Musicians often spend a lot of time thinking about instruments, but the accessories they use every day can have just as much impact on their playing experience. The right tools can make sessions easier, protect valuable instruments, and help musicians stay organized whether they are practicing at home or traveling to festivals. If you are […]
Traveling with your instrument is part of the experience for many traditional musicians. Whether you are heading to a local session, a weekend festival, or a larger event, bringing your instrument along allows you to stay connected to the music and join in wherever the opportunity arises. All it takes is a little preparation to […]
Starting out on the whistle or Irish flute is an exciting step into traditional music. These instruments are approachable, expressive, and deeply connected to both session culture and solo playing. While it can be tempting to focus only on learning tunes, building a strong foundation of core skills early on will make playing more enjoyable […]
Giving a musical instrument as a gift is a thoughtful way to support someone’s creativity and enjoyment of music. Unlike many gifts that are quickly used or set aside, a well-made instrument becomes part of a musician’s daily life. When the goal is to give something that remains reliable, meaningful, and enjoyable for years, carbon […]
Traditional musicians have long relied on wood to bring Irish, Celtic, and Highland melodies to life. Wooden flutes, pipes, and whistles are undeniably beautiful and rich in character, but they also require delicate care. Humidity, temperature, and travel all influence how wooden instruments react. Cracks, warping, swelling, and tuning shifts are familiar challenges for many […]
The world of bagpipes is rich with history and variety, but two instruments stand out in Scottish tradition: the Great Highland Bagpipes and the Scottish Smallpipes. Both share a cultural heritage and similar fingerwork, yet they differ in sound, setup, and purpose. Understanding these differences can help players and listeners appreciate the strengths of each. […]
Greetings! We hope everyone in the United States had a wonderful Thanksgiving! We are gearing up for the holiday season, and wanted to make a special introduction! We would like to introduce Carbony’s first employee, Jon Warner. Jon has made the long trek to Oregon from his native Connecticut, and he is an accomplished musician. […]
Hello to everyone and happy Thanksgiving to all my friends in the United States. Our shop has been busier than ever and our products are gaining critical acclaim. New bands that now perform with our instruments include Bastinado, The Gothard Sisters, Rastaban, Sons of Malarkey and The Celtic Martins. This season included 27 appearances at […]
Carbony™ Celtic Winds is proud to announce our newest product. The Scottish Smallpipe is made completely with carbon fiber trimmed with stainless steel and a marbled ebonite blowstick tip. It is our first canister drone instrument and premiers our new drone shutoff valves. It comes tied into a Bannatyne small bag and outfitted with brass […]
Hello to all my friends new and old! Its been a wonderful year and the seasons have taken us to many new places and in return we have lots of musicians and bands having a grand time with their new instruments. New bands in the Carbony Celtic Winds family include Celtica, Darren McMullen, Kennedy’s Kitchen, […]