Additional bands to participate in Mash 2015 Steelband competition

[Pan Times]

Guyana Times

Guyana, S.A. - The Mashramani 2015 Steelband competitors are well ‘tuned’ with the vibes for the much awaited Steelband competition. This year’s competition comprises two categories; the school bands will add to the customary category; the large and regular ones.

At present, 11 school bands and five large bands have registered to participate in the competition, which will be held on February 8, at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall.

These school bands include Panwave Steelpan Academy, Bishops’ High, Christiansburg Wismar Secondary, North Ruimveldt Secondary, Lodge Secondary, Dolphin Secondary, Buxton Youth Band, Bartica Youth Band, Queen’s College, West Demerara Secondary and St. Rose’s High.

Meanwhile, in the large band category, five bands have registered, including the Guyana Police Force Band, Park Side Steel Orchestra, Guyana Defence Force Band, Buxton Pride and the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport Band.
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