Steelband performers in Trinidad and Tobago (steeldrum’s birthplace) since 1950, have been represented by three organizations: the Steelbands Association, the National Association of Trinidad and Tobago Steelbandsmen (NATTS), and (now) Pan Trinbago.
Re: Steel Pan Blueprint For Success (Rough Draft Edit)
Hi to all,
Recently, a pan colleague asked me what were my ideas on what needs to be done to “revive the pan movement...” (as he put it). In relation to that question, I though
Prof Copeland did not invent PHI
By SEAN DOUGLAS Thursday, July 14 2011
THE idea of an electronic steel-pan was developed in 1994, said pan pioneer Garnet Broadbelt, who yesterday told Newsday he worked on such a project at York University, Toront
The year was 1949, and the music scene in America would never be the same. That is the year that Rudy King, aka 'Rock' and 'Rudolph Carter' - (to those who knew him as a young boy/man i
In July, 1951 the then Governor of Trinidad and Tobago, Sir Hubert Rance recommended that a steelband should represent the Colony at the Festival of Britain. The finest steelpan players were assembled under the misical director of Lt Joseph Griffith
The history of Steel pan in Saint Lucia dates much farther back than Saint Lucia’s independence, even farther than many today can recall vividly enough to attribute its introduction to any one individual. However vario
Mas Man Picks Up Los Angeles Award Selected for Special Screening in London
Global - Mas Man producer and director Dalton Narine (also a steelpan musician and historian) was presented the Best Director (Short Documentary) award by the Los Angeles In
St. Lucia, W.I. - Panorama is back, and with LIME’s support, it’s guaranteed to be one of the biggest and most spectacular pan extravaganzas to be staged in St Lucia for a long time.
Eight bands are down to perform at the event scheduled for Friday
The late Scipio ‘Sarge’ Sargeant at Basement Recordings’ studios in an exclusive 2003 WST interview. Sarge has been a significant figure on the music scene, co-arranging for Despers USA during their record 6 consecutive year-wins at the New York Pa
When Steel Talks extends Congratulations to Hell's Gates Steel Orchestra & their arranger, Khan Cordice- the 2011 Antigua and Barbuda Panorama Champions. Last year's champions, Halcyon came in 2nd; and in 3rd position, Harmonites
Ron Berridge, Caribbean Music Extraordinaire speaks on the Steelpan and More
Global - In an exclusive interview with When Steel Talks, musician great Ron Berridge shares his thoughts on Caribbean music and Pan. He is simply one of the most influent
I believe that we need to keep up with technology which will assist with moving pan forward. With applications like the #1 Steelpan App, it gives the world access to steelpan like it has never had before. These are positive steps towards educating th
Steelpan in the Sauna - a Scorcher of a Band Launch for Despers USA
New York, USA- Sizzling heat... streaming sweat... sauna-like conditions... and Steelbands. That was the combination within the 2011 band launch of Despers USA this past Saturday.
Setting the Mood - Moods Pan Groove Caribbean Food & Music Festival hits The Mark
New York, USA- Hmmm... Let’s see. If you were not at the annual Moods Pan Groove Caribbean Food and Music Festival in Brooklyn, New York - what exactly did you miss?
Antigua & Barbuda - The stage is set for the 2011 Antigua & Barbuda National Panorama competition. On Thursday 28th July, six steel orchestras - including newcomer East Vibes - will be taking part in the competition at Carnival City (Antigua’s Recre
102° in the Shade - Despers USA’s Launch Raises Steelpan Music Index
Brooklyn, New York- Bring your ‘A’ game or stay home. On the New York steelpan music scene anything less can result in your feelings getting hurt. Surrounded by cagey and knowled
Grenada - The Junior Panorama is back as part of the Children’s Carnival Frolic at the National Stadium in St. George’s, Grenada. On Saturday 30th July, six junior steel orchestras will be taking part in the competition. The panists, aged 6 through
St. Lucia, W.I. - Panorama is back, and with LIME’s support, it’s guaranteed to be one of the biggest and most spectacular pan extravaganzas to be staged in St Lucia for a long time.
Global - ....it was a seminal textbook on Phase II Pan Groove’s jazz harmony and language that provided a scholarship of sorts when he had turned 13.
