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Maine's Atlantic Clarion Steel Band - Pan Coalition

Wed, 8 July 2009 2:59:21 EST

When one thinks of the state of Maine in the USA one thinks of shipbuilding, fishing and the sea. The steelpan instrument or a major steelband is not what one would normally associate with the USA's...

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Salah Wilson: a Man with a Vision, a Plan and a Point of Execution

Sun, 5 July 2009 2:59:21 EST

The steelpan music movement - or the world for that matter - has never had a shortage of dreamers and procrastinators who can always find a reason why something 'cannot happen.' However, there are a...

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Steelpan Soloists Light Up Montreal

Thu, 2 July 2009 2:59:21 EST

Recently When Steel Talks found itself in Montréal, Quebec, Canada to cover the annual Montreal International Steelpan Festival. Now in its 9th year, the two–day festival is the brainchild of...

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International Steelband Panorama 2009 - Montreal Style

Tue, 30 June 2009 2:59:21 EST

The 9th Montreal International Steelpan Festival took place at the end of June 2009 in downtown Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The event featured both a junior and adult steelpan panorama with six...

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They Played [Pan], They Sang and They Graduated: Princes Town Methodist School's Class of 2009

Wed, 24 June 2009 2:59:21 EST

Thursday June 18, 2009 will long be remembered in the lives of seventeen of the twenty students of the graduating Standard Five Class of the Princes Town Methodist School in Southern Trinidad, WI. ...

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Pan Elders Celebrates its Tenth Anniversary

Fri, 19 June 2009 2:59:21 EST

Elton J.W. Bain, acting chairman Pan Trinbago South/Central Region, said that the region is extremely proud of the progressive outfit that is Pan Elders, celebrating their tenth anniversary this...

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Steelpan Musicians Honor the Ancestors of the Middle Passage at Tribute at Coney Island

Mon, 15 June 2009 2:59:21 EST

Utopia Pan Soul - The Next Generation celebrated the Ancestors of the Middle Passage on the second Sunday in June through their performance with the musical instrument that more so than any other,...

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An Embarrassment of Riches - Classic Work by Phase II will Haunt me to my Grave

Mon, 15 June 2009 1:59:21 EST

Author Dalton Narine revisits a panorama that was characterized by an 'upset for the ages.' He writes: 'It was absolutely the best Panorama performance I've ever heard. It was music in B sharpe.'...

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Pan Down Under - Australia's "Banana Joe" story points to Trinidad and Tobago as Home of Pan

Wed, 10 June 2009 11:59:21 EST

Former noted Trinidadian soccer player Alvin Rostant - also a steel pan musician - now makes the land Down Under – Australia - his home. Exasperated at being asked where in Jamaica was Trinidad...

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DC Caribbean Carnival, Inc. announces its Annual Pan Jam and Dimanche Gras

Wed, 10 June 2009 10:59:21 EST

DC Caribbean Carnival, Inc. - DCCC - invites one and all to join them for their 7th Annual Pan Jam and Dimanche Gras pre-carnival celebrations on June 20 and 21, 2009 in Bladensburg, Maryland, USA.

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Invaders wins BIG for TnT at Bajan Pan Competition

Wed, 10 June 2009 9:59:21 EST

'Pan in the Oval' held in Barbados was produced by the Kensington Oval in collaboration with Candor Music and is expected to be the main regional pan competition. Some of the criteria on which judges...

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Pantasia dominates the BASFDF Pan Explosion Competition 2009

Mon, 8 June 2009 9:59:21 EST

Luton, England was filled with the sweet strains of steelband music emitted from the seven steelbands dotted around their grounds - running their last practice sessions before entering the spacious...

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CSI plays at the England-West Indies Cricket Test Match at the Oval

Mon, 8 June 2009 8:59:21 EST

After a substantive investment in terms of time and effort, England-based Caribbean Steel International (CSI), formed in 2004, has opened a community group steel band in the Borough of Hammersmith...

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Crossfire Brings In The Spirit At Premier Baptist Church

Thu, 4 June 2009 6:59:21 EST

As daylight dimmed, on Saturday May 30, the half-moon showered a bright silver glow over the Premier Baptist Church (PBC) at the corner of Tilden and Utica Avenues in Brooklyn, where the Rev. Robert...

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The Power of Praise, the Power of Pan

Thu, 4 June 2009 5:59:21 EST

It was the power of Praise, right alongside the Power of Pan at the Premier Baptist Church (PBC) in Brooklyn last Saturday. The Music director for PBC is Khuent Rose who is also arranger for...

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Mother of Pan Trinbago's President Passes

Wed, 3 June 2009 5:59:21 EST

Pan Trinbago, the world governing body for pan, and its President, Patrick Arnold are mourning the loss of his mother Marie Arnold. Mrs. Arnold passed away at age 103 on June 2 in Trinidad's sister...

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The Ultimate Dis-Respect: Pan at Lincoln Center - Dead Man Walking?

Sun, 31 May 2009 5:59:21 EST

It appears that the future of Steelpan music at Lincoln Center may be nothing more than 'Dead Man Walking.' In what has to be one of the most glaring acts of total disregard and one of the ugliest...

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Neville Jules - The Panman who released the "BOMB" turns 82

Thu, 28 May 2009 5:59:21 EST

Author Dalton Narine, who played with Trinidad All Stars for twenty years, shares his knowledge and historical memories of pan legend Neville Jules who turned 82 on May 21. Information on revered...

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All Systems Go - PMSO wraps up another successful Steelband Jamboree

Wed, 27 May 2009 5:59:21 EST

Six steelbands took part and played through the better part of a six-hour music fest that ended shortly after 9:30 in the evening. Organizers and hosts Pan Masters Steelband Organization makes this...

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Pan Masters Steel Orchestra 2009 Steelband Jamboree: In Pictures

Wed, 27 May 2009 5:57:21 EST

Pan Masters Steel Orchestra held their annual Steelband Jamboree on the 2009 Memorial Weekend, with six steelbands taking part. These are pictures from the event.

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Eleven Years and going strong - Pan Masters Steelband Jamboree delivers another memorable Memorial Weekend music outing

Wed, 27 May 2009 5:54:21 EST

Pan Masters Steel Orchestra held their annual Steelband Jamboree on the 2009 Memorial Weekend, making it another music event filled with talented steelpan players. Taking their turn in the spotlight...

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Toronto's Afropan Steelband helps Bermuda Celebrate 400th Anniversary

Wed, 20 May 2009 5:54:21 EST

The country of Bermuda welcomes both 'Mocko Jumbies' from Africa and the Caribbean, and Afropan Steelband - Toronto's oldest community steelband - to Bermuda as the island celebrates its 400th...

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Happy Birthday Neville Jules - Steelpan Titan revisited in WST Interview

Tue, 19 May 2009 5:54:21 EST

In a couple of days the legendary Mr. Neville Jules will celebrate his 82nd birthday. Mr. Jules is universally recognized as one of the Giants and Titans of Pan and within the Steelpan Movement....

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New York University Knows Pan

Sat, 16 May 2009 5:54:21 EST

The NYU Steel Pan Ensemble, under the direction of Josh Quillen, recently took the stage of New York University’s Loewe Theatre to present an evening full of music for steel band.

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Rich in a Troubled Time - the Video

Wed, 13 May 2009 5:54:21 EST

Gregory Boyd is an accomplished steel panist, singer and songwriter who continues to push the boundaries of modern music with his very own brand of global music, which is steel drum textured, vocal...

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The 7th Annual Spring Concert of Boston Steelbands - Hope for the future of Pan in Boston

Wed, 13 May 2009 2:54:21 EST

Over the most recent decade Boston has experienced fluctuations in steelpan musicianship. In the last year there have been two heartening developments which manifest themselves at the 7th Annual...

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Steelpan musician and composer - Sune Borregaard on the Move

Tue, 12 May 2009 5:54:21 EST

In an exclusive interview with When Steel Talks (WST), Danish recording/artist/panist/arranger/composer Sune Borregaard speaks on the Hollywood film 'Finder of Lost Children' which features his...

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Composer Jan Bach and the Steelpan

Sun, 10 May 2009 5:54:21 EST

'Concerto for Steelpan and Orchestra' - the work of composer and educator Dr. Jan Bach of Northern Illinois University (NIU) - was most recently performed by NIU's Masters candidate, panist Mia...

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Steelband Art of Pan Lover Francois Lacheze

Sun, 10 May 2009 4:54:21 EST

Many times in the arts you come across talent and work that are so compelling that words are not needed, and language is not a barrier. Indeed such is the case with the work of Francois Lacheze.

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Hollywood Film Features Original Pan Score - 'Finder of Lost Children' - Scipio's 3rd Feature Film to Premiere in June

Sun, 10 May 2009 3:54:21 EST

The Hollywood June 3 premiere of the film 'Finder of Lost Children' features an original pan score created and performed by Danish recording artist and panist Sune Borregarrd. Created without any...

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Steelpan Commands Respect in ace Contemporary Performance Program - Akiho rewrites script for the steelpan instrument at Manhattan School of Music

Sun, 3 May 2009 5:54:21 EST

New York may always be known as Bradley's town - so named after the late great master arranger - but on last Friday night in upper Manhattan, the Big Apple belonged to Andy Akiho and his superb...

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Spring and Steel come together in 7th Annual Concert featuring Boston's youthful steel orchestras

Sat, 2 May 2009 5:54:21 EST

A joint venture of Dorchester's John J. Smith Lodge #14 and John J. Smith Chapter #3, the 7th Annual Spring Steelband concert takes place in Dorchester, Boston on May 3, 2009. Five steelbands will...

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An Opportunity Missed - The Fifth Summit of the Americas and the Steelband

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 5:54:21 EST

Trinidad and Tobago missed a golden opportunity to 'sell' steelband to the visiting heads of states who came for the 5th Summit of the Americas. Try to imagine the level of publicity that could have...

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Andy Akiho and Friends to Unveil "Synesthesia Suite" - Works for Steel Pan with jazz combo and chamber orchestra

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 5:54:21 EST

Musician, panist, composer and arranger Andy Akiho presents 'Andy Akiho and Friends' in his final show at Borden Auditorium, Manhattan School of Music, New York, featuring steel pans, jazz combo and...

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NIU Steelband taking 'Pan on the Internet' to New Levels

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 5:54:21 EST

NIU (Northern Illinois University) Steelband's annual Spring concert this past Sunday was streamed live on the internet. The steelband music event was great as it was led by NIU's Assistant...

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Inside Out Steelband Festival featuring Leon "Foster" Thomas

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 5:54:21 EST

The Inside Out program based in Austin, Texas, USA and founded by CJ Menge - honors and performs traditional Caribbean style music, and the curriculum reflects that. They are also very dedicated to...

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Maryland's Pan Masters Steelband Organization hosts 11th Annual Pan Jamboree

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 5:54:21 EST

East coast steelbands St. Veronica's Youth Steel Orchestra, Pan Majestic Youth Academy Steel Orchestra, Positive Vibrations Youth Steel Orchestra, DC Pan Jammers Steel Orchestra and New York's ADLIB...

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Co-director of NIU Steelband Selected for Award

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 5:54:21 EST

Trinidadian-born Clifford Alexis, staff member at Northern Illinois University (NIU), has been selected to receive an 'Outstanding Service Award for Staff' for the year 2009. Alexis is the...

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Steelband arranger and guitarist Scipio Sargeant passes away

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 5:54:21 EST

Steelband arranger and guitarist Scipio Sargeant passed away early on Monday April 20, 2009. As co-arranger for Despers USA, Sargeant won a record five of the orchestra’s six consecutive New York...

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MIT Welcomes Pantonic Steel Orchestra

Sun, 19 Apr 2009 5:54:21 EST

On Saturday April 17, 2009, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) held its annual 'Campus Preview Weekend' (CPW) - the 4-day period when high school seniors who have been admitted to MIT come...

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Skiffle Bunch does Southland Proud winning 'Pan In The 21st Century' 2009

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 5:54:21 EST

Skiffle Bunch Steel Orchestra from San Fernando in Trinidad trounced eleven other worthy opponents as they captured the title for the 2009 'Pan In The 21st Century' competition. The event which took...

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400 Questions and Answers On Pan: 1960-Present

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 5:54:21 EST

This sixty-two page publication called '400 Questions and Answers On Pan' is a rich resource that connects the threads between the history and accomplishments of the steelpan movement and its...

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Steelpan Ace Shawn Thwaites and wife Sabreen combine Pan, Vocals in Lebanese performances

Wed, 8 Apr 2009 5:54:21 EST

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...

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The Journey of Jamma and Trinidad Carnival 2009: featuring Desperadoes - 'The Finest Steel Orchestra in the world'

Mon, 6 Apr 2009 5:54:21 EST

Regarded by many as one of the top pan soloists in the United Kingdom, Phillip Stewart, more familiarly known as the Mighty Jamma, chronicles the story of his relationship with Trinidad's famed...

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Mia Gormandy in Concert - Northern Illinois University Panist Shines

Sat, 4 Apr 2009 5:54:21 EST

Assistant professor of music at NIU Liam Teague talks about steel panist Mia Gormandy from Trinidad and Tobago, who performs a Jan Bach Steel Pan Concerto with the NIU Philharmonic at the Concerto...

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Panist Jonathan Scales is 'The Real Deal'

Sun, 29 Mar 2009 5:54:21 EST

On his sophomore release called Plot/Scheme, panist Jonathan Scales takes the listener not only into unexpected territory, but clearly uncharted real-estate. The fact that he takes us there with the...

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Keva Margetson - as remembered by Cleveroy Thomas

Sun, 29 Mar 2009 4:54:21 EST

Antigua and Barbuda's CARICOM Youth Ambassador and Radio personality Cleveroy Thomas, in an interview with When Steel Talks, tells us why Keva Margetson is and will remain so important to us, the...

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There's a new CoolSteel show to be heard on PanRadio!

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 4:54:21 EST

Several PanRadio friends on the Ning network are going to be extra happy with the show - because the Spotlight Artists are.. YOU!

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The Dedication of Debra - Pan Player, Arranger and Educator

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 4:54:21 EST

Debra Romain is a dedicated pan player in the UK. A classically trained musician, Debra has been teaching pan in schools and within different bands she has spent time with, for over fifteen years.

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A Woman of Gold - Mrs. Franka Hills-Headley

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 4:54:21 EST

A power-house of gentle determination is Mrs Franka Hills-Headley; known fondly by most, and called respectfully by her students, as simply 'Miss Franka'.

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Experience Tobago Jazz in 2009 with Pan Jazz in De Yard

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 3:54:21 EST

Pan Jazz in de Yard 2009 will be grander, with a fantastic line up of world-acclaimed Pan and Jazz artistes, including USA's Andy Narell who these days is Paris-based, Rudy 'Two Lef' Smith from...

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Jamettes... Steelband Essentials

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 4:54:21 EST

Jamettes took care of business. They were the hostesses and protector of the panyard. They knew all the band members and the surrounding community.

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Kristen Jones - Musical Director, Pan Masters Steel Orchestra

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 4:54:21 EST

Cellist Kristen Jones always assumed she would eventually become a professional cellist--until she discovered pan!

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Dr. Dawn Batson - Associate Professor, Florida Memorial University

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 4:54:21 EST

Dr. Dawn Batson is one of the world's foremost experts, educators and promoters of the steelpan instrument. Her name is synonymous with inspiring and guiding young musicians to achievement,...

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Memories and Current Thoughts Related to Women in the Steelpan World - by the late Clive Bradley, Arranger

Tue, 11 Mar 2009 3:54:21 EST

The first time that I remember seeing women play Steelpan was around 1968, somewhere around there - when three women joined Desperadoes...It was a sort of status symbol for those guys because there...

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Pan Podium Captures Trinidad and Tobago Panorama in Pictures

Mon, 10 Mar 2009 3:54:21 EST

The editor of Pan Podium’s magazine lets us relive the recent Trinidad and Tobago steelband music panorama competition in all its beauty, glory and magnificence through pictures, and the architects...

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The Rainmakers - A Production by Steelpan Women

Mon, 9 Mar 2009 3:54:21 EST

The Rainmakers is the result of a collaborative production between two steelpan women: Franka-Hills Headley and Dr. Jeannine Remy, and comprises of a performance by the San Fernando-based Golden...

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Rachel Hayward - A British Pan Woman

Sun, 8 Mar 2009 3:54:21 EST

Celebration of Women and the Steelpan Art Form - This March marks the 25th anniversary of Rachael Hayward's involvement with pan.

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Panman Ian Beckles gets his wish - LMS experiences Carnival 2K9

Wed, 6 Mar 2009 3:54:21 EST

Carnival 2009 has become a time to remember for peripatetic pan tutor - Trinidadian Ian “Cokie” Beckles, and the nineteen members of the Luton Music Service (LMS) for whom he arranges. In an...

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Recording the Steelpan Instrument 101 - A Basement Perspective

Wed, 3 Mar 2009 3:54:21 EST

The human ear is an astounding and marvelous machine. Its ability to discern even the most minute changes is amazing. Now I said the “ear” has this ability. I never said “everyone’s ear” is...

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Panorama Fiasco on a Global Stage Caught on my Blackberry

Wed, 3 Mar 2009 1:54:21 EST

The flip side of the attention to all the great pan availability on the internet and mobi devices, is that when something stinks, it is a global stinker and moreover, it is instantaneous. Is there...

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An Analysis and Review of Trinidad and Tobago's 2009 National Steelband Panorama

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 1:54:21 EST

The format of a panorama tune has evolved because of the early innovations of arrangers who actually gave the judges ideas for the categories of judging. Today some arrangers get so caught up in...

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Creme de la Creme - Pantastic Saturday

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 0:54:21 EST

Carnival 2009 may be over but this coming Saturday will be 'pantastic' as Pan Trinbago stages its after-carnival event featuring some of the best there is to offer in Pan, Calypso and Mas. The...

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Silver Stars Steel Orchestra - 2009 Panorama Champions

Sun, 22 Feb 2009 3:54:21 EST

With a score of 469 Silver Stars Steel Orchestra became the new champions of the large bands category in the Trinidad and Tobago steelband panorama competition, beating out 2008 winners Phase II Pan...

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The Stars Came Out to Shine: Silver Stars Make History as 2009 Panorama Champions

Sun, 22 Feb 2009 1:54:21 EST

The stars came out, and they did shine!! Silver Stars Steel Orchestra, that is. Making history as they did so, the band which calls Tragarete Road in Woodbrook, Trinidad their home, had three...

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New PanRadio Show

Fri, 19 Feb 2009 6:54:21 EST

Enjoy ninety-minutes of great steelband music - featuring music from the latest release by Pantonic Steel Orchestra - The Bradley Years

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Free Steelband Music CD Special!

Fri, 19 Feb 2009 3:54:21 EST

With any purchase from www.Pantonic.com/cds, get yourself a free Pan In New York 2003 CD

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Sforzata and Arima Golden Symphony take Top Honors in 2009 National Panorama for Medium and Small Steel Orchestras

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 3:54:21 EST

Steelband arrangers Yohan Popwell and Terrance "BJ" Marcelle prove their musical mettle in the final phase, taking Sforzata and Arima Golden Symphony to the pinnacle of success in the 2009 Trinidad...

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Which is the Greatest Steel Band in the World?

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 3:54:21 EST

Greatness is an absolute distinction that shouldn't be measured or taken lightly. The author offers insight into many of the 'great' steel orchestras.

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Renegades Youth captures championship title in 21 and Under category

Sun, 15 Feb 2009 3:54:21 EST

Renegades Youth wins the 2009 Trinidad and Tobago Junior National Panorama competition in the 21 and Under category. Mt. Hope Secondary and St. Margaret's Boys' A.C top off their respective age...

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Trinidad and Tobago 2009 Junior National Panorama Final Results

Sun, 15 Feb 2009 1:54:21 EST

The 2009 Trinidad and Tobago Junior National Panorama competition ended with triumphant pan musicians in each of its three respective age categories, featuring musical arrangements and performances...

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Desperadoes speak on 2009 panorama judging

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 3:54:21 EST

WITCO Desperadoes wishes to categorically disassociate itself from reports in the media referring to statements alleged to have been made by our arranger Robert Greenidge with regard to a call for...

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Trinidad and Tobago Junior National Panorama Finalists Set

Fri, 12 Feb 2009 3:54:21 EST

The initial phase of Trinidad and Tobago’s Junior National Panorama competition is over, with fifteen orchestras - ten in the 21 and Under, and five in the 16 and Under categories, respectively,...

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Trinidad and Tobago's Small and Medium Steel Orchestras Panorama Finals take Center Stage

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 3:54:21 EST

Trinidad and Tobago’s annual National Steelband Panorama Finals which returns to the “Big Yard” for 2009, will be staged in two parts. The first will see the Small and Medium Conventional Bands in a...

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Medium and Large Band Semi Finals Results - Panorama 2009

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 3:54:21 EST

One steel orchestra each from Tobago and South Trinidad respectively, has made it into the National Large Band Finals at the Queen’s Park Savannah, Port of Spain, scheduled for Saturday 21st February...

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Pan Podium Magazine On The Pulse of Pan in the UK Winter-Spring 2008/2009

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 1:54:21 EST

Now in its eighteenth issue, this critically-acclaimed publication continues to spotlight the best of the UK's steelband musicians, their organizations, and affiliates.

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Eight (8) Finalists in the Small Bands category

Mon, 9 Feb 2009 3:54:21 EST

Pan Trinbago has announced the eight (8) Finalists in the Small Bands category. Arima Golden Symphony performing "A Blue Crescendo" amassed 432 points, some 13 points ahead of its nearest rival,...

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Pantonic releases "The Bradley Years"

Thu, 5 Feb 2009 3:54:21 EST

The Bradley Years represent the definitive collection of steelband music arrangements and performances for a large steel orchestra. This collection showcases seven classic arrangements from the...

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Lord Kitchener and Pan Music Have A Thing Going

Wed, 4 Feb 2009 3:54:21 EST

It is to our eternal good fortune that there developed very early a symbiotic relationship between Lord Kitchener and the steel band milieu, and that despite spending a goodly portion of his early...

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Panorama Time is Bradley Time - The Great One Examined

Mon, 2 Feb 2009 3:54:21 EST

He was simply the world’s greatest steelpan music arranger. Moreover, he was the one the titans of pan bowed to. This was his stage, his arena, his moment. This was his time. Panorama was "Bradley...

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'Magic Drum' Composed by Len "Boogsie" and Machel Montano for Panorama 2009

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 3:54:21 EST

It is a collaboration between Sharpe and soca star Machel Montano. The steelpan community is buzzing with anticipation as Montano represents one of the more popular Caribbean performers today. The...

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Special Pan Radio Show commemorating the Presidency of Barack Obama

Sun, 24 Jan 2009 3:54:21 EST

Special Pan Radio Show commemorating the Presidency of Barack Obama

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Tech Savvy Young Steelpan Musicians

Sun, 24 Jan 2009 3:45:21 EST

Tech Savvy Young Musicians Connect with “Blackberry” in One Pocket, and Steelpan Drum Sticks in the Other

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Victor Prescod - Performer, Educator and Adjudicator - In the Spotlight

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 3:54:21 EST

Meet Victor Prescod, project coordinator of the “Pan in the Classroom Project Unit” in the Ministry of Education of Trinidad and Tobago.

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Barbara Mason, Steelband Coordinator of Antigua and Barbuda - In the Spotlight

Thu, 8 Jan 2009 3:54:21 EST

Antigua and Barbuda, W.I. - Barbara Mason is the Steel Band Coordinator in the Cultural Development Division in Antigua and Barbuda. She is tremendously committed to the progress of youth talent...

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Prime Minister Baldwin Spencer Speaks on Pan and Its Importance to the Caribbean Region

Mon, 5 Jan 2009 3:54:21 EST

Antigua and Barbuda, W.I. - While When Steel Talks was visiting the panyards on our recent trip to Antigua we caught up with the country’s Prime Minister, the Honourable Baldwin Spencer who was in...

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Memorable Moments in MOP’s Five-A-Side Steelband Competition

Mon, 5 Jan 2009 3:54:20 EST

Antigua and Barbuda, W.I. - The Five-A-Side competition - a favorite element of the annual Moods of Pan (MOP) steelband festival - did not field in 2008 the plethora of participants as in the past....

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Prime Minister Baldwin Spencer Speaks on Pan and Its Importance to the Caribbean Region

Mon, 5 Jan 2009 3:54:21 EST

The Year 2008 In Pan A When Steel Talks Review

Wed, 31 Dec 2008 3:54:21 EST

2008 was an extremely interesting year for the steelpan music instrument. Our When Steel Talks travels, coverage and stories took our site visitors literally all over the globe.

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Antigua and Barbuda's Prime Minister speaks on the Moods of Pan 2008 Steelpan Music Festival - and on Barack Obama

Sun, 21 Dec 2008 3:54:21 EST

Antigua and Barbuda, W.I. - In an exclusive interview with When Steel Talks, on the morning immediately following the close of the annual Moods of Pan 2008 festival, the Honourable Prime Minister...

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25-A-Side Features The Best in Antigua and Barbuda's Steel Orchestra Industry

Sun, 21 Dec 2008 1:54:21 EST

Antigua and Barbuda, W.I. - This event has been conceptualized with a mandate for celebrating the best of Antigua and Barbuda's steel orchestras, in addition to and outside of their panorama format. ...

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CASYM Brings in the Holiday Season with Performances from its Youth Performing Arts Programs

Sun, 18 Dec 2008 8:54:21 EST

New York, USA - In spite of the intimidating chilly temperatures, the Brooklyn Museum auditorium was almost filled to capacity, as event organizers CASYM (Caribbean American Sports and Cultural Youth...

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Trinidad and Tobago Government Sends Warning to Pan Trinbago

Sun, 18 Dec 2008 7:54:21 EST

New York, USA - In a very carefully worded letter from the Ministry of Community Development, Culture and Gender Affairs, Pan Trinbago was warned of the government's dissatisfaction of its planned...

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Junia Regrello Sets the Record Straight on the G-Pan - Trinidad and Tobago’s latest steelpan Instrument Development

Sun, 18 Dec 2008 6:54:21 EST

New York, USA - In an exclusive interview with When Steel Talks, Parliamentary Secretary Junia Regrello attempts to set the record straight on the purpose, expectations and realities of "G-Pan" as it...

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Antigua's premiere Moods of Pan festival's 25-A-Side competition in full Video Review

Sun, 14 Dec 2008 6:54:21 EST

New York, USA - See and experience for yourself. Performances from the Moods of Pan Festival 25-A-Side held in Antigua.

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Happy Birthday, Pelham Goddard

Sun, 12 Dec 2008 6:54:21 EST

New York, USA - When Steel Talks wishes Pelham a very, very happy birthday!

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BAS 10th Annual Awards

Sun, 12 Dec 2008 5:54:21 EST

United Kingdom - Saturday the 6th December saw the British Association of Steelbands celebrate their annual awards ceremony at the Holiday Inn in Bloomsbury, London. 2008 marked the 10th anniversary...

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David Rudder continues His Tribute to Pan, Calypso and Culture

Sun, 9 Dec 2008 5:53:21 EST

Antigua and Barbuda, W.I. - David Rudder was surrounded by an audience of steelpan music enthusiasts. After all - this was the Moods of Pan Festival, with emphasis on ‘pan'. While many other artists...

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TLC Skiffle Bunch Star at Moods of Pan Festival 2008

Sun, 9 Dec 2008 4:52:21 EST

Antigua and Barbuda, W.I. - Do not let the name fool you - hailing from Trinidad and Tobago TCL Skiffle Bunch is one of the world’s top steel orchestras. And the audience of Gemonites’ Moods of Pan...

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Ralph MacDonald, Robert Greenidge and Friends Drop Magic on MOP Festival

Sun, 7 Dec 2008 4:52:21 EST

Ralph MacDonald brought his A-team to town - and they were not about to take any prisoners...he made sure the people of Antigua and Barbuda were going to remember both him and his gang of musical...

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The Genius of Len 'Boogsie' Sharpe

Sun, 7 Dec 2008 3:52:21 EST

It was Len 'Boogsie' Sharpe who, after performing at the first Moods of Pan festival, encouraged the young show producers from Gemonites to keep the event (then a one-day affair) going. So it was...

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Cool and Smooth 25-a-Side Launches New Era - National Youth Orchestra takes crown, Panache comes in second

Tue, 2 Dec 2008 3:52:21 EST

The first edition of the Cool and Smooth '25-a-Side' is now history but the future ramifications of this successful steelpan musical venture will have a lasting impact on the global steelband music...

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And The Youths Shall Lead - National Youth Pan Orchestra Triumphs - Yes We "KHAN!!"

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 3:52:21 EST

Officially billed 'The Cool and Smooth Gemonites Moods of Pan 2008 Leroy "Jughead" Gordon 25-A-Side Steelband competition,' the youth orchestra clinched the ten thousand-dollar first prize and a...

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Antiguan Pan Festival the Best in the Caribbean Region? No doubt!!

Sat, 29 Nov 2008 3:52:21 EST

Antigua and Barbuda's natural beauty, coupled with its people and the consistent flow of top notch talent, makes the annual Moods of Pan Festival one of the top places in the region for steelpan...

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The Great One Remembered - Master Arranger Clive Bradley

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 3:52:21 EST

The date is November 26, 2005. A day that will be etched in the annals of steelpan music history. There are momentous moments in history when everyone remembers exactly where they were when they...

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Antigua and Barbuda Steelpan Icon, Leroy 'Jughead' Gordon, Passes Away at 61

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 3:52:21 EST

Antigua and Barbuda mourns loss of steelpan icon Leroy 'Jughead' Gordon, who passed away recently of a heart attack brought on as a complication to cancer.

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Is Antiguan Pan Ready to Rebound?

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 3:52:21 EST

Hard on the heels of the Trinidadian progenitors, Antigua leapt onto the steel band music scene with a bang....Lord Baldwin happened to be Governor of the Leeward Islands just in time to anoint the...

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From Bamboo Patch to Buckingham Palace with Sterling Betancourt - Vignettes of Pan History

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 2:52:21 EST

It has been said that the only thing new in the world is the history you don't know. With pan's genesis still a head-scratcher even for trivia buffs, the history of the steel band still comes up...

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Pan In London - Coming into Sharper Focus in '86

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 1:52:21 EST

But mostly it's jealousy, politics, false national pride, philosophical differences over promotion of the culture, inflated egos and a little racism - all hurdles the steelband movement here must...

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Toward Standardized Pans

Fri, 7 Nov 2008 6:52:21 EST

Today's fast-moving, high-tech pace, they say, demands that, as a category of instruments, steel pans should be no less conventional that other vehicles of musical sound.

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2009 Panorama Tune - 'Brazilian Flagwoman' sung by "Anselm Douglas"

Mon, 3 Nov 2008 12:46:21 EST

Composed by Amrit Samaroo and Mark Loquan 'Brazilian Flagwoman' also features lyrics by Samaroo, and vocals by veteran artist Anselm Douglas - resulting in one more musical option for the 2009...

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The Thwaites and Esperanza Spalding hook up via Steelpan

Mon, 28 Oct 2008 6:52:21 EST

Musical prodigy-turned-pro and Berklee instructor Esperanza Spalding, collaborated with the Thwaites brothers and Pan United for a uniquely intimate musical experience.

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Happy Birthday, Boogsie - Steelpan Great turns 55

Mon, 28 Oct 2008 3:52:21 EST

The 'Mozart' of Pan - Len 'Boogsie' Sharpe turns fifty-five today.

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Moving Up with Dereck "Chiney" Ayum

Mon, 28 Oct 2008 3:49:21 EST

This cultural ambassador has come a long way since playing African drums with the Arawak Dance Company, and capturing the first prize on Auntie Kay's Twelve and Under TV show. Dereck Ayum in the...

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Boogsie Sharpe: The Legend

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 3:49:21 EST

A look at Len 'Boogsie' Sharpe - the legendary steelpan composer and arranger

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Lord Kitchener and Pan Music Have A Thing Going

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 12:49:21 EST

Lord Kitchener and his story on the music he 'made' for pan

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Invaders Steel Orchestra Celebrates the Steelpan Artform with Trinidad All Stars and Exodus

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:49:21 EST

Partygoers experienced powerhouse performances of Caribbean Airlines Invaders, Sagicor Exodus and Neal and Massy Trinidad All Stars, Kees Dieffenthaller, Denyse Plummer and Karen Eccles at Invaders’...

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Scipio Sargeant, well known Steelpan Arranger and Guitarist, ill

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:46:21 EST

Scipio 'Sarge' Sargeant, well known guitarist and steelband arranger around New York's Caribbean community and beyond, is seriously ill. A fundraiser is being held on his behalf in Brooklyn.

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2009 Panorama Tune - 'Pan Wisdom' sung by "Crazy"

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 12:46:21 EST

Composer/musician Phil Hawkins has teamed up with performing artist "Crazy" to produce one of the first panorama musical offerings for the 2009 season.

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Southern Marines Steelband Foundation Hosts Auditions for Eighth Annual 'Talent Expression'

Mon, 6 Oct 2008 12:46:21 EST

Trinidad, W.I - The auditions for the eighth edition of Talent Expression, organised by the Southern Marines Steelband Foundation, began on Saturday and Sunday 4th and 5th October 2008 at the...

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CASYM Assembles "Think Tank" to Look to the Future

Sun, 28 Sep 2008 12:46:21 EST

New York, USA - CASYM is now celebrating its 25th year of existence and is at a serious crossroad. With mounting issues and obstacles to their continued existence and future, CASYM decided to...

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D'Radoes Steel Orchestra captain and leader on the mend after heart scare

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 12:46:21 EST

New York, USA - The pan community was hit again with bad news about one of our own. Junior "Man" Samuel, Captain and Leader of D'Radoes Steel Orchestra was struck down by a massive heart attack...

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New York Steelband Panorama 2008 - In Pictures

Sun, 21 Sep 2008 12:46:21 EST

New York, USA - The 2008 New York steelband panorama competition again presented the art form in a grand and very significant manner. ADLIB Steel Orchestra, hailing from Freeport, Long Island, won...

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Report Card - Pan in New York: Grades A to Z - The Good, Bad, Ugly and Positively Evil

Sat, 13 Sep 2008 12:46:21 EST

New York, USA - New York continues to be the largest and most vibrant steelband music community outside of Trinidad and Tobago. It is unique in that it is the only place in the United States where...

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One More Play - New York Panorama 2008

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 12:46:21 EST

New York, USA - With a line-up of nine orchestras in competition for the title of panorama champions, and a mandatory cut-off time before 2:00 a.m., organizers WIADCA (West Indian American Day...

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Pan Podium Magazine On The Pulse of Pan in the UK

Thu, 11 Sep 2008 12:46:41 EST

ENGLAND, U.K. - Melody, Chords, Chorus, Verse, Bridges, Syncopating Rhythms and the Circle of Fifths. Steelband music is very infectious and the virus is being spread at a fast and furious rate, so...

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Pan in New York 2008 - the Yard Recordings

Wed, 10 Sep 2008 1:46:41 EST

New York, USA - This year Basement Recordings captured four steel orchestras in their yards - Sonatas, Pantonic, Sesame Flyers and Utopia Pan Soul. Basement Recordings extends apologies to all the...

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Death of A Desperado

Tue, 9 Sep 2008 12:46:41 EST

Trinidad, W.I. - Mr. Rudolph "Crabby" Edwards passed away at his Laventille home, in Trinidad, W.I., on Wednesday September 3rd 2008, after a lengthy illness. "Crabby", as he was called in the pan...

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J'Ouvert Nastiness - Masman Disrespects Women in Public

Tue, 9 Sep 2008 12:46:49 EST

New York - When a male has hate and disrespect for women you begin to wonder if he has or had ever known the love of a mother, grandmother, maybe an aunt? I often wonder about men who abuse women, if...

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No Excuse for Bad Behavior - Time for Steelpan Men to Grow up - Not so fast

Tue, 9 Sep 2008 12:46:47 EST

New York - When Steel Talks has traveled all over the world visiting panyards and pan folks. Our experiences have generally been outstanding. However the worst experience for any personnel of When...

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Trinidad's Pan Clueless Prime Minister and the Professor

Fri, 5 Sep 2008 12:46:47 EST

Trinidad - It is an open secret in Pan circles that Tony Williams and Bertie Marshall received the highest national award to ward off widespread resentment that the Prime Minister was determined to...

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J'Ouvert 2008 in New York - Steelbands, Pan Music and Rhythm Sections Rule the Streets

Fri, 5 Sep 2008 12:43:47 EST

Brooklyn, New York - The 2008 New York J'Ouvert celebrations got underway in Brooklyn. There were enthusiastic rhythm sections armed with iron men and more, colorful characters, traditional 'mud...

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2008 Notting Hill Carnival Steel Bands Competition - Results

Thu, 4 Sep 2008 9:43:47 EST

London, England - Results from the Annual National Steelband Panorama, BAS J'Ouvert Bomb Steelband competition, and Notting Hill Carnival 'Best Steelband on The Road.'

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Andre White makes History with 'Heat' and ADLIB Steel Orchestra

Sun, 31 Aug 2008 9:43:47 EST

New York - History, history, history! And probably as never before in any steelband music panorama around the world. History was made in New York with the release of the 2008 New York Panorama...

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New York Panorama Results! - ADLIB Steel Orchestra Wins 2008 New York Panorama

Sun, 31 Aug 2008 9:28:47 EST

New York - New York's steelband music panorama competition took place this past Saturday, August 30. ADLIB Steel Orchestra won the title for 2008.

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England's 31st Annual Panorama - 2008 'CHAMPIONS OF STEEL' Competition - Results!

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 9:28:47 EST

United Kingdom - The Champions of Steel competition took place in London’s famed Hyde Park this past Saturday, August 23. Ebony Steel Orchestra, the 2007 panorama champions, retained their title for...

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Notting Hill Carnival 2008 Online on ITV

Thu, 22 Aug 2008 9:28:47 EST

United Kingdom - Notting Hill Carnival is Europe's biggest street festival and has been one of the highlights of London's cultural calendar for more than four decades. For the second time, anyone...

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Pan Alive, but Judging on Life Support

Sun, 17 Aug 2008 9:28:47 EST

Canada - Yuh see how ah does get in ting? When Steel Talks come an akse me to write meh Pan review. I here quiet, reading psalms an knittin an WST look to come straight so to chook Jack Spaniar nes....

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CSI Community Steelband captures CAPCA/BAS 2K8 Junior Panorama title

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 9:28:47 EST

United Kingdom - Kensington Memorial Park, St Marks Road, London W10 was transformed into a Carnival Village on Monday the 11th August 2008 to accommodate the annual CAPCA/BAS Carnival and Junior...

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Steelpan Instrument Captivates Taiwan Students

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 8:52:47 EST

Taiwan - Mat Britain, Director of the Vanderbilt University Steel Band Program in Nashville Tennessee, recently returned from teaching steel pan at the Taipei International Percussion Summer Camp...

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Pan Prodigy Lands in Italy

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 8:48:47 EST

Trinidad and Tobago - Recently on “Pan Diaspora” on the one-hour segment inside “Pan in Yuh Puefen” on WACK radio 90.1 FM, the guest of honour was the intriguing Atiba Chike Williams

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Utopia Pan Soul: the Next Generation Delivers a Great Day for Steelpan

Mon, 12 Aug 2008 9:28:57 EST

New York - Utopia Pan Soul:the Next Generation again hosted another classy affair that provided participants an intimate, special and unique steelpan music experience. Moreover, Utopia Pan Soul...

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New York Steelpan Enthusiasts Turn Out Big Time for Sonatas Launch

Mon, 12 Aug 2008 6:28:57 EST

New York - One thing that is certain - current New York Panorama champion Sonatas Steel Orchestra knows how to organize a successful steelband launch. Neither rain, thunder or lightning can stop...

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Pan Trinbago Celebrates Anthony Williams… the absolute genius

Thu, 7 Aug 2008 6:28:57 EST

Trinidad - Pan Trinbago has dedicated August 2008 to the achievements of Pan Artisan Anthony ”Tony” Williams.

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Pan Is Beautiful XI to be held in November 2008

Wed, 6 Aug 2008 6:28:57 EST

Trinidad - Participants can collect their Registration Forms, Rules and Regulations, Scores and Music for all categories, from Pan Trinbago Regional Offices in the North, South/Central, East and...

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Salah Steel Academy Wins Second Consecutive Steelband Music Title

Tue, 5 Aug 2008 6:28:57 EST

Canada - More than 7,000 fans at Lamport Stadium last night witness the defending champions Selah Steel Academy successfully defend their Pan Alive panorama title. The event is part of the annual...

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Commancheros Juniors Retain Grenada's Junior Panorama Title

Mon, 4 Aug 2008 6:28:57 EST

Grenada - Defending Junior Panorama Champions, Cable and Wireless Commancheros yesterday retained their title when they convincingly won the 2008 Junior Panorama competition at the National Stadium...

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Halcyon Steel Orchestra Wins Antigua and Barbuda 2008 National Panorama Title

Fri, 31 Jul 2008 6:28:57 EST

Antigua andBarbuda - Six bands competed for Antigua’s 2008 National Panorama Championship. The featured bands in the competition were Mahico Stars, Gemonites, Harmonites International, Ebonites,...

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Liam Coins Next Track after First-born - Steelpan music standout speaks about the instrument

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 6:28:57 EST

New York, USA - "DOUGLA," that's the name of one of the tracks on his upcoming eight-track compact disc which would be in honour of his son, Jaden who was born on January 22nd, 2008 - surely he looks...

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Pantonic New York Steelband Launch

Mon, 27 Jul 2008 6:28:57 EST

New York, USA - This past Sunday Pantonic Steel Orchestra held their 2008 launch at their Brooklyn summer practice facilities. Pantonic's panyard was filled with steelpan music fans as they...

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Chief of Steelband in Nigeria - Bowie Sonnie Bowei receives Chieftain Titles

Tue, 23 Jul 2008 6:28:57 EST

Lagos, Nigeria - In a celebration that lasted four hours at the palace of the Alagbara of Agbara, Agbara town in Ogun State, south west Nigeria, two chieftaincy titles were conferred upon panman...

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J'Ouvert's Presentation of Awards and Trophies

Tue, 23 Jul 2008 6:25:57 EST

New York - J’Ouvert City International, Inc. under the leadership of Mr. Danville Williamson, President and Founder is proud to announce its 1st J’Ouvert’s Launching of our Carnival celebration 2008...

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Laventille Steelband Festival Parade 2008

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 6:26:57 EST

Trinidad and Tobago - Twenty-seven steelbands (conventional and single pan) will entertain patrons attending this year’s staging of the ninth annual Laventille Steelband Festival (LSF) Parade.

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'Ladies Night' features aspiring UK female pannists

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 6:25:57 EST

United Kingdom - Monday the 14th July 2007 saw the Engine Room Collective open the Carnival Village’s summer events at the refurbished Tabernacle with their ‘Ladies Night’ featuring some of the UK’s...

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Lucky Seven! Diamond Steel Orchestra cops 7th St. Lucia Panorama Title in Eleven Years

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 6:25:57 EST

As the euphoric panists of Diamond Steel danced on the stage actuated by the proclamation of their victory, an obviously happy but measured Gregory "Shining" Emmanuel declared it "lucky seven" after...

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Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda - New York Steelband Contingent in need of Time Management - The 2008 Harbor View Festival

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 6:25:57 EST

There was great weather, great performances, great fans, a committed host and an area ideally suited for outdoor performances by steelbands. So: why was this event denied an ‘A plus’ grade? Simply...

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The Doc, The Hammer and the Shoe Box - A Prime Minister and a steelband legend build an alliance to benefit pan and a community

Sun, 13 Jul 2008 6:25:57 EST

I'm mulling over events that spanned 24 years since an opportune visit to the Los Angeles home of Rudolph Charles – The Hammer himself, the headstrong leader of Desperadoes on Laventille hill. He...

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Starlift back with a bang

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 6:25:57 EST

After a year's absence from Dimanche Gras competition, Sea Operations Starlift Steel Orchestra is once again the national Panorama Champions.

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Juniors give good account on pan

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 5:25:57 EST

At the end of a long and exhausting day for the young pannists, defending champions Sea Operations Starlift Steel Orchestra made it three in a row.

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The 'Not Ready for Prime Time' Players

Mon, 7 Jul 2008 6:25:57 EST

Here we go again. The embarrassing annual dance between Pan Trinbago (the governing body of all things related to the steelpan instrument in Trinidad and Tobago - at least in theory) and the...

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The Unending Travail of Trinidad and Tobago's National Instrument - the Steelpan

Mon, 7 Jul 2008 6:20:57 EST

Tabled as major concerns to the governing body on behalf of the country's pan community, were outstanding appearance fees due to bands for the long-concluded 2008 Panorama season, and no apparent...

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The Bloody Art of Longtime Badjohns

Mon, 29 Jun 2008 6:20:57 EST

Badjohnhood (badjohns in the 'hood), flaunted its swagger as early as the mid-'40s, the tuned pan’s first outing on the road, through the mid-’70s, when steel band clashes in Port of Spain began to...

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Brooklyn's King Plaza Mall - Pan-Perfect

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 6:20:57 EST

New York - Once again the Pathmark Multicultural Arts Festival facilitated the opportunity for thousands of people to experience a significant part of Caribbean culture. Patrons at the Kings Plaza...

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'Terrorist Steelband' sets up Community Group Steelband

Wed, 26 Jun 2008 6:19:57 EST

United Kingdom - CSI and it does not relate to the well known Crime Scene Investigators television series. It however refers to the Caribbean Steel International steel band originally formed in 2004...

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Government secures US rights to steelpan

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 6:19:57 EST

Trinidad - Government has scored a victory over the rights to the steelpan, as the United States Patent and Trademark Office (PTO) has revoked previous applications for the patent of this country's...

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Ivory And Steel - How a dragon and a butterfly made it historic

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 6:19:57 EST

Trinidad - They already had a name that fit—Ivory and Steel. Actually, they made a record, did pianist Winifred Atwell and Anthony Williams’ North Stars steel band. They created history—in black and...

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New Dimension Performing 'Poets and Peasants Overture'

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 6:18:57 EST

In the Summer of 2005 When Steel Talks had the honor of watching New Dimension Steel Orchestra from Grenada as they prepared for the 2005 World Steelband Music Festival, held that year at Madison...

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Sesame Flyers Steel Orchestra Stays The Course

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 6:17:57 EST

New York - One of the stalwart music organizations in New York City - Sesame Flyers Steel Orchestra - presented the third in it’s bi-annual concert series “Sesame Flyers Pan Extravaganza” this past...

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Pan in the 21st Century Finals 2008 DVD Released

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 6:16:57 EST

Trinidad - Pan in the 21st Century Finals 2008 has been released on DVD. Under the title “The Art of Pan III”, the DVD features the twelve (12) finalists in the Conventional Band category performing...

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Leon "Foster" Thomas - Now in a 'Class of His Own'

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 6:15:57 EST

Everything seems to be “in a timing” for Jazz musician Leon “Foster” Thomas - from his chance romance with the steelpan – to his application to university – to his recent performance before United...

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Seward awards education grant to school band Pan Explosion 2K8

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 6:14:57 EST

Herkimer, N.Y. -- The Herkimer Elementary Steel Drum Band will be able to get some new equipment. State Senator James Seward announced Monday the band will receive a $10,000 senate grant for new...

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Ebony, Eclipse and Jenny Gilberg Victorious at Pan Explosion 2K8

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 6:14:57 EST

United Kingdom - The BASFDF 9th annual Pan Explosion held at the Fairfield Halls in Croydon, Surrey on Saturday the 31st May 2008 was certainly blessed with lots of warm weather coupled with a high...

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Navajo Nation Youth Perform with the Steelpan at Smithsonian

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 5:14:57 EST

Washington D.C: - When Steel Talks took off down the I95 highway on a very special assignment. Today we would get to see, meet and hear the performance of a group of talented young people from the...

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Icewater Warms Panama with Steelpan

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 5:13:57 EST

Panama - A performance at the Caribbean Shop in St. James, last April culminated in one of Icewater Pan Ensemble’s most memorable series of performances to date. His Excellency Prof. Gerardo Maloney,...

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From the Heart about Desperadoes Steelpan Great

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 5:13:56 EST

New York - I write these words with a heavy heart. On Sunday 8th June 11, 2008 a good friend of mine informed me that my long time friend Crawl had died in a vehicular accident, I was in total shock...

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Pan Academy officially opens

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 5:13:56 EST

Canada - The Steel Pan Academy of Greater Sudbury will hold its grand opening Saturday at 2 p. m. at the corner of Kathleen Street and Simon Lake Road in Naughton. It is an organization to teach...

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PanMasters Do It Again: Memorable Weekend of Steelband Music

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 5:13:56 EST

Maryland - It only gets better with time. And after ten years, it was replete with steelband music presentations ripe for enjoying. PanMasters’ 10th Anniversary Steelband Jamboree in North...

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Desperadoes Steelpan Bassist Great, Frank “Crawl” Findley Killed in Car Crash

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 5:12:56 EST

Trinidad - Frank "Crawl" Findley was pure poetry in motion. His effortless movements hid even the most difficult passages from the unanimated eyes. He mesmerized, fascinated and hypnotized us with...

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Caribbean Music Standout Pelham Goddard Celebrated with Sesame Flyers Steel Orchestra at Steelband Extravaganza

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 5:11:56 EST

New York - To expect success, one must experience success. And in this regard Sesame Flyers International (SFI) has created the foundation and vehicle where their young people can experience the...

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CASYM Steel Orchestra Educates Young People on the Steelpan

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 5:10:56 EST

New York - The main attraction glistened under the spotlights directed at the stage. The theater doors swung open – then, the undeniable and familiar sound of the energetic voices of children’s...

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The Beauty Of Pan – The Joy Of Family

Tue, 3 Jun 2008 5:10:56 EST

Maryland - It was a splendid day for the PanMasters Steelband Organization’s 10th Anniversary Steel Band Jamboree. There was not a cloud in the sky and the sun beamed its beautiful rays into De...

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Outstanding!! Pan Masters’ 10th Annual Steelband Jamboree

Fri, 30 May 2008 5:10:56 EST

Maryland - It is that time of the year when pan is well, alive and blooming in the DC area. Pan Masters’ annual Steelband Jamboree was the main attraction.

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Harmony Steel Orchestra Perform at Lincoln Center’s Avery Fisher Hall

Fri, 30 May 2008 4:10:56 EST

New York - On Monday evening, May 26, 2008, the Harmony Music Makers Steel Orchestra out of Brooklyn met on the stage at Lincoln Center’s Avery Fisher Hall for a “Memorial” performance. As part of...

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Miami Pan Symphony Brings Caribbean Flavor to Obama Rally

Wed, 21 May 2008 4:10:56 EST

South Florida - Miami Pan Symphony will perform, along with latin funk band Spam Allstars, at a Rally for Senator Barack Obama on Friday May 23, 3:30 pm at the Bank Atlantic Center, One Panther...

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America’s Next Top Model Wears Pan Jewelry

Mon, 19 May 2008 4:10:56 EST

Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago - Actress and winner of America’s Next Top Model (cycle 3), Eva Marcille Pigford, received a gift from the authentic steelpan fashion accessories line created by...

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A Moment with Andy Narell - An Exclusive Interview

Sun, 17 May 2008 3:10:56 EST

In addition to his many musical accomplishments and accolades Andy Narell has been and continues to be an ardent promoter and supporter of the steelpan instrument history, music and culture. Andy...

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Steelband Music Video of the Week

Thu, 15 May 2008 3:10:56 EST

Global - In a relatively short time When Steel Talks has put together one of the finest collections of steelpan music performances from all over the world on video. Included are classic performances...

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Time to get serious about pan literacy

Tue, 13 May 2008 3:59:56 EST

Canada - Although the steelpan has come a long way, there are still some growing pains that need to be addressed says Salah Wilson, a steel pan activist and tutor.

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Taking pan from the yard to class

Tue, 13 May 2008 3:58:56 EST

Antigua - I may have mentioned before in an article. There is definite irony in the fact that the youngest musical instrument, the steel pan, was once considered a diabolical instrument.

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Pan Radio Spotlight Artist:Renegades Steel Orchestra

Tue, 13 May 2008 2:58:56 EST

Pan People's Place Now 90 minutes! Spotlight Artist:Renegades Steel Orchestra

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No Panorama… or Judges Jumping

Tue, 13 May 2008 2:58:55 EST

Trinidad - The competition itself is a monster, it is destructive. For instance, before winning or focusing on Panorama was the main objective of a Steelband, Pan ruled. It was the most sought after...

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Pan Trinbago did Show Resilience

Tue, 13 May 2008 1:58:55 EST

Trinidad - Pan Trinbago did show resilience, keeping the fires burning, and the Steel bands Flags flying high in 2008, given the many challenges that keep threatening its very survival.

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Grenadian steel band Commancheros headed for Cuba

Mon, 12 May 2008 1:58:55 EST

Cuba - On hand will be the Folk Dance Company of Alexandria (Egypt), the Nigerian group Drame-Dance, the group of Senegalese musician Alboury Dabo, Josiah Kinlock from the Bahamas, the Grenadian...

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Historical Steelpan Paintings

Mon, 12 May 2008 1:57:55 EST

During the last week in August 2005 the collection of paintings by artist Trinidadian Joseph Charles on the history and development of the steelpan were on exhibition and for sale by private auction....

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George D. Maharaj Selling His Famed Calypso Collection And Archive

Sun, 11 May 2008 8:57:55 EST

Toronto, Ontario - What is almost certainly the world’s greatest private collection of vinyl Calypso records and videos, as well photographs, posters, flyers and other historical memorabilia may soon...

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Panman with a Vision for Nigeria

Fri, 9 May 2008 8:57:55 EST

Nigeria - It was in 1977 when the Trinidad and Tobago contingent performed at Nigerian’s Festival of Arts and Culture (FESTAC), that a note was struck in Bowie’s youthful mind as he watched Starlift...

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CASYM to Perform at 2008 American Folk Festival

Fri, 9 May 2008 8:56:55 EST

Maine - The CASYM Steel Orchestra, which grew out of the West Indian community in Brooklyn, N.Y., represents Trinidad and Tobago’s steel pan tradition.

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Steel pan revival planned in Guyana

Fri, 9 May 2008 8:56:54 EST

GEORGETOWN, Guyana (GINA): Guyana's Ministry of Culture Youth and Sport has acquired 32 pieces of steel pan from Trinidad and Tobago, which will be used to revive the local steel band industry.

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The West Humber Collegiate Steel Bands

Fri, 9 May 2008 8:56:53 EST

Ontario - West Humber Collegiate has the largest steel band credit course in Canada, with over 200 pan students! Taught by Mr. Joe Cullen and Ms. Cindy Michalak, they have achieved a staggering 12...

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Cool Steel - Pan-Scandalous!

Wed, 7 May 2008 8:56:55 EST

The long–awaited return of “Cool Steel” – anticipated for a few months now – has not disappointed. If the truth be told the program is even better than before.

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Angel Harps to pay tribute to Clive Bradley in Panorama 2008

Wed, 7 May 2008 8:56:51 EST

Grenada - Republic Bank Angel Harps Steel Orchestra will pay tribute to outstanding musician and steelband arranger – the late Clive Bradley – when they take the stage at this year’s Panorama...

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Pan Man to be Honored in Cuba

Thu, 1 May 2008 8:56:51 EST

Trinidad - Pan Trinbago and one of its stalwarts have come in for high praise in the promotion of the national instrument and the assimilation of the “pan culture” in Cuba.

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Steel Yourselves!

Thu, 1 May 2008 8:55:51 EST

Maine - The cultural juxtaposition will take place at the 18th edition of the Pan New England Steelband Festival, a three-day event featuring more than 300 steel drum players from across New England.

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Bay City, Saginaw students delight in learning to play steel drums

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 8:55:51 EST

Michigan - Bay City may be a long way from the currents of the Caribbean, but some talented local drummers are bringing a tropical air to the Tri-Cities. The Bay City Steelers, made up of students...

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Ray Holman goes north to Alaska

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 8:55:49 EST

Michigan - Like a bright ray of sunshine, Ray Holman came to Fairbanks, Alaska and led five local steel bands through a memorable program of his compositions that drew a standing ovation from a large...

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Steelpan Music Instrument Sweeping USA High School and College Campuses

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 8:55:51 EST

USA - Cool Steel and Pan Radio Return as College Campus Favorites

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