BAGPIPES welcomed US megastar Taylor Swift to Scotland with a highland rendition of her hit song Love Story.
As the first UK leg on her sold out Eras tour, Edinburgh residents rolled out the welcome mat in the best way they know how.
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Paying homage to her Scottish ancestry, eight highland bagpipers and three drummers took to their instruments just outside Murrayfield stadium, and tooted out the tune to Taylor’s early hit.
With performances taking place in the Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium from 7th to 9th June, the venue has aptly been renamed Scottish Lass to greet the American singer.
The Reel Time Pipe Band, who have played all over the world and for audiences including The Royal Family, prepared with 32 hours of rehearsal to deliver the melody.
The 11-piece band wore specially sequined kilts for the occasion.
Frontman of the band, Pipe Major Roddy Deans, said: “Lots of Taylor’s tunes translate surprisingly well to traditional Scottish instruments.
“We’re all huge music fans, so we were delighted to help welcome Taylor to Scotland in the best way we know how.
“It’s been a lot of fun recreating Love Story on the bagpipes and putting this ensemble together.”
The Sun previously revealed how Taylor’s 15 UK shows are expected to boost the country’s coffers by almost £1billion.
Fans are expected to fork out a massive £848 on average to see Taylor when she plays at venues across the country, including eight huge nights at Wembley stadium.
According to experts at Barclays bank, Swifties will splash the cash like crazy when Tay finally comes to town, forking out on things such as a hotel for the night, travel, new outfits, drinks and even pre-show parties.
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