I've heard of violinists having Stradivari and Amati's lent to them on long term bases by collectors....isn't there such a generous patron of the arts out there who'd be willing to do the same for a promising young piper?

Are there no grant programs or awards from various Irish and Scottish Heritage groups that would help subsidize such ambition? Beat the bushes, you rabble...leave no stone unturned...

Best

AA