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Revisiting - Ronald Emrit Engineer, Historian, Panist, Educator

When Steel Talks continues its "Spotlight Series" of shedding light on people who have quietly made significant contributions to the steelband movement. Today we focus on Mr. Ronald Emrit whose work and contribution When Steel Talks recently hailed a

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Dr. Nyan Gadsby-Dolly no longer Trinidad & Tobago Minister of Culture

Trinidad & Tobago, W.I. - The government of Trinidad & Tobago has been sworn in.  Former Minister of Community Development and Culture Dr. Nyan Gadsby-Dolly is now the Minister of Education. The responsibility for the national Steelband art form was

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Anthony Pascal has passed

Anthony Pascal

Sunrise 05-30-1947 and Sunset 08-12-2020

 

A musical hermit, a natural talent, he was. Twin brother to Ann, big brother to Roy and Wayne, and favorite uncle to many. Born in T&T on 05-30-1947. He has been an inspiration for all of us t

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Happy Birthday to educator, teacher, arranger, songwriter and panist Damany James

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Denzil "Dimes" Fernandez - funeral service - Friday, August 14th, 2020.

The funeral service for the late Denzil "Dimes" Fernandez will be held at St. Margaret's Church in Belmont at 10:00am on Friday, August 14th, 2020.

About Denzil Fernandez

* Denzil Fernandez composed 15 songs and calypsoes for the steel pan, of whic

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PLAYING PAN WITH SAMANTHA “RISSA PAN” WILLIAMS

BY SHEKINAH ADE-GOLD

How did you become involved in playing the Steelpan?

“My Steelpan journey started in my second year at UWI Mona. I was casually walking pass Student’s Union and I heard Bob Marley’s “Natural Mystic” being played in the panyard,

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When The Force Is With You - CrossFire Steel Orchestra and National Geographic

Indeed, while the ruthless COVID-19 abruptly struck down and removed Martin “Dougie” Douglas from our realm - now through his ‘ascension’ his mark, impact, and positive “Force” continues to be felt.

Pan was his passion and his beloved CrossFire Stee

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Champion arranger David “Peck” Edwards has passed - Grenada

When Steel Talks extends condolences to the family and friends of arranger David “Peck” Edwards. He was an outstanding musician.

Passing of pan musician Peck Edwards

By Lincoln DePradine

Veteran Grenada pan musician and arranger, David “Peck’’ Edwar

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Global Deaths Due to Various Causes and COVID-19

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The way in which Notting Hill Carnival will still go ahead in August

My London -- by Thomas Kingsley;

The "alternative" event has been named "Notting Hill Carnival: Access All Areas"

Notting Hill Carnival will be hosted online for the first time (Image: © 2020 Collin Hills)

Notting Hill Carnival sadly won't be held

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In the Spotlight - David 'Peck' Edwards on Grenada and Pan

An exclusive interview with the late David "Peck" Edwards educator, musician, arranger and performing steelpan artist from Grenada

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Remembering Allan and Brandon Turner

Maryland, USA - On May 23, 2020 the world lost Allan Turner and just a mere 10 days later, his son Brandon Turner was taken from us unexpectedly.

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2020 International Pan Ramajay - Soloists, Duos, Quartets - FINALS Results - Complete

When Steel Talks extends congratulations to the organizer Exodus Steel Orchestra and all the contestants in the 2020 International Ramajay. You were outstanding.

2020 International Pan Ramajay - Soloists, Duos, Quartets - FINALS Results

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Treasurer of United States Steelband Association Inc (USSA) Resigns

Steelpan Music News

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When Steel Talks extends condolences to the family and friends of Mr Dennis "Tash" Ash & Desperadoes Steel Orchestra

Desperadoes Steel Orchestra legend Mr Dennis "Tash" Ash has passed.

The great Dennis “Tash” Ash on double seconds,
with the legendary Grammy award winner Ralph MacDonald on congas in Despers’ engine room.

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Pan Ramajay Preliminary Results

Here is the first look at Pan Ranajay semifinalist.

Soloists  -  Duets  -  Quartets
SOLOISTS (Preliminary results as listed by organizers)
364	Khan Cordice – Antigua & Barbuda
361	André White – USA
349	Khuent Rose – USA
342	Kareem Thompson –

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Plans announced for Brooklyn’s J’ouvert Parade 2020

          Plans announced for Brooklyn’s J’ouvert Parade 2020

 

Brooklyn, NY— J’Ouvert City International has announced its plans for the 2020 festival usually held in the pre-dawn hours every Labor Day. As our State, our nation and our world contin

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Condolences to the family and friends of "Beverly Fonrose" of Starlift Steel Orchestra

When Steel Talks extends condolences to family and friends of Beverly Fonrose of Starlift Steel Orchestra. You will be missed.

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Watch - Andre White - BEAT THE PANDEMIC SERIES! - Live stream!

BP Renegades Steel Orchestra

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UTT is now accepting applications for the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with a specialization in music

UTT is now accepting applications for the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with a specialization in music. Apply for a spot in our pan studio.

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