Thanks to this video, I've decided to revert to light D throws. I was taught them initially, but several bands I was involved in wanted heavy throws. I think the heavy throw is favoured here in North America, but the light throw sounds more elegant to me.
I really appreciate you making these videos. I have just started on the PC about a month and a half ago. Trying to learn correctly with no local instructors. Videos really help, getting tips for other players and advice. Thanks again for making these, of all the tutor books which one do you prefer?
Hi there. I think two have been merged, since th National Piping Centre and the College did. SO.. It's the National Piping Centre Tutor Book 1. which is the old Green book
The green book (2000 ed.) shows that method of the throw on D (G to D Strike D) to be NOT recommended to learn. The newer green book (2017 ed.) doesn't even have that method mentioned. Just the heavy (G to D gracenote on Low G to C to D) and light method (G to D gracenote on C to D) I am just getting to the point of learning Scots Wha Hea and taking lessons from a band that prefers me to learn the heavy method. In the future, I would lean towards playing piobaireachd and individual competitions while still playing in a band. Should I just learn one way now and develop the other methods when I get to the pipes or practice both methods and play the heavy with the band?
Glen if you are learning, then stick to one method for the moment. TBH, I've never heard of a whole band who all play the Heavy throw, but if they are teaching you, then thats what you learn. So aye, when you get round to Piobaireachd, play the light throw, and keep the heavy for yer light music. I reckon it will come pretty naturally if you do that. Be a little confusing to mix and match too much
