The Laurentian University Pipe Band and the official university tartan were formally launched by Laurentian president Dr. Judith Woodsworth during  spring convocation on Tuesday, May 29, 2007. For the first time, the university’s very own Pipe Band will lead the procession of graduates and dignitaries.

 

Laurentian is one of the first universities in Ontario to design its own tartan, after Queen’s. The Laurentian University kilt is designed with the colours of the university’s crest (blue and gold) and incorporates the Ramsay (Scottish spelling) family tartan. Laurentian is also only the third post-secondary institution in Ontario to have its own pipe band, along with Queen’s University and Royal Military College.

 

The Pipe Band was initiated in September 2006 by third-year music student David Young, with the support of the President’s office, and started rehearsing in December 2006. With 12 active pipers and drummers, the band is comprised of students, faculty and community members who are interested in promoting their Scottish heritage and serving as musical ambassadors for Laurentian University.

 

If you would like more information about the Laurentian University Pipe Band or would like to book the band or pipers for an event, please contact David Young at (705) 626-2601 or email pipeband@laurentian.ca. Experienced bagpipers or drummers are invited to attend band practices at the Alphonse Raymond Building every Sunday in the cafeteria from 6:30PM to 9PM.

 
 
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