Laurier Percussion Alumni Celebration

Laurier’s Faculty of Music is proud to host the Laurier Alumni Percussion Celebration and the inaugural performance of the Laurier Alumni Percussion Ensemble! This event will take place in the newly renovated Savvas Chamberlain Music Building and will also recognize the teaching contribution of longtime percussion instructor Dave Campion as he celebrates his retirement. The concert will feature members of the Toronto Percussion Ensemble as special guests!

Registration is now open to percussion alum to participate in a weekend full of reconnection with old friends over good food and great music making! Rehearsals for Alumni Percussion Ensemble chamber groups will take place all day on Saturday, November 30th and rehearsal for the mass piece will take place the morning of Sunday, December 1st. Please indicate your preferred participation option when registering.

Registration for this event closes on Nov 15 at 11:59 p.m.

Saturday

• 9:00-9:45 a.m.: Check-in (Mezz)
• 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Alumni Rehearsal (RH/M3018)
• 1:30-4:00 p.m.: Alumni Rehearsal (TA/M3018)
• 6:00 p.m.: Dinner at Huether (own expense)

Sunday

• 8:30-9:15 a.m.: Check-in (Mezz)
• 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Full Dress Rehearsal (RH)
• 2:30 p.m.: Doors
• 3:00 p.m.: Concert (RH)
• ca. 4:30p.m.: Post-Concert Reception (Veritas)

To attend any Faculty of Music event, please reserve your tickets online through Eventbrite. If you need assistance reserving a ticket, please email us at [email protected].

Ticket pricing is as follows for this event:

1. Laurier Percussion Alumni Celebration – PERFORMING with Alumni Percussion Ensemble ($50)

• Participation in the Alumni Percussion Ensemble
• Additional Ticket to the Concert (if required)
• Post-Concert Reception + Drink Ticket
• Laurier Alumni Gift Bag
• Contribution towards retirement gift for Dave Campion
• Entry into the draw for swag

2. Laurier Percussion Alumni Celebration – NOT PERFORMING with Alumni Percussion Ensemble ($50)

• Additional Ticket to the Concert (if required)
• Post-Concert Reception + Drink Ticket
• Laurier Alumni Gift Bag
• Contribution towards retirement gift for Dave Campion
• Entry into the draw for swag

3. Contribution ONLY to Retirement Gift – NOT Attending ($20)

If your plans change and you're unable to attend, kindly cancel your ticket, even if it's a complimentary or free ticket. This will open up the seat for others eager to join. Instructions for canceling free tickets can be found here.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Maureen Forrester Recital Hall, 75 University Avenue, Waterloo, Canada