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: Despite being summoned to Edinburgh Castle and initially criticized for "demeaning the bagpipes" with a popular hymn, the Pipe Major's arrangement became a massive hit.

: The arrangement was inspired by a 1970 a cappella version by American folk singer Judy Collins . : Despite being summoned to Edinburgh Castle and

: The recording was made at Redford Barracks in 1971 to commemorate the amalgamation of the 3rd Carabiniers and the Royal Scots Greys . : This specific version is largely credited with

: This specific version is largely credited with creating the modern association between bagpipes and "Amazing Grace," which is now a standard at funerals and memorial services worldwide. Musical Origins It sold over seven million copies by 1977

: The track reached No. 1 in the UK, Ireland, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and South Africa. It sold over seven million copies by 1977.