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Winner of 8 awards this landmark television series traces the history of the bagpipe and its music both in peace and war. Dramatic scenes, rare archive and wonderful music.Now sold as a 3 DVD SET
INSTRUMENT OF WAR and WHEN THE PIPERS PLAY
THE COMPLETE COLLECTION
Narrated by Tom Conti, Hannah Gordon and Charlton Heston | Songs by Isla St Clair
Produced and Directed by Patrick King
“Exceptional” “Essential viewing” “Impressive”
Sunday Times Magazine Sunday Mail Scots Magazine
Disc 1 – INSTRUMENT OF WAR – PART ONE – ‘Ladies From Hell’
‘Ladies from hell’ was a title given to the fierce kilted highlanders by their enemies. The use of the bagpipes in war is very ancient among the Celtic people and this film traces the story from ancient times up to the end of World War One, when Scottish pipers still led their troops into battle. This definitive history contains rare archive footage. Specially shot sequences include:
Disc 2 – INSTRUMENT OF WAR – PART TWO – ‘Call to the Blood’
This film traces the effect of the bagpipes from the battlefields of World War II to the present day. Its haunting sound awakens a distant past in people around the world – the ‘Call to the Blood’ is strong. Specially shot sequences include:
Disc 3 – WHEN THE PIPERS PLAY – Final Part of the Trilogy
This compelling multi award winning film combines inspiring songs and music with stunning footage, bringing to the screen a unique insight into one of the world’s most popular instruments. Sequences include:
Weight | 0.2 lbs |
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