Clive Bradley: The man who helped shape the musical direction of Panorama -- by Knolly Moses

Global - “His preferred drink is rum and coke, though he sips a beer in the pan tent this particular night. Standing a slight five feet three inches in sandals, he peers through round, brown glasses. Cigarette smoke punctuates every word of his flat

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EDITORIAL - Pan Trinbago’s opportunity

Newsday editorial

Photo courtesy Pixabay

PAN Trinbago president Beverley Ramsey-Moore announced on the weekend that the organisation will host at least four virtual events over the next few weeks.

The organisation has sensibly chosen to partner wit

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The Sad Truth Behind 'The Lion Sleeps Tonight' | DefinitelyOwen

There is an interesting story behind the origins of one of the most successful pop songs ever: The Lion Sleeps Tonight. I'm here to retell a journey that spans multiple continents, several decades, and millions of dollars. Fun Fact, this story has be

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In Remembrance of Panman Andre Boldan

In Remembrance of Panman Andre Boldan

Trinidad & Tobago, W.I. -  Blessed with exceptional music talent, the late panman Andre Boldan was held in great regard by many; he was essentially the consummate self-taught community musician.  He was born on

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Condolences to Akua Leith on the passing of his father Derrick Thomas

On the passing of his dad (Derrick Thomas aka Ansa Back) - When Steel Talks extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Akua Leith -  the Trinidad and Tobago Artistic Director and Conductor of the National Steel Symphony Orchestra

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Pandemic Pains and Pan

by Wesley Gibbings

Trinidad & Tobago, W.I. -  There are echoes that haunt panyards. You won’t know about this unless you have entered one and stood behind a pan. So, do not call the police if you see me passing such premises slowly in my car, windo

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Remembering Jomo Wahtuse - Inventor of world’s largest steelpan

Remembering Jomo Wahtuse - Inventor of world’s largest steelpan

by Simeon Sandiford

Global - ....

“Is Calypso a dying art form and why has the Steelpan, created there by master craftsmen in the 20th century, not been officially proclaimed in Parlia

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Condolences to Codrington Pan Family

When Steel Talks extends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of the Codrington Pan Family; on the passing of the matriarch of the family, Karen Codrington.

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Clive Bradley, the Teacher WST Pan-photography

Clive Bradley, the Teacher

WST Pan-photography

New York, USA - They’re never too young, and Master Clive Bradley is ever the teacher.

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When You Waiting For Carnival To Come Back

A Moment in Pan

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Congratulations to Joshua Regrello - captain of Skiffle Steel Orchestra (PRANK 101...)

Congratulations... From When Steel Talks

Or not....  (Prank 101)

Click for video on 'the reveal'

SKIFFLE STEEL ORCHESTRA

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Remembering the legendary Clive Bradley

Global - Clive Bradley is one of the greatest musicians of his day. His music defines an era and a people. Moreover his genius continues to inspire, enchant and educate future musicians to achieve uncommon excellence.

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Remembering Albert “Doggie” Cox - Grenada steelpan icon

Remembering Albert “Doggie” Cox - Grenada steelpan icon

by Zavid Seales

Grenada - ....Albert “Doggie” Cox came back to play with Angel Harps and was a member of the Double Second section of the steel orchestra for many years at Panorama. His last ma

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Happy Birthday to Mack Scott (Sonatas Steel Orchestra) - January 8

Happy Birthday to Mack!!  From When Steel Talks  

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WE GOT MARRIED PRANK WENT VIRAL! (WE WON THE INTERNET!)

It's a joke! (made a YT vid about it thooo

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More -- “Bradley’s Kids” WST Pan-photography

Brooklyn, New York, USA - Just a few more of the pride and joy of master musician Clive Bradley -- “Bradley’s Kids” - Pantonic Steel Orchestra.

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Columbus Lie -- As told by the Might Shadow

The Might Shadow explains the lie of Christopher Columbus

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Meet Earle Wong - Tuner, Recording Artist, Educator, Panist and Engineer

Global - “If I do have a blueprint, it is embedded in my head. The younger tuners today have a more systematic approach with actual measurements. Older tuners still eyeball a lot of the steps. In today’s world, we have a lot of specialization where

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Education Catalyst for the Creative Sector

by Sunity Maharaj

Trinidad & Tobago, W.I. - ....We talk ad nauseum about a future built on innovation but keep missing the dirty tricks that history has played in bequeathing us the legacy of an economy where it is possible to become a multi-million

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CLACC-C OFFERS VIRTUAL STEEL PAN WORKSHOPS

Additional programming slated for Fall 2020

(Brooklyn, NY July 27, 2020) It seems everything is virtual these days thanks to COVID-19,
and education courses are no exception. The Carlos Lezama Archives and Caribbean
Cultural Center (CLACC-C) has met th

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