Pan icon Mr. Robert Greenidge was honored by The Trini Posse of Conyers, Georgia, USA on May 26th, 2014. Mr. Greenidge was in town for a concert with The Jimmy Buffett Coral Reefer Band in Atlanta. In appreciation for the many years of his contribution to the Steel Pan World, Mr. Greenidge was awarded with a surprise gala hosted and organized by Miss Lynette "The Priestess" Rocke and Mr. Don Clarke of Atlanta, Georgia.
The event drew a large crowd of friends and supporters who were anxious to meet and shake hands with this musical genius, including Mr. Barnet "Preacher" Henry, calypso singer of the hit tune "Jump and Wine".
Plenty of good Trini foods were served along with Trini beverages. Most of the music played was from a collection of Robbie's greatest hits. A plaque was presented to Mr. Greenidge on behalf of The Trini Posse with the inscription "The Sweetest Hands on Pan".
Mr. Greenidge thanked the gathering for the surprise party and expressed his gratitude for the love showered on him.
May God Bless You, Robbie
"The Trini Posse"
May, 2014
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I am very happy to read the many comments about the "Gala" that was showered on Mr. Robert Greenidge.
God Almighty has given to man the gift of LIFE, then he has also given to all human beings the gift of many
talents. Some people chooses to do nothing worth while, others choose to exceed in areas that blows our
minds away. They are in a class by them selves, that's where Mr, Robert Greenidge stands when it comes
to playing the 'Steel Pan'. This is a gift from God. I know and admire many other great pan players the world
over, they also have that gift from the Creator above. What the 'Trini Posse' did in honoring Mr. Greenidge
was a small token of our Love and Appreciation for his contribution to this great art form 'The Steel Pan
music'.
Thanks again Robbie blessings and good health.
Nothing less could have been expected from a Priestess and A Don. ... Great way to honour a living legend. Nuff respect
Congratulations Robbie on that well deserved Honor! Hats off to Lynette Rocke and Don Clarke. Thanks Lynette "The Priestess" for the opportunity to speak to Robbie on this grand occasion.
What a lovely surprise ... and so very deserved. Congratulations Robbie!
This is the Priestess. When I first heard Robert's From The Heart CD, I was mesmerized. it is so beautiful. I travel with it. He absolutely deserved what we did for him. Wish we could've done more. He is also such a humble and beautiful soul. God Bless You Robbie.
Nothing but the best for the best. Nice gesture by the group, in appreciation of a great panist.
That was very nice for this group to show such appreciation. Robbie keep on keeping on. We enjoy all of your music.
Holly & Jenny