When the Pipers Play

Although the great Highland Bagpipe is an ancient instrument it has earned a special place in the modern world. 'When the Pipers Play' the sound touches the past, recalling images of the great conflicts of the twentieth century when millions died. The song also reminds us of sacrifices still being made around the world by peace-keepers. The title track's stirring finale of massed pipes is provided by the pipers of EVERY Scottish regiment. 'The powerful and evocative voice of Isla St Clair has produced an album of enchanting original and traditional tunes. 'When the Pipers Play' deserves equal ranking with those other haunting pipe themes 'Mull of Kintyre' and 'Amazing Grace'.' The Sunday Times 'Isla's singing has acquired a new sense of dramatic emphasis, her distinctly warm clear tone and exuberance brings songs to life.' The Scotsman This unique collection of songs celebrate the legend of the Scottish and Irish pipes, the most haunting musical instruments on earth, and introduces the distinctive 'North American' sound to Celtic music. The thrilling sound of a hundred pipes is performed exclusively for this album by the Massed Pipers of ALL the Scottish Regiments.. Although the great Highland Bagpipe is an ancient instrument it has earned a special place in the modern world. 'When the Pipers Play' the sound touches the past, recalling images of the great conflicts of the twentieth century when millions died. The song also reminds us of sacrifices still being made around the world by peace-keepers. The title track's stirring finale of massed pipes is provided by the pipers of EVERY Scottish regiment. 'The powerful and evocative voice of Isla St Clair has produced an album of enchanting original and traditional tunes. 'When the Pipers Play' deserves equal ranking with those other haunting pipe themes 'Mull of Kintyre' and 'Amazing Grace'.' The Sunday Times 'Isla's singing has acquired a new sense of dramatic emphasis, her distinctly warm clear tone and exuberance brings songs to life.' The Scotsman This unique collection of songs celebrate the legend of the Scottish and Irish pipes, the most haunting musical instruments on earth, and introduces the distinctive 'North American' sound to Celtic music. The thrilling sound of a hundred pipes is performed exclusively for this album by the Massed Pipers of ALL the Scottish Regiments..