Len "Boogsie" Sharpe - Interview on Gayelle TV: Patrick Arnold must go! (part 2)
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However, I understand his frustration with what seems to be a lack of initiative from the governing body of the premier steelband organization in the world.
This is probably what Boogsie sees as a lack of business acumen.
As the leader of one of the top steelbands in the world, Boogsie is in a position where his voice can be heard; however the situation is even more dire for the lesser known steelbands.
One of the negative side effects of Panorama is what happens to the bands that do not make it to Panorama finals and semifinals.
The panyard, which has been a community center of pre carnival activity, becomes a like graveyard, as the spirits of the panmen are broken, and since most bands have minimal participation in Carnival, the season is just about over for them.
I wonder if Pan Trinbago gives this any thought?
I would suggest the Pan Trinbago think about separating the Panorama from Carnival. I believe that Panorama as a festival can stand on its own.
Pan people will support Panorama at any of year.
This will have the added benefit of freeing up the steelbands to participate fully in the Carnival as professional musicians. Bands would have time to develop a repertoire of tunes, and with some adjustments (maybe amplification) provide a viable alternative to the DJ's on Carnival Day, and in parties and dances.
Bands can even return to producing their own mass bands like in the old days.
Another area where Pan Trinbago has fallen short in a business sense is promotion of their product.
In spite of our efforts to promote pan on the web, one will be surprised to find that many people around the world are not even aware that steelbands exist.
This is an area where Pan Trinbago needs to be more aggressive.