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Highlights
- Learn key tricks to play the Steelpan from an expert musician
- Live-streamed session all the way from Caraop Arima, Trinidad, and Tobago
Description
This tour will start with an introduction to a brief history of the Steelpan. We will cover the techniques on how to play as well as learn the basics of the musical alphabet. You can download a steelpan app on your phone and learn to play a basic song along with me. This is going to be an interactive activity and I will be happy to answer any questions that you have.
Originating from Trinidad and Tobago, the Steelpan consists of pans made out of steel drum containers. It is struck with a pair of sticks having rubber tips. Popular in Caribbean communities, the pan is the national instrument of Trinidad and Tobago
About this experience
What's included
- Live, interactive Steelpan playing lesson with a qualified musician from Trinidad and Tobago
Instructions
- Please have a good internet connection and zoom app installed on your phone or laptop
- The instructions to join the meeting will be delivered via email shortly after the booking
Know before you go
- Please download any Steelpan app on your phone or tablet so that you can play along with me. You should download the app on a device other than the one you will be using for the zoom call
- At times the mobile network may be intermittent, and the picture may not be clear. However, we will attempt to minimize such disruptions
- Since these are live tours, they may be subject to last minute cancellation due to inclement weather, Internet disruptions or other unforeseen circumstances.
Meet your Host
Latoya
I have learnt music theory through ABRSM, the Royal School of Music in London, and have been playing the Steel Pan since I was 11 years old through one of the most qualified teachers in the country, Mr Ronald Mathews. I am qualified in the area of Steel Pan Music teaching on the Island of Trinidad and Tobago. I am capable of teaching children and adults and even qualified musicians alike.
From USD 14 / Person
Important Information
- Fully refundable in case of any cancellation upto 2 days before the tour.