What an absolutely stunning collection of music for the Great Highland Bagpipe. There is a musical gem included in every single page of Lincoln Hilton's 345 page collection. To dig into this incredibly diverse collection of music is a wonderful journey. Never afraid to stretch composition boundaries, Lincoln always manages to stay firmly grounded in tradition. These are melodic and creative tunes which undoubtedly will stand the test of time. I think it can fairly be said that what Donald MacLeod did for bagpipe music in the second half of the 20th century, Lincoln Hilton is crafting in the first half of the 21st century. Enjoy!
BOB WORRALL
Adjudicator & Composer - CANADA
ABOUT THE COMPOSER
At age 11, Lincoln was given a practice chanter for his birthday and his life changed forever. Ceòl Beag Volume 1 is a collected works of Lincoln's first decade of piping music.
WHAT'S INSIDE
LINCOLN SONIC HILTON
THE COLLECTION
345
PAGES
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150+
TUNES
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59
MARCHES, STRATHSPEYS
AND REELS
FOREWARD
"This massive 345-page collection is a clinical demonstration of how melodies, rhythm and harmonies with a solid backbone of music theory can be used in traditional and modern idioms. He has defined not only a compositional style, but a production approach and sonic innovation that will inspire generations to come."
PIPE MAJOR TERRY LEE
Adjudicator & P/M Simon Fraser University Pipe Band (1981 - 2013) Canada
Section
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HIDDEN GEMS
COLOUR CODED HARMONIES
NEVER LOSE YOUR PLACE
TUNE LIST
2/4 MARCHES
Divina Tinio Hilton
Durnehviir
Fingal's Cave
Kelvingrove Park
King George Square
Lord Todd
Missing Links
Murphy's Law
P/M Bob Gow
Peter Moir Milne
3/4-4/4 MARCHES
A New Home
Aithníonn Ciaróg Eile
Breaking the Order
Decaf 2
House of Tarrin
Kokoda
Prodigal Prince
Sonerien Bleimor
The Arrival
The Pipers Alliance
Waltzing Matlida
COMPOUND MARCHES
Andrew Bonar
Carrying the Torch
Elbow Bump
I.O
Ian McMaster
P/M Scott Ruscoe
Ritchie Conrad Hilton
Ryan O'Neil Hilton
Sans Peur
The Great Scattered Army
STRATHSPEYS
Cortex Castle
Falkirk Wheel
Federation Square
Gruten Flee
Heather and Galen
Lemon and Lime
Letting Go
Manners Maketh Man
Persistent Pertinence
The Cherry Tree Anthem
Trick or Treat
Trouble Brewing
Written in Stone
REELS
Ancestor's Reel
Back to Belfast
John's List
Gruten Flee
Kraken's Kitchen
Maslow's Hierarchy
Mrs. Heather Hilton
Prodigal Prince
Powlett Reserve
Sinclair's Chanter
The Silver Spear
Tom's Turnaround
JIGS
A Friend from Hell
Calum Brown G Major
Calum Brown
D Major
Dark Horse
Funky Fresh
Goldies
Lady Madlena Sinclair
Letting Go
Morning Blossom
Mrs. Heather Hilton
Mug of Brown Ale
No More Bull
Pablo
Pressed for Time
The Red M&M
The Unholy Offspring
Unreel
Veni Vidi Vici
SLOW AIRS
A Road Less Travelled
C'est la Vie
Dollar Sunrise
Hallelujah
Ignite
Infynite
Letting Go
Never Forgotten
Odyssey
Ragnarök B minor
Shinryu A minor
Shinryu B minor
Solace
Thar She Blows
The Anithero
HORNPIPES
400%
13
Alasdair Fraser's Toast to Moana
Altera Terra
Big Rab's 200th
Black Flag
White Flag
Blues You Lose
Copy Cat
Donald Cameron
Dr. Dre
Erratic Disposition A minor
Erratic Disposition B minor
Galway Girl
Geese in the Bog
Lord Alexander Kennedy
Masons Apron
Ragnarök B minor
Ragnarök E minor
Richat
Shadow
The Boomer Effect
The Golden Chanter
The Summer Cold V1
The Summer Cold V2
Tone Temple
Twisted
SUITES
400%
Calum Brown G Major
Checkmate
Dollar Sunrise
Dr. Dre
Final Reunion
Galway Girl
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
I See Fire
Ignite
Infynite
Letting Go
Me and My Chanter
Odyssey
Pirates of the Caribbean
Ragnarök B minor
Shadow
Shape of You
Shinryu A minor
Shinryu B minor
Solace
The Cherry Tree Anthem
The Tower
Tone Temple
Treat You Better
Trick or Treat
WALTZES
David Ross
Fur Elise
Ignite
John MacDonald of Glencoe
Odyssey
Pirates of the Caribbean
Scotland the Brave
The Landing
MISCELLANEOUS
Decaf 2
Gruten Flee
Heatherbell
Marga's Moment
Mirage
Pablo
Prodigal Prince
Sanctuary
Star Theme
Lincoln Hilton's Ceal Beag Volume 1 is epic! His original compositions and arrangements are vast and cover all the bases and more. I can honestly say this pipe music book is one every piper should have in their collection. The tunes are highly original, extremely good fun to play, and every page turn results in yet more peaked interest! Lincoln is a testament to pushing the boundaries of what our instrument can do. I'm always very keen to see what new content he has uploaded and thoroughly enjoy listening to his material — what a way to wrap up his first decade of piping in such a monstrous format.
CHRIS ARMSTRONG
COMPOSER & P/M SCOTTISH POWER PIPE BAND (2006 - TO DATE) - SCOTLAND
STORIES
Read the stories and journeys that inspired each piece.
PRAISE
What an absolutely stunning collection of music for the Great Highland Bagpipe. There is a musical gem included in every single page of Lincoln Hilton's 345 page collection. To dig into this incredibly diverse collection of music is a wonderful journey. Never afraid to stretch composition boundaries, Lincoln always manages to stay firmly grounded in tradition. These are melodic and creative tunes which undoubtedly will stand the test of time. I think it can fairly be said that what Donald MacLeod did for bagpipe music in the second half of the 20th century, Lincoln Hilton is crafting in the first half of the 21st century. Enjoy!
BOB WORRALL
ADJUDICATOR & COMPOSER - CANADA
I first met Lincoln at the Lorient Festival, Brittany, in 2017, which for me was a real pleasure, to get to know him both as a person and as a piper. I really enjoy his playing - such amazing natural talent! This fantastic new collection contains a wealth, not only of extremely well written tunes, but also arrangements which will appeal to pipers and pipe bands alike.
FRED MORRISON
PERFORMER & COMPOSER - SCOTLAND
Having spent some time reviewing this new publication I find it well laid out, informative and quite unique in its presentation. Topping that however is the quality of the compositions and arrangements which are outstanding. I have known Lincoln since he was very young and watched him develop his musical and writing skills over the years. In a very short time he has amassed a significant portfolio of compositions which others may not achieve in their lifetime. One of the stand out features of this book is the number of ready arrangements with harmonies. This will be of great use to bands who do not have an arranger within their ranks but wish to add something exciting to the concert repertoire. I recommend this new work and encourage everyone to include it as an essential part of their music library.
R.S. MACDONALD
ADJUDICATOR & COMPOSER - JAPAN
Lincoln Hilton's Ceal Beag Volume 1 is epic! His original compositions and arrangements are vast and cover all the bases and more. I can honestly say this pipe music book is one every piper should have in their collection. The tunes are highly original, extremely good fun to play, and every page turn results in yet more peaked interest! Lincoln is a testament to pushing the boundaries of what our instrument can do. I'm always very keen to see what new content he has uploaded and thoroughly enjoy listening to his material — what a way to wrap up his first decade of piping in such a monstrous format.
CHRIS ARMSTRONG
COMPOSER & P/M SCOTTISH POWER PIPE BAND (2006 - TO DATE) - SCOTLAND
Lincoln Hilton was inspired as a youngster by my Vale of Atholl Pipe Band and the genius that was my late brother Gordon. In 2021 we have turned full circle Lincoln is now the inspiration to young pipers and musicians. A phenomenal talent.
IAN DUNCAN
Adjudicator & P/M Vale of Atholl Pipe Band (1973 - 2000) - Scotland
As a music lover and piper, you should absolutely check out Ceol Beag! This book is a significant contribution to the piping community, encompassing Lincoln's first decade of music as a composer in a collection of works with over 150 tunes. Due to Lincoln's natural mastery of bagpipe playing and composition, his music has gained much attention internationally on social media and in both the solo and pipe band scenes. Each of his pieces tells a story with an uncompromising commitment to take the listener on a great journey of unexpected twists and turns. This multi-layered and expertly crafted book is sure to please both traditionalist and contemporary piping fans.
