Abstract: A method of forming a chanter (100) suitable for use with a bagpipe is provided. The method includes applying a first material (132) about an outer surface (130) of a mold (102) and attaching a first fitting (134) to the first material. The method further includes attaching a second fitting (152) to the first material at a selected separation distance from the first fitting to form a unitary body (166) and removing of the unitary body from the mold. A mold (102) used in forming a chanter (100) of a bagpipe is also provided. The mold includes a first tapered portion (104) having an outer surface and a second tapered portion (106) having an outer surface. At least a portion of the outer surfaces of the first and second tapered portions collectively form at least a portion of a shape of an inner longitudinally oriented air passageway of a chanter.