Pepe Francis is Chairman of the British Association of Steelbands
by Sharmain Baboolal Sunday, August 16 2015 - Trinidad & Tobago Newsday
Founding member and leader of London’s Ebony Steelband, Pepe Francis, says the International Conference on Pan
Read more…BROOKLYN - A steel drum ensemble that's been active in Brooklyn for generations may be nearing the end of its run.
The Metro Steel Orchestra is in desperate need of funds to remain in operation, according to members.
The ensemble is made up mostly of
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Caribbean Airlines Invaders Steel Orchestra having over half a century of experience and acclamation to its name, yesterday launched a week of celebrations marking its 75th anniversary.
The launch of the band, first known as “Oval Bo
Read more…London, UK - A “legendary” steel pan drummer is set to delight crowds with a performance of Mozart and Tchaikovsky- with a calypso twist- at a Harlesden Church this week.
Alfred Tote
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Newly-appointed Desperadoes manager Curtis Edwards said yesterday the East Port of Spain Development Corporation is assisting the celebrated steelband with construction of a ramp at its Upper Laventille Road (Laventille Shrine) base
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Trinidad All Stars on stage at International Panorama 2015Global - I took time out Sund
Trinidad All Stars Steel Orchestra wins the inaugural International Panorama. They also win the first place prize of USD $250,000 and the “World Steel Pan Trophy” designed by Kemal Manickchand.
| Points | Prize |
| Position - Points | Name of Band | Tune of Choice | Arranger(s) |
| 1st - 286 | Angel Harps Steel Orchestra | Tune In Dey Rukung Ku Tun Tun | James Clarkson |
| 2nd - 273 | Commancheros Steel Orchestra | Tune In Dey Rukung Ku Tun Tun | Andre Greenidge |
| 3rd - 269 | New Dim |
By MIRANDA LA ROSE Friday, August 7 2015 Trinidad Newsday
Canada-based musician Hameed Shaqq wants Trinidad and Tobago to recommend that one of steelpan’s pioneers, Anthony Williams, be nominated for a Nobel Laureate in Physics for being the first to
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After several weeks of nightly practising, one band will be crowned Champion Steelband of the World when the inaugural International Panorama competition comes off this Sunday at the Queen’s Park Savannah, Port-of-Spain.
Panyards thr
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France - France has had steelbands for several decades now. They were first adopted in the French West Indian community (from Martinique and Guadeloupe), and became more widespread since the 90s. However, beside a mailing list connecting most of the
Grenada’s annual National Panorama competition showcases Angel Harps, New Dimension, Pan Lovers, Florida All Stars, Grand Roy Pan Angels, Rainbow City All Stars, Commancheros and Pan Ossia steel orchestras. Time: 8:00 p.m. Venue: National Stadium St.
Read more…Twenty four (24) steel orchestras from across the globe have registered to participate in the first ever International Panorama.
The bands, twelve (12) local and twelve (12) from the Caribbean, United States of America, Canada, France, Japan , will c
Read more…BSO has got "Ah Feeling"
Brooklyn, New York, USA - Indeed nothing would have given the late great master arranger Clive Bradley greater joy than to lead a posse of his New York players from his Brooklyn orchestras, into the international Panorama i
Read more…1. Gunslingers – St. Martin
2. BP Renegades – Trinidad
3. NGC Steel Xplosion- Tobago
4. Calypsociation Steelband – France
5. Mosiac Steel Orchestra – USA...
6. Curepe Scherzado – Trinidad
7. Ebony Steelband Trust – England
8. Petrotrin Phase 11 Pan G
Pantime Steel Orchestra have been the most dominant force in Saint Lucia in recent times, as their three consecutive victories at the annual Panorama competition would attest. Now, the pan troupe is taking its talents to Trinidad and Tobago.
Founding
Read more…| International Conference on Pan – Day 1 – OPENING CEREMONY International Conference on PanQueens Hall, St Anns(by invitation only) |
The Opening Ceremony will be held at Queens Hall and will be followed by a Cocktail Reception | Tuesday 4th August, 201 |
| Country | Band | Tune | Arranger | Leader | ||
| 1 |  |
Trinidad & Tobago | Arima Golden Symphony Steel Orchestra | Ah Feeling | Terrance “BJ” Marcelle | Vernon Morancie |
| 2 | |
Trinidad & Tobago | Renegades Steel Orchestra | Like Ah Boss | Duvon |
International Conference and Pan (ICP) Youth Empowerment Within The Steel Pan Industry - Forum Agenda - See more at: http://www.panonthenet.com/news/2015/aug/youth-forum-agenda-8-2015.htm#sthash.9CdJPJ4j.dpuf
Read more…The prodigious dancer, choreographer, painter, designer and actor Geoffrey Holder, who died in October — but not before reportedly dancing on his deathbed — would have been 85 on Saturday. Lincoln Center Out of Doors hosted a day of events in his hon
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