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Where are you looking to hire a Steel Drum Band?
The steel drum originated on the Caribbean island of Trinidad in 1946. Ellie Mannette, a native of the island, is credited with being the very first person to invent his "pan" out of the now standard 55 gallon steel pan drum. The steel drum (or steel pan) is the only acoustic musical instrument invented in the 20th century. Steel drums are made right from used oil drums. A steel drum band is composed of instruments covering the full range of a conventional band or orchestra. Six categories of steel drums make up the steel drum band, including the guitars, the bass, the tenors, the cellos, the six pan, and the rhythm section. Steelpan music includes not only calypso and caribbean music, but can include classical, pop music, and jazz, all with sounds of the steel pan instrument and distinctive rhythms. Steel drum music will light up your party with the sounds of the Caribbean! Steel drums will bring that tropical flavor to your wedding, party, corporate event, or any celebration where you want that positive vibration! Calypso steel drums are played by themselves or with a band (keyboards, bass, drums, guitar and horns). You can hire a solo steel drum, a steel drum duo, trio, or up to a six piece steel drum band. Some steel drum bands may include fire eaters, dancers, and even stilt walkers! This will surely add a new dimension to your party! So if you're looking for unique live entertainment, hire a steel drum band! |
