It’s been a long time since I’ve participated in Photohunt, but I saw that the theme was MUSIC and felt compelled to jump in. We’re in New Orleans, forgoodnesssake.
But, um, all my old French Quarter/Jazz Fest/Mardi Gras pictures are on the network and we’re in the middle of backing up. Plus, I thought of this picture, which is conveniently on my laptop.
Taken in Ayr, Scotland, August 2009. MUSIC.
I know, bagpipes get a bad rap. But you know what I learned about Scotland? Bagpipes make darn good sense there. The way the sound weaves in and out with the wind? Perfectly fitting and very beautiful. I can’t think of a better sound for Scotland, honestly. It was a joy to hear them there.
caroline | 14-Nov-09 at 11:30 pm | Permalink
The photo is incredible. Just looking at the bagpiper gives me chill bumps. I love hearing them played.
kitty | 15-Nov-09 at 4:15 am | Permalink
That is a spectacular photo. The composition, the bagpiper, the green lands around him. I could almost hear the music.
Meagan | 15-Nov-09 at 8:09 am | Permalink
I love bagpipes. I think including them in every St. Patrick’s day celebration in the country has been a huge disservace to the instrament, forcing the sound into tighter quarters than it’s meant for (neither indoors or parade packed streets let it resound) and worse, players who only take out the pipes once a year.
Tina | 15-Nov-09 at 10:33 am | Permalink
Awesome photo! Makes me feel as if I am there looking at the bagpiper. Is that even a word? Sorry I haven’t been around lately. Been busy with Life, but I am back and ready to comment!
kim | 16-Nov-09 at 10:10 pm | Permalink
I can’t get over the natural beauty. The bagpipes are nice too. 🙂 GREAT shot!
alejna | 23-Nov-09 at 6:29 pm | Permalink
That shot is just gorgeous. My eyes want to drink in all the color.