Austin Amestoy / Montana Kaimin
The glistening steel pans quieted and their players bowed and left the stage, but thunderous applause and a standing ovation from an audience 200 strong brought the Islanders Steel Band back for one more song.
Saturday evening, Dennison Theatre was transformed into a tropical getaway, and a partying vibe infected musicians and audience members alike.
“Everyone has a blast, and that’s kind of what it’s all about,” said sophomore Willie Baltz.
The University of Montana’s premier steel pan ensemble, the Islanders, closed out the 2020 Spring Percussion Concert in style, dancing and two-stepping onstage and leaving their audience wearing wide smiles.
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