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Steelpan Evolution Workshop

Get ready to experience the history and evolution of the steel pan instrument at our workshop on July 8th, 2023 at 2:30 PM!
This is a FREE event. However, we appreciate your continued support in making a donation at your discretion by acquiring your ticket here:…
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Added by Sean Thomas on June 25, 2023 at 8:54pm — No Comments

PAN JAZZ FOR BEGINNERS LESSON 3

Greetings my PAN JAZZ COMMUNITY, Here are the key takeaways from this lesson 3:

1. Practice the C Major scale from the Tonic-7th and 7th-Tonic starting on beat 3

2. Pay attention to the different feel between triplet rhythms and eighth/sixteenth notes

3. Finally, pay attention to the application of the C Major scale to triplets and eighth/sixteenth notes.

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Added by Sean Thomas on June 21, 2023 at 12:58pm — No Comments

PAN JAZZ FOR BEGINNERS LESSON2

Greetings my PAN JAZZ COMMUNITY,

Here are the key takeaways from this lesson2:

1. Practice the C Major scale from the Tonic-7th and 7th-Tonic starting on beat 2

2. Pay attention to the different feel between triplet rhythms and eighth/sixteenth notes

3. Finally, pay attention to the application of the C Major scale to triplets and eighth/sixteenth notes.

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Added by Sean Thomas on May 9, 2023 at 8:39pm — No Comments

OSO STEEL ORCHESTRA DRUMMING UP SUPPORT

Stay in the know with Ocala Steel Orchestra 501(c)(3) organization
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Added by Sean Thomas on April 22, 2023 at 7:57am — No Comments

PAN JAZZ FOR BEGINNERS LESSON1

Greetings my PAN JAZZ COMMUNITY, I would like to share with you the key takeaways from this lesson. The lesson covers essential techniques for practicing the C Major scale and developing your skills in feeling triplet rhythms and eighth/sixteenth notes etc. Here are the key takeaways from the lesson:

1. You will learn how to practice the C Major scale from the Tonic-7th and 7th-Tonic. Practicing scales in this way helps to reinforce your understanding of the notes…

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Added by Sean Thomas on April 17, 2023 at 9:00am — No Comments

PAN JAZZ COMMUNITY

Join the Pan Jazz Community and get ready for the first "Pan Jazz for Beginners" video to learn how to play America's cultural music-jazz . Click on the link below for further details:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WdiPvO6AsTs&t=1shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WdiPvO6AsTs&t=1s…

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Added by Sean Thomas on April 3, 2023 at 9:04am — No Comments

OCALA STEEL ORCHESTRA INC UPDATE4

We have obtained our 501(c)(3) status and are now ready to seek grants and sponsorships for our organization. Our goal is to host educational workshops and purchase steelpan instruments etc.

Additionally, we invite you to mark your calendars for the International Jazz, Art & Blues Fest Ocala on April 30th, located at Tuscawilla Park, 829 NE Sanchez Ave, downtown Ocala, FL 34470.

We are also excited to announce that our website,…

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Added by Sean Thomas on March 18, 2023 at 1:24pm — No Comments

THE FIRST STEELPAN PODCAST INTRO

"Swing Swing Blues" is an original composition written by Sean Thomas and played on double seconds steel pans. It serves as the first steelpan podcast intro on the Ocala Arts & Entertainment Podcast, which was founded and is hosted by Sean Thomas himself. The recording also features the talented bassist Brandi Disterheft and Lawrence Leathers on drums. With its unique sound, the composition showcases Sean's exceptional skills and creativity as a steelpan musician. This intro adds a…

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Added by Sean Thomas on March 5, 2023 at 9:30pm — No Comments

OCALA STEEL ORCHESTRA INC UPDATE3

We've received our solicitation confirmation letter from Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. REGISTRATION#: CH71147.

Up next - 501(c)(3) status and onboarding of directors. Stay tuned for our upcoming fundraiser event scheduled for April 30th for International Jazz, Art & Blues Fest Ocala, Tuscawilla Park, 829 NE Sanchez Ave, Ocala, FL 34470, downtown Ocala FL.

Our website that's being built is…

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Added by Sean Thomas on March 3, 2023 at 8:00am — No Comments

Trinidad National Steelpan Panorama Finals

The Ocala Steel Orchestra Inc. is proud to present the live coverage of the Trinidad & Tobago National Steel Pan Panorama Finals, taking place at the picturesque Corkscrew Winery & Brewery in Ocala, Florida. This exciting event offers a unique opportunity to connect with other fans of steel pan…
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Added by Sean Thomas on February 18, 2023 at 7:00pm — No Comments

OCALA STEEL ORCHESTRA INC UPDATE2

Ocala Steel Orchestra Inc, update. We've received our Articles of Incorporation and EIN. Our directors have been installed and are dedicated towards leading the Ocala Steel Orchestra Inc. into the future.

These directors bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the table and we are confident they will help guide our organization to new heights.

Stay tuned for upcoming events scheduled for Feb 18th at the Corkscrew Winery & Brewery…

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Added by Sean Thomas on February 10, 2023 at 5:04pm — No Comments

TRINIDAD GREATEST CALYPSO STANDARDS FOR ALL MUSICIANS TO LEARN

Learn to play Trinidad & Tobago's greatest Calypso standards from the first published Calypso Real Book
Go to the book here: https://a.co/d/i83fiBC

Added by Sean Thomas on February 2, 2023 at 1:00pm — No Comments

OCALA STEEL ORCHESTRA INC UPDATE1

Ocala Steel Orchestra Inc, update on our first meeting. We successfully elected a group of dedicated and talented directors who will be leading the Ocala Steel Orchestra Inc. into the future. These directors bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the table and we are confident they will help guide our organization to new heights.

Stay tuned for upcoming events scheduled for Feb 18th at the Corkscrew Winery & Brewery downtown Ocala and April 30th for…

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Added by Sean Thomas on February 2, 2023 at 9:34am — No Comments

Island Jazz Chat with Leon 'Foster' Thomas

Island Jazz Chat is a Jazz in the Islands podcast featuring conversations with Caribbean jazz and panjazz musicians based in the islands and the diaspora. For more, click here.…

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Added by Nigel Campbell on January 11, 2023 at 10:19pm — No Comments

Pan on D’ Run

A tribute to Starlift & Ray Holman

Lyrics By Henry O. Miller.   https://henryomiller.com

 

THE PEOPLE SAY THAT WE BEATING SWEET

HAVE PEOPLE WILD IN THE STREETS

NOW PANMEN WANT TO DICTATE

WHAT ALL STEETBANDS SHOULD BEAT

 

WOMEN SHAKING WAISE

GOING CRAZY IN THE PLACE

STILL, THEY MASH-UP WE TENOR

AND DESTROYED WE…

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Added by Henry Miller on October 9, 2022 at 2:15pm — No Comments

Island Jazz Chat with Andy Narell

Island Jazz Chat is a Jazz in the Islands podcast featuring conversations with Caribbean jazz and panjazz musicians based in the islands and the diaspora. For more, click here.

Andy Narell, globe-trotting and pioneering…

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Added by Nigel Campbell on September 26, 2022 at 6:42pm — No Comments

Island Jazz Chat with Victor Provost

Island Jazz Chat is a Jazz in the Islands podcast featuring conversations with Caribbean jazz and panjazz musicians based in the islands and the diaspora. For more, click here.…

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Added by Nigel Campbell on September 16, 2022 at 1:18am — No Comments

Poem for Lisa- my sister who passed earlier this year

I lost my sister this year, around the time when it would have been Carnival and there was instead "A Taste of Carnival". I'm still processing the loss but wanted to share this as it speaks of a big part of her and of me-our love for pan.I think anyone who reads this shares that love.  Do enjoy and respect the copyright!

12th POEM FOR LISA

 

There was no Carnival this year

A blessing for me a curse for others

Carnival was…

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Added by Denise Haynes on August 31, 2022 at 10:39am — No Comments

Island Jazz Chat with Annise Hadeed

Island Jazz Chat is a Jazz in the Islands podcast featuring conversations with Caribbean jazz and panjazz musicians based in the islands and the diaspora. For more, click here.…

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Added by Nigel Campbell on August 29, 2022 at 4:05pm — No Comments

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