Quote Originally Posted by isantop View Post
Our High School Wears Scottish uniforms, complete with kilts. I remember the parade of lights two years ago; lightweight kilts in 3 Degree F temperatures.

I have to admire the band for that, even if I am an orchestra kid!
Think about it. Many yards of fabric wrapped around the lower body core, and heavy socks to within a few inches of the garment. It's actually a pretty good heat storage unit - as opposed to polyester pants fitting tightly across the thighs. Congrats for being an orchestra kid. We are several generations of orchestra kids.