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Condolences to the family and friends of the great Ron Berridge on his passing
When Steel Talks extends condolences to the family and friends of the late great Ron Berridge. He was one of Trinidad and Tobago's greatest musicians. In addition he was one of Desperadoes Steel Orchestra's former arrangers, introduced to the band b
Read more…Rest In Peace -- Calypsonian Winston Soso has passed
On behalf of the Trinbago Unified Calypsonians Organisation (TUCO), we extend condolences to the calypso fraternity in St Vincent and the Grenadines, family, friends and loved ones on the passing of cultural giant Trevor Lo
Passing of an Icon - RIP -- Ursula Tudor... Desperadoes Steel Orchestra's First Lady of Pan
Ursula Tudor, Junior ‘Man’ Samuel, Anthony ‘Binks’ James
When Steel Talks extends our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the iconic Ms. Ursula Tudor of the legendary Desperadoes Steel Orchestra. She will be severely missed by the glob
Read more…Condolences to the family and friends of Panist and administrator Joey Horsford
When Steel Talks extends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Joey Horsford. He was an awesome bass player and an even greater person. His leadership, organizational skills and know-how are irreplaceable.
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Famed leader Milton “Wire” Austin of Fonclaire Steel Orchestra has passed
When Steel Talks extends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Milton "Wire" Austin - panist, manager and founding member of Fonclaire Steel Orchestra.
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Condolences to Curtis Lynch, family and friends on the passing of his Dad
When Steel Talks extends condolences to panist Curtis Lynch and his family and friends on the passing of his Dad. Curtis is the captain of CASYM Steel Orchestra.
Condolences to Garvin Blake on the passing of his Mother
When Steel Talks extends sincere condolences to panist/performing artist Garvin Blake, his family and friends, on the passing of his Mom on January 7, 2021.
Read more…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
Read more…NERVIN ‘TEACH’ SAUNDERS WAS A ‘GOOD ONE’ IF THERE EVER WAS ONE
by Andre Moses
I first met Nervin ‘Teach’ Saunders approximately 40 years ago. I was at the beginning of my teaching career and was assigned to St Augustine Secondary, and Teach was an Agricultural Science teacher there.
In 1980 St Augustine Second
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.
Read more…Panist Oscar Williams has passed
When Steel Talks extends our condolences to the family and friends of panist Oscar Williams, who passed away Thursday April 9, 2020.
Oscar and his brother Tony, founded Belmont Hi Larks Steel Orchestra in Trinidad. He also played in West Side Symp
Read more…Hansel “Hanny” Leon Remembered - by Garvin Blake
New York, USA - When Hansel “Hanny” Leon passed on March 25, 2020, Brooklyn lost a beat. He was the most tireless ironman I have ever heard. Hanny played his iron, a piece of metal that’s central to Trinidad’s music, anywhere, every
Read more…When Steel Talks extends condolences to the family and friends of Hugh Borde
The legendary Pan pioneer, panist and performing artist Hugh Borde has passed.
Read more…When Steel Talks extends condolences to the family and friends of Neville Jules & the Trinidad All Stars franchise
The legendary Mr. Jules has passed. He was an innovator, leader, musician, intellect and - a gentleman.
An authentic triple threat. Mr. Jules was a great supporter of When Steel Talks, and our mission. They don't make them like him anymore...
Read more…Funeral arrangements for pan tuner Patrick Worrell aka "Bele"
From Trevor Emanuel Cooper:
"This serves to inform all members of our Pan community that Patrick Worrell aka "Bele" died on Wednesday 13th November 2019. His funeral will held on Wednesday 20th November at the Belgrove's funeral establishment in the
Read more…Panist and Tuner -- Carl and Susan Chase, pillars of local arts, die by choice
The Weekly Packet
by Anne Berleant
Maine, USA - Carl and Susan Chase, longtime Brooksville residents and huge contributors to the local music and arts scene, died together in their home on October 27. The cause of death was suicide, according to the
Read more…Remembering the Quiet Queen of Pan - Glenda Gamory - A WST Reflective
Pan Community comes to celebrate the life of Glenda Gamory, President and founder of Pantonic Steel Orchestra
Brooklyn, New York, USA - On this late May 17 Spring evening, members of the New York steelband community and family and friends of Glenda
Read more…When Steel Talks extends condolences to the family and friends of Adrina Byam of New Dimension Steel Orchestra on her passing
Hello
The Pan fraternity just lost a player here in Grenada. Adrina Byam, a 4 Cello player with the New Dimension Steel Orchestra died today [February 23, 2019]. She would have also played with River Road Pan Wizards and also the Anglican High School
Read more…Pan Trinbago extends condolences and sympathies to the families and friends of Steve Achaiba and Kenrick Millinton
Pan Trinbago Inc T.C. joins with the national cultural community in mourning the passing of two steelpan veterans.
Steven “Steve” Achaiba and Kenrick “Parelle” Millington were both members of the south-based Hatters Steel Orchestra.
The former was
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