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Mike Turpie is raising money for Down's Syndrome Scotland

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playing the bagpipes for an hour on the fourth plinth in Trafalgar Square as part of Antony Gormley's public art project "One & Other" · 11 August 2009

Our vision is that society fully accepts and includes people with Ds. We support families and people with Ds to reach their fullest potential by providing a range of services, influencing public policy and by changing attitudes. We urgently need funding to help families who are struggling right now.

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Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.

On Tuesday Aug 11th at 7am, I'll take to the stage on the 4th plinth, Trafalgar Square, London with my bagpipes as part of the 'oneandother' public art event. www.oneandother.co.uk/participants/Mike_T 

I am a musician and artist ,facinated by the concept of becoming a living statue in such a famous location. I feel the experience will bring out my talents as a performer on the Highland bagpipes against the backdrop of the National Gallery where I gain much inspiration as a painter. I intend to wear full highland dress and give a soothing wake up call to the pigeons by playing some beautiful Scottish airs on my national instrument.

The trip is self funded so all money raised will go to Down's Syndrome Scotland.

You can also check out my blog if you like which carries stuff about my artwork and music on www.miketurpie.com

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All the best

Slainte

Mike

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