Pibroch

/ˈpiːbrɑːk,ˈpiːbrɑːx/
noun

A type of traditional Scottish music played on a bagpipe, typically with complex variations.

The haunting tune of the pibroch filled the Highlands.
Visual representation of "pibroch" - A type of traditional Scottish music played on a bagpipe, typically with complex variations.

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  • hear a pibroch
noun

A type of traditional Scottish music played on a bagpipe, typically with complex variations.

The haunting tune of the pibroch filled the Highlands.
Visual representation of "pibroch" - A type of traditional Scottish music played on a bagpipe, typically with complex variations.

Often appears as...

  • play a pibroch
  • hear a pibroch
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Cultural Tradition

Pibroch is a traditional Scottish music genre, associated with cultural pride and Highland history.

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During the festival, the air was alive with the sound of pibroch.
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Ceremonial Use

Pibroch is often played during Scottish ceremonial events, such as weddings and funerals.

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The piper played a somber pibroch to honor the deceased.
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Emotional Impact

Pibroch can evoke strong emotions, painting a musical picture of Scotland's landscapes and stories.

Illustration for Emotional Impact
She was moved to tears by the eerie pibroch echoing in the glen.
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Cultural Tradition

Pibroch is a traditional Scottish music genre, associated with cultural pride and Highland history.

Illustration for Cultural Tradition
During the festival, the air was alive with the sound of pibroch.
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Ceremonial Use

Pibroch is often played during Scottish ceremonial events, such as weddings and funerals.

Illustration for Ceremonial Use
The piper played a somber pibroch to honor the deceased.
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Emotional Impact

Pibroch can evoke strong emotions, painting a musical picture of Scotland's landscapes and stories.

Illustration for Emotional Impact
She was moved to tears by the eerie pibroch echoing in the glen.
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Cultural Tradition

Pibroch is a traditional Scottish music genre, associated with cultural pride and Highland history.

Illustration for Cultural Tradition
During the festival, the air was alive with the sound of pibroch.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Ceremonial Use

Pibroch is often played during Scottish ceremonial events, such as weddings and funerals.

Illustration for Ceremonial Use
The piper played a somber pibroch to honor the deceased.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Emotional Impact

Pibroch can evoke strong emotions, painting a musical picture of Scotland's landscapes and stories.

Illustration for Emotional Impact
She was moved to tears by the eerie pibroch echoing in the glen.
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