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Bagpipe Tidbits
The Bagpipe projects a rich and resonant tone. It paints a vivid illustration in the mind and spans the entire range of emotion. "The Skye Boat Song" captures the essence of suspense braving the seas to escape mortal danger. It is in regard to Bonnie Prince Charlie's seeking a safe haven on the Isle of Skye from The Duke of Cumberland in 1746 after his defeat at Culloden Moor.
This page has information that will give you some insight about the music and making of PIPIN' HOT.
Many of the songs are rich in Scottish heritage and history. You will find some basic information with hyperlinks to more detailed history. We also included some of the artist's comments on the selections and arrangements.
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Amazing Grace- Song of salvation and redemption written by John Newton in the late 1700's.
- Most famous song to ba played on the bagpipe read more about Amazing Grace and see the lyrics to this spiritual song.
Doxology- An old hymn to honor and praise God who has blessed me with the talents, time, and finances to make this dream possible.
The Norther Lights of Old Aberdeen / Skye Boat Song / My Home - Three traditional Scottish folk songs arranged to capture the nostalgia of the coastal seas.
- The "Skye Boat" song is about Bonnie Prince Charlie. The Duke of Cumberland on Culloden Moor defeated Charles Edward Stewart, the Young Pretender, in 1746. Aided by Flora MacDonald, Bonnie Prince Charlie escaped to the island of Skye where he was later taken by a French vessel to Morlaix on the coast of Bretagne.
Mist Covered Mountains- A Celtic folk song arranged to convey the universal emotion of longing for one's homeland.
Banjo Breakdown- Who says bagpipe music cannot be bluegrass?!
- Being a banjo picker myself, I could not resist taking this bagpipe jig and putting it in a bluegrass format. - Scott Cawthon
Bonaparte's Retreat
We hope you enjoy this rendition of a good ol? country song. We added some lyrics to it:
Bonaparte's Retreat- original lyrics
Met the girl I love in a town way down in Dixe
Neath the stars above- she was the sweetest girl I ever did see
So, I took her in my arms and told her of her many charms
I kissed her while the fiddles played the BONAPARTE'S RETREAT
All the world was bright as I held her on that night
and I heard her say, "Please don't ever go away"
So, I held her in my arms and told her of her many charms
I kissed her while the fiddles played the BONAPARTE'S RETREAT
Both verses repeated
BONAPARTE's Retreat- Revised lyrics by Weavers of the Tartan
Well I met the girl I love in a town way down in Dixie
With the stars up above-she was the sweetest girl you ever did see
So, I held her in my arms and told her of her many charms
I kissed her while the guitars played the BONAPARTE'S RETREAT
All the world was bright as I held her on that night
And I heard her say, "Please don't you go away"
So I held her in my arms and told her of her many charms
I kissed her while the bagpipes played the BONAPARTE'S RETREAT
Well I married my love in a town way down in Dixie
With the stars up above-she was the sweetest bride I ever did see
So, I held her in my arms and told her of her many charms
I kissed her while the fiddles played the BONAPARTE'S RETREAT
All the world was bright as I held her on that night
And I heard her say, "Please don't you go away"
So, I held her in my arms and told her of her many charms
I kissed her while the piano played the BONAPARTE'S RETREAT
Well I live with my love in a town way down in Dixie
With the stars up above-she was the sweetest wife I ever did see
So, I held her in my arms and told her of her many charms
I kissed her while we rapped away to BONAPARTE'S RETREAT
Now I hold her in my arms - still tell her of her many charms
Kiss her while everybody plays the BONAPARTE'S RETREAT
Wind Of Change- A beautiful original composition for the grand piano and bagpipes.
The Ballad of Glencoe:- A classic ballad depicting the massacre of the MacDonald clan by the Campbells in 1692. The tune and words to Glencoe were written by Jim McLean in 1963 and it is copyright Duart Music.
- The massacre stands out in Highland history because of the betrayal of Highland hospitality that was highly regarded and the genocidal intent of the government.
- For more information about Glencoe follow this link:
- http://www.contemplator.com/folk3/glen_coe.html
Onward Christian Soldiers /
Will Ye No Come Back Again /
We're No Awa' Tae Bide Awa'- Three old marches arranged to depict the "passing of the guard" as the bell tolls for a new day.
Laura's Wedding March- Tyge Cawthon composed and performed this march for our sister's wedding.
Atholl Highlander- A "high-octane" rock rendition of an old pipe tune.
Hot Rod Pipes- I was inspired to compose this song by the nostalgic "muscle cars" and "groovy" beach songs I enjoyed when young. The song came to mind while I was sitting in an A/CCobra assembled by Mike Pickel of Spectrum Technologies. Originally, I intended on using the idle as a rythm track. However, the idle was not as precise as we needed so we used it as an effect - thanks to the excellent footwork of Mr. Pickel. - Scott Cawthon
Dark Island- My own instrumental rendition of this "haunting" folk song using the bagpipes. Original melody coposed by Ian MacLaughlan in 1963, David Silver lyricist.
Turn Around
I originally arranged this song as a Christmas gift for my daughter in 1993. - Scott Cawthon
Turn Around- original lyrics
Where are you going? My little one, Little one,
Where are you going? My baby, My own.
TURN AROUND, and you're two,
TURN AROUND, And you're four
TURN AROUND, and you're a young girl, going out of the door.
TURN AROUND, TURN AROUND,
TURN AROUND and you're a young girl going out of the door.
Where are you going? My little one, Little one,
Little dirndels and petticoats, Where have you gone?
TURN AROUND, and you're tiny,
TURN AROUND, And you're grown
TURN AROUND, and you're a young wife, with babes of your own.
TURN AROUND, TURN AROUND,
TURN AROUND and you're a young wife, with babes of your own.
Turn Around- revised lyrics by Weavers of the Tartan
The same as verse 1 above except for line 2
Where are you going? My babe, My own.
Where are you going? My precious one, Precious one,
Pigtails and bedtime stories, Memories of old.
TURN AROUND, and you're tiny,
TURN AROUND, And you're grown
TURN AROUND, and you're a woman going out on your own.
TURN AROUND, TURN AROUND,
TURN AROUND and you're a woman going out on your own.
The same as verse 2 above
British Last Post & American Taps
Flowers of the Forest
Amazing Grace- This is a salute to those who have given their lives in battle. "Flowers of the Forest" commemorates those killed in the Battle of Flodden in Scotland in 1513.
Auld Lang Syne- A popular Robert Burns tune synonymous for the New Year.
I Love To Tell The Story
Jesus Loves Me
Just As I Am
When The Saints Go Marching In
We Will Glorify- This hymn medley conveys the gospel message of salvation found in Jesus Christ.
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