Media Advisory - The Governor General and Commander-in-Chief's Military Tattoo

OTTAWA, May 12, 2016 /CNW/ - The public is invited to an afternoon of music, marching, pageantry and precision at the Governor General and Commander-in-Chief's Military Tattoo on Saturday, May 14, 2016, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Rideau Hall.

This exciting spectacle will feature Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) massed military bands, pipes and drums, highland dancers, a 100-person guard of honour and a 21-gun salute. The tattoo will also showcase historical re-enactments and Aboriginal cultural elements. The event is free of charge and will take place rain or shine.

Below is the sequence of events (approximate timings) and highlights:

2 p.m. – Opening Sequence

• March on of the Guard
• "Royal Salute," which includes a 21-gun salute
• The Governor General inspects the 100-person guard of honour
• The Governor General delivers remarks

2:25 p.m. – The Royal Military College Canada (RMCC) Sequence

• Pipes and drums
• Highland dancers
• Aboriginal cultural performance
• Historical re-enactment from Old 18 Historical Drill Team / Gun Run

3:05 p.m. – The Regimental Band of the Governor General's Foot Guards

• Music from Star Wars

3:15 p.m. – The Central Band of the Canadian Armed Forces

• Traditional and contemporary military music

3:30 p.m. – The Canadian Armed Forces Massed Brass and Reed Band

• Performance of "Snake Fence Country", a tribute to the late Canadian composer Howard Cable

3:40 p.m. – Finale Sequence

• March on of the Guard
• Massed bands
• Singing of "O Canada"
• "Royal Salute"

Members of the media wishing to cover the event are asked to confirm their attendance in advance with the Rideau Hall Press Office and to be on-site between 1:45 p.m. and 4 p.m.

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SOURCE Governor General of Canada

Media information: Josephine Laframboise, Rideau Hall Press Office, 613-990-9324, 613-668-1929 (cell), [email protected]