Minnesota pipebands united for Pride

Minnesota Pipes and Drums is proud to sponsor the first-ever "Minnesota Pipebands United for Pride" performance at the Twin Cities Pride Parade!

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We believe every parade is made better by the sound of a bagpipe band — and the Twin Cities Pride Parade deserves nothing less. But more importantly, we're here because it matters. Recent events have reminded us that now, more than ever, it's vital to come together and stand against discrimination, bullying, and hate in all forms. This is one small way we can show our support for the LGBTQ+ community — both within the piping world and beyond.

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There is strong support among Minnesota’s pipe band community to stand as proud LGBTQ+ members and allies. We’re joining forces with musicians from Brian Boru Irish Pipe Band, Macalester College, Twin Cities Metro, the Minnesota Piobaireachd Society, and more, to march in solidarity and celebration.

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As part of our ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we also hope that showing up at Pride sparks more opportunities for LGBTQ+ individuals to engage with and access the world of piping and drumming. We believe music should be for everyone.

This is our first time marching in Pride — and we hope it's the start of a lasting tradition.

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