What better way to celebrate 75 years of Band history than to get out onto the street and march like it’s 1999 (or 1959 or even 2019).
Don’t have an instrument? No problem. We’ve made a deal with Long & McQuade that will give Alumni 25% off any new rental between now and June 30, 2022. All you need to do is download the coupon and present it Long & McQuade when you book your rental. We are also quite fortunate to have the instruments for our percussion section sponsored by Yamaha thanks to Alumnus Steve Butterworth.
Want to march, but don’t want to play? You’re more than welcome to do just that. We’d like to have as many people participating in the parade as possible, whether that’s playing every note or just walking along (mostly) in step, we’re happy to have you.
What if I can’t walk the full route? There are plenty of options. If you’d like to be among the ranks and you use a mobility device, you can wheel or drive along. If you’d prefer a ride, we have a float available that will be right there with the Band.*
I’m already in the parade. Will there be a way for me to join the Alumni Band? Yes, of course. As in the past we will have a bus to take parade participants back from the end to the beginning so you can do it all over again.
What will the uniform be? Is it included? All costs for the events over the entire weekend are included in your registration. Everyone who registers before May 31 will receive a 75th Reunion hat to be worn during the parade. Those who register after May 31, may still be able to get a hat, but only while supplies last. We are not requiring a uniform top, but to give the Band a uniform look, we are asking that whatever you wear be navy blue. The style and colour of what you wear on the bottom is up to you.
What music will we be playing on parade? Marching music, of course. Exactly which pieces from the last 75 years will be featured is still being worked out. If you have a favourite you’d like to play, send your thought to Music Committee chair Sean MacNeil at: macneilsean713@gmail.com.
* If you would like to book a place on the float, please select a “General Admission with Trailer Seat for the Parade” ticket when you register.