The First Piper

The First Piper 🗺 Performing in every country (116 so far!)
🍍 Origin stories of ordinary things
🎥 So Where’s it From?(on YouTube!)

I'm aiming for a record to play the bagpipes in every country of the world! In January 2014 I met a group of adventurers who inspired me to kick-off my own journey, and a couple of months later I packed up my life and booked a flight to North Africa. I've now piped in over 100 countries, played on top of the tallest building in the world, and I've even performed for Bhutanese Royalty. Without sounding too cheesy, it's been the most life-changing adventure!

19/08/2026

AD | We’ve all got something that connects us to where we’re from. Mine just happens to be very loud! 🎶

The bagpipes have taken me to over 117 countries, and every single time I play, the same thing happens. People stop, ask questions and some awesome stories are shared.

Scotland’s reach is further than I ever imagined 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

“Hudi” the first word I learnt in Tetum 🍌 There are many places in this world suffering from over tourism, but I guarant...
07/08/2026

“Hudi” the first word I learnt in Tetum 🍌
There are many places in this world suffering from over tourism, but I guarantee you Timor-Leste is not, and maybe it’s better for it!
If you’re ever in Bali and looking for a side quest, Dili (the capital) is only a 1.5hr flight.
Rent a scooter, drink their world-class coffee, pick up some words in Tetum, dive incredible reefs, learn about the country’s insane history, head into the highlands, meet Chief Joaquim at his traditional home, and spend a sunset with Jesus (if that’s your thing..?!)
Obrigadu barak, Timor Leste 🇹🇱

30/07/2026

Timor Leste 🇹🇱
A very beautiful morning by the Cristo Rei statue, overlooking Dili (the capital city) 🌅

Couple of things I’ve learnt so far:
1. Timorese people speak at least 3 languages (quite often 4) 🤯
2. Coffee here is incredible (and a unique variety) ☕️
3. “Hoodi” is how you say banana 🍌
4. Microlets are a great way to get around the city (but I keep getting lost) 🚌
5. Wearing a kilt on a scooter means you have to wear underwear 🩲😅

29/07/2026

Its name literally translates to ‘East East’… 👀
Have a guess where I’ve just landed and drop a 💃🕺 if you know it! 🗺️

15/07/2026

AD | This is what a layover looks like when you’re a travelling bagpiper 🎵
12 hours in Budapest, just enough time to Bounce my bags, get the kilt on and cause a scene 🎬 🧳
In partnership with

My hidden treasure chest 🪎The thing I love about random morning bagpipe sessions is the people you meet. Thank you Taryn...
03/07/2026

My hidden treasure chest 🪎

The thing I love about random morning bagpipe sessions is the people you meet. Thank you Taryn Taryn Elise for this beautiful shot and for letting me disturb your morning with the bagpipes 🙌

On another note, I flippin’ LOVE Budapest. Last time I was here was in 2023 with the bagpipes and it’s so cool to be back… even in the 42 degree heat 🥵🇭🇺

25/06/2026

AD | For the traveler who can’t stay out of those shops 🙋‍♂️
Carpets, furniture, ceramics… or giant wooden peacocks!Bounce lets you buy more and I’m all for it! 🦚
In partnership with 🧳

23/06/2026

This is what happens when you bring twenty strangers to Dumfries & Galloway 🐑 ⛰️🌿

Twenty people, eight days and two very successful retreats 🌿A cheesy wee note, just to say how wonderful the past week h...
21/06/2026

Twenty people, eight days and two very successful retreats 🌿

A cheesy wee note, just to say how wonderful the past week has been.

There’s nothing quite like watching a group of strangers become friends, and knowing you were part of making that happen.

We got out onto the cliffs, ate meals together, walked through plenty of sheep p**p, took ourselves far too seriously at Jeopardy, braved cold dips, and danced until our feet hurt… or until we were flung to the floor. Sorry, Esther!

Cannot wait to do it all again one day 🙌

01/06/2026

AD | Your bags shouldn’t decide how you spend your day 💃
Start Bouncing your kit so you can hop in tuktuks, glide over cobblestones and wobble around on bamboo bicycles 🫨🚲
🧳 In partnership with
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