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a detailed book, on the instrument and its construction. The figures in this book, based on historical examples, were drawn by Bryan. The book played a major role in the revival of interest in playing and in making the
Northumbrian smallpipes. His interest in pipemaking continued throughout his
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chanter, and he made some drones for Jim and he got it going."
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