to plays at his nursing home. The tears flowed from everyone.
Of course they do, who doesn’t get chills and a lump in their throat when you hear them coming and all that fabulous regalia and accoutrements. Just fabulous.
...and I am very proud to say that my wife, Drum Major Colleen McMillin Wilson, was given the honor to lead the Tattoo Pipes & Drums this evening on the march down the Royal Mile. Major Brooks Carleton Wilson, United States Marine Corps (Retired). Oooraaaaaah!!!
You must be so proud, first thing I noticed as they came out that a woman was leading! Great to see. And many of my friends were there playing behind her!
Working in construction I was lucky enough to hear the pipes in several postings. East London UK The Dagenham Girls Pipers. Three days after moving in an apartment in Slagelse, Denmark An International Pipe Competition held 300m from my window's I had to go investigate. Sarnia Ont Canada met the Drum Major of The Michigan Police Pipe Band while having a beer and got invited to go watch them march in Michigan. Can't get away from the wonderful sound of the pipes.
Thank you for posting this video. I'll never be able to travel to see this In person. I don't know why I get incredibly emotional when the pipes show up.
Really? Are you sure? I TRIED to enjoy the pipes hut they were fighting to be heard over a band of Spaniards playing Tequila. Scotland is now a spanish colony? Wow times have changed.
I was on a war graves tour in France a few years ago on remembrance day. We were laying wreaths, the morning was quiet misty, very faintly we could hear the pipes playing at one of the other cemeteries which was quite far away. The most eerie sound.
@syoung1908 hi there yea different tartan represents clans and names here in Scotland and different regiments also of our military before it was changed to the Royal regiment of Scotland which obviously is now one colour we had like the black watch or royal Highland or kings own Scottish Borders so before the change to now just the Royal regiment of Scotland there were many different tartans in our military but there are i think hundreds of tartans representing family names here in Scotland and clans i not sure how many but its a lot hope this helps you understand the reasons behind all the different colours 🏴
@syoung1908 there is lots of history attached to the wearing of the tartan it was banned by the English back in the days they tryed to take our identity but we knew that would never happen 😉 🏴
Yes even the English feel that tingling spine moment when they hear it, the same when we hear the first words to Jerusalem, we are proud to be British, we stood together through two world wars!
My heart stirs whenever i hear the pipes and drums...i can enjoy an orchestra, can even enjoy a Mexican mariachi band (for a short while), but the pipes, the pipes and drums...if ye dinna understand, ye aint Scots!
Once heard 100 pipes playing "Amazing Grace" @ a Scottish games event. It reverberated through the ground & literally made me cry it was SO beautiful !!
I had The privilege of living in Edinburgh for 10 years, it’s the most beautiful city in the world and countryside around it. It’s fantastic and a beautiful little beach as you can visit it’s stunning
Of course the best part of the show are the pipes and drums anytime and with so many young talented pipers and drummers they could do a whole show with them and the wonderful young dancers thank you for posting
I want “Piper to the End” by Mark Knopfler When I leave this world behind me To another, I will go And if there are no pipes in heaven I'll be going down below
I love the sound of the bag pipes. I ALWAYS cry when i hear them. The drone goes straight to my heart and i feel soo proud to be Scottish. My late papa was nearly blind and profoundly deaf near the end of his life, because he worked in Fairfield Ship Yard ,Govan, man and boy. The tremendous noise made him deaf. But when he heard the sound if the pipes, I swear he puffed up with such pride. The pipes have held many good memories for me.🏴🏴💟
For me the pipes and drums always steal the show. It’s a beautiful thing to see all the different ethnic groups marching on those cobblestone streets that are hundreds of years old.😊
I marched in an American Para-Military Pipe Band for 25 yrs with some of Scotland/Canada's best military bands in the world... Proudest & best moments in my life.
@damionkeeling3103 That is correct. We were a U.S. civilian bagpipe band that marched in authentic Canadian 'hand-me-down' uniforms. Because of this, we followed Canadian military protocols, in every way possible... Rank, marching, salutes, music, etc... We were known as the "First Highland Watch".
Amen, another 20 years with those who hate Caucasians and their heritage and traditions. There won't be any pipes or kilts. In the parade. Those others were there marching because they were proud they were winning a culture war. And Europe isn't even fighting.
The entire kilted marching band stole the show, best for last. Very skilled! They were so crisp and clean in unison. Drummers were impressive! Nobody plays tenors over there? The clear pipes were heard long before they came into sight. Thank you! ❤
Have seen my share of parades as a boomer growing up in Utah - lots of horses and their poop - but I think this parade is tops. Would love to see this in person!
Land of my high endeavour, Land of the shining river, Land of my heart for ever, Scotland the brave. We had the grand pleasure of seeing this year's Tattoo. Such a superb show every year!
Have the pipes stolen the show? Yes, yes they have. As an American, I have been lucky to attend the Royal Military Tattoo twice (2022 & 2024) and I was wowed by the pageantry and beautiful music. But when the Massed Pipes & Drums play Scotland the Brave, I feel it in my soul.
I was in Edinburgh Scotland in 1979 in the US Navy. We pulled into the Port nearby. I visited Edinburgh Castle. I traveled to Falkirk by train. At the time I didn't know it was where the famous battle took place. On the train going through the countryside it was the greenest grass I've ever seen in my life. I loved the country and the people, it was beautiful. I've been fond of the bagpipes ever since. (Edit) whoever filmed this and posted this thank you. It's awesome.
The port would be Leith. There were two battles of Falkirk. The first in 1298 during the Wars of Independence, the second in 1746 when the retreating Jacobite army defeated government forces, the latter was the penultimate battle on British soil.
Absolutely every time. They are the best part and why we keep returning for more. The music the pipes and drums gives me chills. I don’t know the words but heart understands
Goosebumps all over,ive bin once in scotland and i never forget the highlands and the big pipes, scotland stole my heart...thanks from the netherlands 🏴💖🇳🇱
The Pipes are the show stopper to any Military Tattoo. I love the pipes and drums, sends chills down my spine. Proud to have Scottish blood flowing in me...🇿🇦
Pipe and drum always brings a tear and a smile to my old scotch irish soul. And seeing the lads in full kit is always a thing of beauty Probably couldn't, but that mariachi leader was missing a bet not carrying a top bottle of blue agave. . .
I had The privilege of living in Edinburgh for 10 years, it’s the most beautiful city in the world and the countryside around it. It’s fantastic and its beautiful little Beaches you can visit is stunning
Some made me smile and even laugh with joy but the beautiful pipes and drums took my breath away and brought tears to my eyes. Thank you so much for posting. 🎉
100% I am Australian. Never been to Scotland. Have heritage there. Pipes make me well up evey time. I must make it my mission to visit before my time is up. ❤
Sorry to hear that you went down. I hope the beating the public gave you wasn't too severe. Look at the bright side. When your pipes are stomped on, they never lose their tune!
🕊️🇮🇱♥️🎗️✡️👑🦁✝️🕎📜⚖️📖🙏♥️📖🛡️⚔️🎶📯🎶🎻🎶♥️🎶💐🍷🕊️PS. Such Beautiful Architecture in the background. And what a Lovely sight, seeing the Scottish Armed Service all dressed up ♥️🕊️
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The pipes didn’t “steal” the show, they are the show.
Some people can't stand the sound of the pipes. To me, they sing directly to my blood.
I was going to say " the pipes always steal the show" but your comment is more accurate.
Hear Hear!!
YES!
Correct, they are only decent thing in the show.
Bagpipes make me emotional. They could play Happy Birthday and I will cry. Not 1 cell in my body is remotely close to being Scottish but when I hear them, my heart is Scottish and I fall apart. They connect humankind in a magical way. Truly, the power of music at work.
my scottish father said the bagpipes appeal to the emotions which is true it can make you sad or melancholy,happy or inspired,the english used this to great affect when they combined english drums with scottish pipes enabling different ethnic groups to unite on long marches of boredom solidifying unity and inspiring the men to battle and then to lament the dead
@richardconnelly7141
You said what I feel. Tank you.
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LOVE me some bagpipes! Theyre so moving!!
E to. My late father was a piper in Newcastle, Australia. Y early years were spent around pipe bands. On his last birthday I organised a lone piper to plays at his nursing home. The tears flowed from everyone.
Did the pipes steal the show? Well yes, the pipes always steal the show! Much love from the USA and I love Edinburgh 🏴
My husband and I visited Scotland for the first time this year and were blown away by its beauty, and loved the sound of the wonderful bagpipes
It is absolutely fitting that the pipes are last as they are without a doubt THE MOST impressive and stirring. 👏
Of course they do, who doesn’t get chills and a lump in their throat when you hear them coming and all that fabulous regalia and accoutrements. Just fabulous.
It makes you feel your roots.
The Mexicans are better 😁
@@Xonid1 not root, but I love to watch you guys ever since I visited in 2006
Bagpipes make the most horrible noise I have ever endured. They should be illegal because of it.
@@DavidMitchell-qx9nenot as bad as Mick Mcarthy
As an old English guy, may I say that nothing stirs my soul more than the sight and sound of the pipes and drums.
Yep. Me too.
As an old English lady...me too.
Same here. American retired USMC lady.
Yes, it does the same to your American cousins across the pond!
Yep. Me too and I'm not even from your country.
...and I am very proud to say that my wife, Drum Major Colleen McMillin Wilson, was given the honor to lead the Tattoo Pipes & Drums this evening on the march down the Royal Mile. Major Brooks Carleton Wilson, United States Marine Corps (Retired). Oooraaaaaah!!!
I saw her. Brilliant! From an old Scot now a Tennesssean.
You must be so proud, first thing I noticed as they came out that a woman was leading! Great to see. And many of my friends were there playing behind her!
Nobody gives a shit,dumbfuck.
Grand on you, Lad! A proud moment for ya!
Proud you should be
As an American, listening to that brings me to tears. How proud you must be.
Working in construction I was lucky enough to hear the pipes in several postings. East London UK The Dagenham Girls Pipers. Three days after moving in an apartment in Slagelse, Denmark An International Pipe Competition held 300m from my window's I had to go investigate.
Sarnia Ont Canada met the Drum Major of The Michigan Police Pipe Band while having a beer and got invited to go watch them march in Michigan. Can't get away from the wonderful sound of the pipes.
As long as they can play. beginner 🤔🤫😂😂💙💙
You should watch the black watch homecoming. If you like the marching pipes its really impressive
Thank you for posting this video. I'll never be able to travel to see this In person. I don't know why I get incredibly emotional when the pipes show up.
SCOTLAND FOREVEEEEERR!!!!! ❤️🔥🇪🇦🏴
Stole the show? This is Edinburgh, it was ALWAYS their show.
Really? Are you sure? I TRIED to enjoy the pipes hut they were fighting to be heard over a band of Spaniards playing Tequila. Scotland is now a spanish colony? Wow times have changed.
@@queenbee3647I’m sure!!!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤😊
@@queenbee3647 Right, I thought everyone was awesome there, not just the pipes.
I have to admit hearing the pipes always sends chills thru my body.
They strengthen my backbone.
I was on a war graves tour in France a few years ago on remembrance day. We were laying wreaths, the morning was quiet misty, very faintly we could hear the pipes playing at one of the other cemeteries which was quite far away. The most eerie sound.
Same here but I'm english
It does ….
Me too I watch a lot of videos. I’m still confused over the processional to Westminster with the queen
Even before I knew I was Scottish, Irish and English I've loved the sound of the pipes and drums.
You cant hear our pipes and drums and not be proud to be Scottish. Onwards the brave 🏴🏴
I am wondering about the different color uniforms. Is there significance behind the different tartan patterns? Asking from US.
@syoung1908 hi there yea different tartan represents clans and names here in Scotland and different regiments also of our military before it was changed to the Royal regiment of Scotland which obviously is now one colour we had like the black watch or royal Highland or kings own Scottish Borders so before the change to now just the Royal regiment of Scotland there were many different tartans in our military but there are i think hundreds of tartans representing family names here in Scotland and clans i not sure how many but its a lot hope this helps you understand the reasons behind all the different colours 🏴
@@johnmulligan7853 I found a website for looking up specific tartans. I find it interesting.
@syoung1908 there is lots of history attached to the wearing of the tartan it was banned by the English back in the days they tryed to take our identity but we knew that would never happen 😉 🏴
I'm English and love the pipes xx
Scotland The Brave
Pipes and drums - so much Tradition, Order, Energy and Power - greatest Performance! Thx From Germany 🏴 🇩🇪
I join!
My German husband gets goosebumps when the combined Pipe Bands play. I as a Scot cry. Miss my country.
Yes they did!! I'm an American but when ever I hear bagpipes a tingel runs down my spine especially when I hear " Amazing Grace ".
Brillant, nothing can beat the Scottish Pipe Bands ❤ Brings tears to my eyes every time I hear them 😍❤❤❤🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴
The 2 soldiers closing and dancing to the Tequila beat have. 😂😂
Absolutely. The pipes rule. But, what a great parade!
Love the bag pipes 😊
Love the sound and dignity of the pipes!
Yes even the English feel that tingling spine moment when they hear it, the same when we hear the first words to Jerusalem, we are proud to be British, we stood together through two world wars!
My heart stirs whenever i hear the pipes and drums...i can enjoy an orchestra, can even enjoy a Mexican mariachi band (for a short while), but the pipes, the pipes and drums...if ye dinna understand, ye aint Scots!
I understand and I ain't scotch, but I do a wee dram if that's any help
@@stevecharlesworth9612scotch is the drink. Scots are the people. And yes the Scots drink scotch.
Absolutely obsessed with the sound of Scottish pipes. Those give me goosebumps every time I hear them. Great show, thank you very much.
3:02 Just love the guy in the Sombrero carrying a supermarket bag.
LOL And he could have hidden it so easily.🤣
Evidently they were Mexican.
But, it like two US Army sergeants following
Tequila!
Maybe with Tequila inside the supermarket bag 😂
Cervezas
Once heard 100 pipes playing "Amazing Grace" @ a Scottish games event. It reverberated through the ground & literally made me cry it was SO beautiful !!
🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🇬🇧🇬🇧so proud of the Scots and the UK
Nothing sounds more grander than the pipes!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Absolutely love the pipes,
I had The privilege of living in Edinburgh for 10 years, it’s the most beautiful city in the world and countryside around it. It’s fantastic and a beautiful little beach as you can visit it’s stunning
Linda Edimburgo. Lindo som das gaitas. Linda Escócia. Espero voltar lá.
Of course the best part of the show are the pipes and drums anytime and with so many young talented pipers and drummers they could do a whole show with them and the wonderful young dancers thank you for posting
I’m not Scottish but I love the sound of bagpipes, when I die I want bagpipes to play for my funeral Amazing Grace.
I want “Piper to the End” by Mark Knopfler When I leave this world behind me
To another, I will go
And if there are no pipes in heaven
I'll be going down below
Where is it your from? If you don’t mind me asking. I think it’s brilliant your not from
Alba but you still want the pipes playing at your funeral
Never miss an opportunity to hear the pipes.👏👏👏
I love the sound of the bag pipes. I ALWAYS cry when i hear them. The drone goes straight to my heart and i feel soo proud to be Scottish. My late papa was nearly blind and profoundly deaf near the end of his life, because he worked in Fairfield Ship Yard ,Govan, man and boy. The tremendous noise made him deaf. But when he heard the sound if the pipes, I swear he puffed up with such pride. The pipes have held many good memories for me.🏴🏴💟
Just an FYI, bagpipes come from mesopotamia
Me too bless brings a tear
@jakejacobs4463 Yes they have roots there. However this is The Great Highland Bagpipe which is a totally different Bagpipe.
@@dougal2386 you mean how coronets are way different that trumpers
I'm a Geordie and love to hear them also .. no-one does it better than the Scots 💯👍👍👍
These pipers don't mess around!
For me the pipes and drums always steal the show. It’s a beautiful thing to see all the different ethnic groups marching on those cobblestone streets that are hundreds of years old.😊
absolutely the best part! the sound, the uniforms, they were my fav! love it!
All the bands were good. All the kids were cute. But the pipes did steal the show.
The pipes band all look beautiful ❤️ as well as sounding beautiful
The pipes always steal the show!!!!! Absolutely love Scotland and hope to return someday.
Love the guy with shopping bag in left hand and trumpet in right hand.👍👍👍
Ahh to play the bagpipe and March at the same time. Wow. I loved it all! Thank you. What a lift of spirit. peace.
LOVE the Pipes! Scotland The Brave!!! LOVE that song! I'm not Scottish, but oh....I wish I were! 🙂
Love the Pipes - from Kansas City, Missouri- USA!
I marched in an American Para-Military Pipe Band for 25 yrs with some of Scotland/Canada's best military bands in the world... Proudest & best moments in my life.
What does para-military mean here? Do mean a regular pipe band that uses military style uniforms?
@damionkeeling3103 That is correct. We were a U.S. civilian bagpipe band that marched in authentic Canadian 'hand-me-down' uniforms. Because of this, we followed Canadian military protocols, in every way possible... Rank, marching, salutes, music, etc... We were known as the "First Highland Watch".
Culture. Defend it!
Amen, another 20 years with those who hate Caucasians and their heritage and traditions. There won't be any pipes or kilts. In the parade.
Those others were there marching because they were proud they were winning a culture war. And Europe isn't even fighting.
The entire kilted marching band stole the show, best for last. Very skilled! They were so crisp and clean in unison. Drummers were impressive! Nobody plays tenors over there? The clear pipes were heard long before they came into sight. Thank you! ❤
Have seen my share of parades as a boomer growing up in Utah - lots of horses and their poop - but I think this parade is tops. Would love to see this in person!
I don't know why, but the bag pipes brought a tear to my eye. Thanks!!!
Probably the pain inflicted by the noise 😂😉
@@barking_mad6649 I couldn't agree with you more.
My father's side of the family was from Scotland. The pipes always speak to my soul. Such a beautiful sound ❤
Land of my high endeavour,
Land of the shining river,
Land of my heart for ever,
Scotland the brave.
We had the grand pleasure of seeing this year's Tattoo. Such a superb show every year!
The Black bear always makes the hair on the back of my neck stand up.
Have the pipes stolen the show? Yes, yes they have. As an American, I have been lucky to attend the Royal Military Tattoo twice (2022 & 2024) and I was wowed by the pageantry and beautiful music. But when the Massed Pipes & Drums play Scotland the Brave, I feel it in my soul.
If I can make one request of the Lord, please lead me into Heaven with the pipes and drums.
sends chills up my spin , and the answer to the question did they steal the show DAM RIGHT THEY DID CLASSIC , BRAVO , BRAVO !!!
Awesome 🙏❤️🙏 never stop our traditions .. just a wonderful show, thank you from Aussie mates x
I am usually pretty good with words, but this leaves me speechless. The pipes are just Bad Ass. Thank you for sharing.
My brother was the Pipe Major in the Queen’s own pipes and Drums right up until he died 🥰🥰🥰
Terry Stockdale
Love to hear the pipes, so amazingly impressive when they came down the road.
All of it was absolutely brilliant but yeah, 'The Pipes stole the show'
Sucked. Horrible thing to call a musical instrument !!
I am Dutch but whenever I hear the bagpipes my heart jumps ( in a good way) and I get very emotional.
I was in Edinburgh Scotland in 1979 in the US Navy. We pulled into the Port nearby. I visited Edinburgh Castle. I traveled to Falkirk by train. At the time I didn't know it was where the famous battle took place. On the train going through the countryside it was the greenest grass I've ever seen in my life. I loved the country and the people, it was beautiful. I've been fond of the bagpipes ever since. (Edit) whoever filmed this and posted this thank you. It's awesome.
The port would be Leith.
There were two battles of Falkirk. The first in 1298 during the Wars of Independence, the second in 1746 when the retreating Jacobite army defeated government forces, the latter was the penultimate battle on British soil.
Absolutely every time. They are the best part and why we keep returning for more. The music the pipes and drums gives me chills. I don’t know the words but heart understands
They are the show! Good to see you keep the BEST to LAST!!! 💗💗💗💗💗
The pipes are so unique that they always steal the show !
Made me cry ! I lived in Scotland for 15 years .Moved abroad but still miss Scotland and the Pipes.And the best food in the World !! x
Goosebumps all over,ive bin once in scotland and i never forget the highlands and the big pipes, scotland stole my heart...thanks from the netherlands 🏴💖🇳🇱
The Pipes are the show stopper to any Military Tattoo. I love the pipes and drums, sends chills down my spine. Proud to have Scottish blood flowing in me...🇿🇦
The Lone Piper got me at a tattoo. Up on a roof at the end of the show.
Soooo spine chilling, I was in tears.
Pipe and drum always brings a tear and a smile to my old scotch irish soul.
And seeing the lads in full kit is always a thing of beauty
Probably couldn't, but that mariachi leader was missing a bet not carrying a top bottle of blue agave. . .
Old Scot living in Australia I'm 73 and the pipes always make the hairs on my neck stand to attention.
Watching the Tattoo is on my bucket list Cheers from Canada!
Absolutely wonderful.
Bagpipes! They can inspire, arouse, console, elate. Perfection. No parade should be without them.
🏴 Scotland the Brave!
Worth the wait. Very stirring music. Incredible performance.
I had The privilege of living in Edinburgh for 10 years, it’s the most beautiful city in the world and the countryside around it. It’s fantastic and its beautiful little Beaches you can visit is stunning
Having been born and raised here, I completely agree with you!
They always look and sound so majestic 😍
3:03 The guy carrying his shopping bag 😂
Te pipes are GREAT. from Mexico with love
Beautiful to watch all the talent and variety.❤
I was there on August 10th. A real fantastic show that left me with unforgettable memories 😊 Greetings from Germany
Some made me smile and even laugh with joy but the beautiful pipes and drums took my breath away and brought tears to my eyes. Thank you so much for posting. 🎉
Your pride is Justified. Much love to you and yours. Rab😊
100% I am Australian. Never been to Scotland. Have heritage there. Pipes make me well up evey time. I must make it my mission to visit before my time is up. ❤
Played my pipes last night with 4 other pipers at a street festival in Germany.
As ever we went down very well 👍
Sorry to hear that you went down. I hope the beating the public gave you wasn't too severe.
Look at the bright side. When your pipes are stomped on, they never lose their tune!
Every one of their outfits is their family name and a proud heritage. It's so beautiful.
Nothing beats hearing them pipes the main attraction love em
Love the pipes
Thank you for all your work on the 2024 Tatoo. You never had the Thanks button on all the march outs.
Thank you! I'm glad you like the videos.
🕊️🇮🇱♥️🎗️✡️👑🦁✝️🕎📜⚖️📖🙏♥️📖🛡️⚔️🎶📯🎶🎻🎶♥️🎶💐🍷🕊️PS. Such Beautiful Architecture in the background. And what a Lovely sight, seeing the Scottish Armed Service all dressed up ♥️🕊️
Absolutely LOVE the pipes & drums!❤
WHIT A BLAST.
I loved the Mexican band as well as the Pipers, and everyone who made this march spectacular.
Greetings fae the Scottish Highlands.
Nothing more moving and inspirational. Of course.
Always. They must have been a fearsome sight when fighting any enemy. The pipes are superb. And so are the players.
ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL AND STOLLEN SHOW..❤❤❤❤❤❤❤THANK YOU ❤❤❤❤❤
Pipe bands are spectacular, they will seal ANY show anywhere!
It really stirs the blood. Who wouldn’t follow that into battle?
My ancestors did at the battle of Calodon.
@@johncheetham4607 Yikes! I remember seeing the film when I was about 13.