Classical Steel
Produced and Directed by John E. H. Barry
Trinidad and Tobago Film Festival
Saturday 24th September, 1pm at
Sunday 2nd October 11am
Movie Towne, Port of Spain
This documentary film looks at the steelband in the role of symphony orchestra, and explores the global spread of the steelband movement and the acceptance of the steelpan as a legitimate musical instrument. The film is driven by the viewpoints of Ray Holman, Anne Fridal, Desmond Waithe, Junior Pouchet, Dr. Jeannine Remy, Edward Cumberbatch, Anthony Williams, Merle Albino de Coteau, Pelham Goddard, Dr. Kim Johnson, Liam Teague, Patrick Arnold and the late Dr. Pat Bishop.
Tickets are $25.
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