The year is 1994 and Basement Recordings has again ventured out to capture the steelbands of New York in their panyards before panorama. On this night Basement captures noted Trinidad and Tobago musician Ulvin Belfast arrangement for Silhouettes Stee
400 Questions & Answers On Pan
1960 — Present
“400 Questions & Answers On Pan” is a rich resource that connects the threads between the history and accomplishments of the steelpan movement and its people.
Often, many of us wistfully wonder out lou
Lebanon - Double second steelpan musician Shawn Thwaites and his wife vocalist Sabreen Thwaites have been away from US shores since December 2008. The talented duo has been delighting audiences as they already have back home, but this time around whi
New York - Steelband arranger and guitarist Scipio Sargeant passed away earlier today. SCIPIO “Skip” or “Sarge” Sargeant was born in Trinidad. At an early age he distinguished himself as one of the top musicians in his home country. As co-arranger fo
Why are we complaining about the Judging for Panorama! I have been told by associates of Pantrinbago, that many Steel Orchestras do not attend the meetings that are scheduled by Pantrinbago. We blame Patrick Arnold and Pantrinbago for everything, whe
How does a steelpan artist go about covering a song performed by a previous artist? For example I want to record a song that was composed by John A. Doe; do I contact John A. Doe directly, seeking his permission? Do I contact his record label? or his
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
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
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 -
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
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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
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
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
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
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
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.
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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
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.
“400 Questions & Answers On Pan” is a rich resource that connects the threads between the history and accomplishments of the steelpan movement and its people.
Often, many of us wistfully wonder out lou
Lebanon - Double second steelpan musician Shawn Thwaites and his wife vocalist Sabreen Thwaites have been away from US shores since December 2008. The talented duo has been delighting audiences as they already have back home, but this time around whi
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