The biniou is a traditional Breton bagpipe from the region of Brittany in France. It is characterized by its distinctively high-pitched sound, produced by a double reed. The instrument typically consists of a chanter, which is played with the fingers, and a drone that provides a continuous pitch. Often associated with Breton folk music, the biniou is commonly played at festivals and cultural events. It is usually accompanied by other instruments, such as the bombarde, a type of woodwind instrument, creating a lively and energetic atmosphere in traditional Breton dances and celebrations.