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Welcome!
The Robert Malcolm Memorial Pipe Band is named after Robert Barbulak and Malcolm Bokenfohr, two dedicated members of the Simon Fraser University Pipe Band, who were killed in an automobile accident not of their cause in November 1993. The RMM band was formed in January 1994 to continue the development of talented and dedicated players, as Rob and Malcolm were.
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SFU Partnership Camps
SFU operates a range of camps in partnership with various community
organizations and professionals, following the same general
administration procedures as all SFU camps. With the partner camps
staffing is provided by their organization using SFU facilities. May
include recreation time and SFU Camps program t-shirts.
Learn the Bagpipes (8–13 years)
Taught by members of the World Champion SFU Pipe Band, this Camp
teaches the basics of playing the Scottish bagpipes. On practice
chanters, students will learn how to play the scale, grace notes, and
embellishments, leading to a couple simple tunes. Students will also
learn about parts of the bagpipes and the reeds that produce the various
sounds. Practice chanters will be provided on loan or for separate
purchase. Students interested in further instruction may join the SFU
Junior pipe band in September.
Learn Scottish Snare Drumming
Taught by members of the World Champion SFU Pipe Band, this Camp
teaches the basics of playing the Scottish snare drums. Using practice
pads and drumsticks, students will learn how to correctly hold and
maneuver the sticks, play basic hand-to-hand taps and simple rudiments,
leading to a couple simple scores. Students will also learn about parts
of the Scottish snare drum and how its sound is created. Practice pads
and sticks will be provided on loan or for separate purchase. Students
interested in further instruction may join the SFU Junior pipe band in
September. Closing date for registering is June 22.
CLICK FOR INFORMATION
Camps Registration Office
*For all camp inquiries
Tel: 778.782.4965
Fax: 778.782.3425
Email: camps@sfu.ca
- Follow the RMM Pipe Band's events at our photo site.
- The RMM Pipe Band would like to thank our those supporters who came by the Band Garage Sale in Langley on May 2, 2009. A lot of great deals, music and fun was had by all with proceeds going to the band's Scotland trip in August.
- The Robert Malcolm Memorial 2008/2009 Pipe Band season is well underway at the Burnaby Mountain Campus of Simon Fraser University.
Under the direction of the five-time world champion SFU Pipe Band, the RMM Junior band program offers youth ages 6-17 years the opportunity to learn bagpipes, side, tenor and bass drums.
Come be a part of the 10-time world pipe band championship titled program and part of the SFU/RMM team! Contact robwatt@rmmpipeband.com for further details on how to join the band.
- The RMM Pipe Band would like to thank everyone who attended our Robbie Burns dinner on Friday January 23rd. Your support made the event an overwhelming success.
The band would also like to recognize the following individuals and or companies for their silent auction donations and financial contributions: Asahi Restaurant, Avonlea Communications, Billboard Worldwide Promotions, Caves Family, Central One Credit Union, City of Burnaby, City of Coquitlam, The City of Regina Pipe Band, Clancy's Gourmet Meats, Colin Lee, Dixon Scott and Family, Donald and Marilyn Scott and Family, Dowco Consultants, Executive Inn, Galileo Lighting, Gerry's Vintners, Gillnetter Pub, Greg Gustafson, Haddon Family, Harken Towing, Helen Ward and Family, Inlet Wellness Gallery, Heather Jolley, Jack Lee, Terry Lee, John Lakes and Family, Longstaffe Chiropractic, Mark Vickars, McLean Family, Mt. Lehman CU, Potter Family, Rick Yonge, Robertson Family, Ron Warkman, Saverio Schiralli Agencies, Simon Fraser University, SFU Pipe Band, Shakespeare Festival, Shaunna Hilder (L'Oreal Beauty products), Stepping Stones Bakery, Talon Helicopters, Tartantown, Techy Family, Timothy Rasmussen, Westminster Savings plus numerous unnamed benefactors and supporters of the SFU Pipe Band Organization.
- Congratulations to the SFU Pipe Band on its 2008 World Championship win, the 5th World Pipe Band Championship title since the band was formed in 1981.
Visit www.sfupipeband.com and www.sfutube.com for further details about the band's win and to view the performances.
Calendar
June 6, 2009: Bellingham Highland Games – www.bhga.org
June 13, 2009: Sons of Scotland Highland Games: Tsawwassen, BC
June 27, 2009: BC Highland Games (Coquitlam, BC) www.bchighlandgames.com
July 5- July 10: Piping Hot Summer Drummer – SilverStar Resort - www.phsd.net
July 11, 2009: Kamloops Highland Games – www.kamloopshighlandgames.com
July 12 – July 17: Piping Hot Summer Drummer – SilverStar Resort - www.phsd.net - - download brochure
July 25 & 26, 2009: Seattle Scottish Highland Games: Enumclaw, Wash. USA www.sshga.org
August 9, 2009: Perth Highland Games – Perth, UK - www.highlandgames.org.uk.
August 10, 2009: Piping Live - George Square - Glasgow, UK See www.pipingfestival.co.uk for our performance time.
August 15, 2009: World Pipe Band Championships – Glasgow, U.K. www.theworlds.co.uk & www.rspba.com
August 16, 2009: Crieff Highland Gathering – Crieff, U.K. www.crieffhighlandgathering.com
August 22, 2009: Bute Highland Games – Rothesay, U.K. www.butehighlandgames.org.uk
August 29, 2009: Cowal Highland Gathering – Dunoon, U.K. www.cowalgathering.com
RMM resumes its fall programs at Simon Fraser University in mid September 2009.
To join the Beginner Instrument Program for bagpipe chanter, side, tenor and bass drumming or one of the juvenile aged bands, email robwatt@rmmpipeband.com.
During the month of August only – please send emails c/o rmmpb@yahoo.ca
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