Brian Solum Professinal Bagpiping

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2015 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$1,083
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
March 2016
End Date
March 2016
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Red Lake
Red Lake
Project Overview

Brian started piping in 1993 with the Macalester College Pipe Band. Since then, he's moved to Bemidji where he started the first City Pipe Band, although it has since dissolved, he continues to play at different events around the area. He has played at numerous private functions and public events throughout MN, ND, and Ontario.

Project Details

33 participated

Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2013 Chapter 137, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 4
2015 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$1,083
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

Participants are expected to gain knowledge about bag piping and to a point how the instrument is performed. A better understanding of the heritage and culture behind bag piping and those who perform it is another expectation. Evaluation forms will be filled out during the performance.

Measurable Outcome(s)

This program opened a new door for the participants. They grew more knowledgeable about that history and culture of bag pipers. The music was beautiful and very powerful. The unique sound that a bag pipe makes and the unique costume that Brian wore put this performance over the top. Participant were interested in the performance and enjoyed it thoroughly.

Project Manager
First Name
Kristi
Last Name
Hanson
Organization Name
Northwest Regional Library
Street Address
210 LaBree Avenue N. / PO Box 593
City
Thief River Falls
State
MN
Zip Code
56701-0593
Phone
218-681-1066
Email
hansonk@nwrlib.org
Administered By
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Location

1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113-4266

Phone
651-582-8200