May Newsletter
Meeting Recap
Great meeting this month with new old friends. It was suggested that we all work on a new set for our June meeting. We decided on the following:
Allistrum’s March
March of the Kings of Laois
O’Sullivan’s March
There are, of course, numerous versions of these tunes online for reference, however for Allistrum’s March, Tiarnan O Duinnchinn and Joey Abarta were mentioned. Joey’s recording is followed by March of the King’s of Laois, as well. And of course for O’Sullivan’s there is the famous Chieftain’s recording
Looking forward to playing this set with everyone at the next meeting. And as always you can check out our Common Tunes page to see what other tunes we’re playing.
IPC Annual Membership
Some folks have recently asked about annual dues. The club no longer utilizes dues for formal club membership. There are a number of legal implications involved around dues and the current state of our club is not equipped to manage such things. The best way to support the club now is with our Members Only section. This subscription is $20 a year, which was the same cost as dues. Subscribing to the club is the best way to help support us and help bring in new pipers and musicians for workshops and concerts, as well as raise funds for our next tionol. And for your support you will get access to exclusive recordings of these musicians as well as discounts on workshops and concerts! You can sign up here:
Remember, we also have a donation option! You can donate here!
!New Content!
The recording of Colm Broderick and Niamh Dalton’s concert last month is not available on the members section. If you’re not already a member, now is a great time to sign up and relive an epic night of music! For members, here is a direct link: https://www.irishpipersclub.com/members/colm-broderick-amp-niamh-dalton
IPC Merchandise
Another great way to support the club is to purchase merch! We’ve got some great new hoodies, and you can still order our custom 2025 West Coast Tionol T-shirts.
Designed with a relaxed oversized fit and heavyweight fleece, this hoodie delivers both style and durability. The garment-dyed finish gives it a unique, lived-in look, making each piece slightly different. It’s a staple for easy layering and everyday comfort.
• 80% cotton, 20% recycled polyester
• Heather Grey is 70% cotton, 30% recycled polyester
• Heavyweight fabric: 10 oz./yd² (340 g/m²)
• Oversized fit
• Two-panel hood, no drawcords
• Front kangaroo pocket
• Ribbed cuffs and waistband
• Blank product sourced from Pakistan
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
Everyone needs a cozy go-to hoodie to curl up in, so go for one that's soft, smooth, and stylish. It's the perfect choice for cooler evenings!
• 50% pre-shrunk cotton, 50% polyester
Heather Sport Dark Navy is 40% cotton, 60% polyester
• Fabric weight: 8.0 oz/yd² (271.25 g/m²)
• Air-jet spun yarn with a soft feel and reduced pilling
• Double-lined hood with matching drawcord
• Quarter-turned body to avoid crease down the middle
• 1 × 1 athletic rib-knit cuffs and waistband with spandex
• Front pouch pocket
• Double-needle stitched collar, shoulders, armholes, cuffs, and hem
• Blank product sourced from Bangladesh, Nicaragua, Honduras or El Salvador
Disclaimer: Due to the fabric properties, the White color variant may appear off-white rather than bright white.
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
Workshops & Concerts
Piping Heaven Piping Hell Lecture Series
The next lecture in the great new series hosted by Piping Heaving Piping Hell is with Eliot Grasso, who will be discussing learning by ear. The event will be Sunday May 17th. You can find event info on their facebook page here.
Bandcamp, Bits & Bobs
Caitlin Finley & Will Woodson just released their new album Once Through the Hall. You can check it out on bandcamp!
