Bagpipes

Bagpipes are a traditional musical instrument that produce sound through a steady airflow from a bag, which is inflated by a player’s breath or a mechanical blower. The bag stores air, allowing continuous sound. The instrument typically has a chanter, which plays the melody, and drones, which create a constant harmony and drone note. The player squeezes the bag to maintain air pressure, controlling the volume and sound. Originating in regions like Scotland and the Middle East, bagpipes are used in folk music, ceremonies, and parades, producing a distinctive, resonant tone associated with cultural heritage.