i have a collection of bagpipes, including one that was made by the great Andrus Taul, as well as a good-sized library of bagpipe literature and recordings.  i was always frustarted at the inherent lack of good quality Torupill recordings, and i am pleased to say that RO:TORO came through with a wonderful collection of old tunes and new compositions that thrill the ears with a new freshness providsed by their sax player and percussionist.  they have provided a vital link to the past and a glimpse of this fascinating instrument.  THIS IS A MUST HAVE IF YOU LIKE BALTIC/SCANDINAVIAN MUSIC!  thanks, RO:TORO, for making my collection that much richer.
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Tradtional and original, jazz-and-new age-inspired music from Estonia led by the traditional, Estonian bagpipe, which would appear to have a similar sound to the Scottish smallpipes, not surprisingly, then, this music very much appeals to me as someone with Irish and Scottish heritage; come to think of it, this world/jazz/fusion music would appeal to people from many different backrounds: the songs have an upbeat, universal quality to them.
Saxophones and homemade, experimental percussion accompany the pipes superbly. I highly reccomend this music for all those looking for something a little different.
Tracks of note include "Oh,Oh,Oh, Kui Hea", "Kalamees", "Paras Reha", "Pulmamarss", "Torupillilugu", and "Nail Kummi", showing you just how musical your bicycle can be...just think about that next time you're out for a ride. Speaking of which, this might be good music to ride to on your headphones.
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