Andy Akiho rewrites script for the steelpan instrument at the Manhattan School of Music
New York, USA - There have been many, many great musical moments in the history of New York and this past Friday another great moment occurred at the prestigious
Summit of cultural mimicry and disgrace Pan Trinbago president Patrick Arnold said, “It was quite disappointing that persons were placed there (Friday’s opening ceremony) to mimic steelband. “Can you imagine in the land where steelband was invented
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Trinidad & Tobago, W.I. - Trinidad and Tobago missed a golden opportunity to ‘sell’ steelband to the visiting heads of states who came for the 5th Summit of the Americas. Try to imagine the level of publicity that could have been generated if we had
Illinois, USA - This past weekend while members of When Steel Talks (WST) took in the NBA broadcast on cable television, we were equally pleased to tune into the internet broadcast of NIU (Northern Illinois University) Steelband’s annual Spring conce
Pan vs DJ is there a fight I believe not It just take a little more control measures to ensure that pan plays during the time and space DJ's would have to woefully await any lull to compensate for music lost
Read more…New York, USA - Musician, performer, composer and educator Andy Akiho does not rest when it comes to the thrill of his life - music. Well-versed on chamber and conventional orchestra instruments, he has a special passion for his primary instrument -
Read more…Austin, Texas - The 12th annual Inside Out Steelband Festival featured Leon “Foster” Thomas performing his original music last week at the One World Theatre in Austin, Texas. This event showcased steelbands from McCallum High School, Covington Middl
Read more…http://www.tntreview.com/?p=427 JUDGING THE JUDGES Trinidad and Tobago Review Posted on 10 April 2009 One of the practices that really irked me was the awarding of .5 of a point by some judges. As you will see, there are a few judges who, for no a
Read more…Today is the birthday of steelpan great Robert Greenidge. You can wish him a happy birthday on his profile. https://whensteeltalks.ning.com/profile/robertgreenidge
Read more…Newark, Delaware Saturday April 25, 2009 Saturday marked the celebration of the first annual Delaware Steel Band festival held at the University of Delaware in Newark. Associate Professor and Percussion Department Head Harvey Price organized the even
Read more…Pan In The 21st Century Listen to, and chat about - Pan In The 21st Century as it happens tonight Wednesday April 15 in Trinidad! https://whensteeltalks.ning.com/page/i955fm-in-trinidad. Show begins 8:00 p.m. EST Full review
Read more…In recognition of "Earth Week 2009" When Steel Talks is pleased to feature a live performance of the song 'Mother Earth Crying' by Trinidadian calypsonian Timothy Watkins aka "The Baron." Baron has penned and recorded some of the most popular and mem
Read more…Illinois, USA - Clifford Alexis, a Trinidadian born, employed at Northern Illinois University, was selected to receive an Outstanding Service Award for Staff for the year 2009. He has been employed with NIU for the past 22 years and at present he is
Read more…Pan in the 21st Century Limited Edition CD definitely One to Own. Pan music lovers have the option of reliving the Pan in the 21st Century 2009 Finals through the just released Limited Edition CD. visit us @ www.panapparels.com
Read more…Pan music lovers have the option of reliving the Pan in the 21st Century 2009 Finals through the Limited Edition CD. Recorded “live” at the Queen’s Park Savannah, Port of Spain, Trinidad, by KMP Music Lab, the new CD contains 12 tracks and 72 minute
Read more…I found an old vinyl recording of CARNIVAL EXPERIENCE by Byron Lee and the Dragonaires which credits Clive Bradley. My question is : is this our well-known pan arranger? If so I'm very glad I bought it! Thanks for your help.
Read more…this year pan was the best i played with alot of bands and also gained alot
Read more…Maryland, USA - If you're looking for a ‘Pantastic’ way to celebrate the Memorial weekend this year, then saddle up and head to Pan Masters Steel Orchestra’s 11th annual Pan Jamboree, coming off on Sunday April 24 in North Brentwood, Maryland. Known
Read more…Did anyone attend the summit events? If so, how was it? Were there any major steelpan performances?
Read more…Does anyone know how to get in touch with Leon "smooth" Edwards?
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