The Voyagers Podcast

Episode 22: Ross Jennings playing Bagpipes Around the World

Episode Summary

Ross Jennings is known online as The First Piper. His Instagram account has thousands of followers and his YouTube channel is documenting his journey to become the first person to play the bagpipes in every sovereign nation on the planet. But it's not just a mission of bringing music to the people: Ross has learned as much as he's taught, and he sat down to share some of those stories and perspectives with us.

Episode Notes

You'll want to take a look at Ross's work online. Here's a link to his Instagram and one for his YouTube channel, as well as his website

Ross mentioned buying a cask of Annandale Whisky. Well, you can do it! Here's a link. 

He currently teaches at the Nas Academy, which is very cool and ready for any of you who are looking to create content to share with the world. 

And lastly, here's a little write up on the history of the bagpipes, if you're looking to deepen your knowledge. I know I am.