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Steel pan revival planned in Guyana

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. Article…

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Ray Holman goes north to Alaska

“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 and very appreciative audience. As he arrived, the weather broke and the snow started to melt. As he rehearsed the various groups who would be performing, and despite fears it would be a chilly reception in such a cold place, he found everyone very cheerful and friendly, hungry to hear pan.” More from the Trinidad & Tobago Express…

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