I agree w/ practically everything previously posted. I am a piper, but also play the guitar and 5-string banjo. The pipes were by far the most difficult. It has to be part of you (in your soul if you will) or you frankly will probably give up. Honestly, it is not just the music. It is the whole package. If you're looking for a hobby or think they're "kinda cool", you probably won't last long in trying to learn them.