We’re advocating for greater understanding of steel pan in the UK.
Greater appreciation of pans’ musical capacity, authentic pedagogy, the educational merit of progression and the power of this heritage music in our communities today.
We will amplify the voices and share the art of ‘panists’ from around the globe, so we all learn and grow.
Please contact us if you have a question about pan.
The United Nations Recognise Global Contribution of Steel Pan
In July 2023 the United Nations General Assembly adopted resolution (A/RES/77/316) Designating 11 August ‘World Steel Pan Day’.
Recognising its cultural and historical significance, the day celebrates the role of Steel Pan in promoting inclusive societies, sustainable communities, the creative economy. And its positive impact on wellbeing, gender equality & empowerment.
The UN acknowledged the contribution of Steel Pan to Sustainable Development Goals; SDG3, SDG4, SDG5, SDG8, SDG11, SDG17.
A truly proud moment for Trinidad & Tobago as the National Musical Instrument makes its Mark!
learn more at: www.un.org/en/observances/steelpan-day
PAN - the beating heart of music.
Fascinating insights into Steel Pan as community participation. Dr Kim Johnson TEDx talk.
PAN - the beating heart of music. Inspiring TED talk by Kim Johnson.
London Calling.
Sterling Betancourt talks to Jools Holland about Pan’s arrival in London in 1951 with TASPO performing at The Festival of Britain.
Google Doodle.
Animation Celebrating The Steel Pan.
A celebration of pan.
The History of Making Steel Pans.
a take on the origins of the steel pan in Trinidad.
The History Of Making Steel Pans, Video From 1956.
More Than Just Music
Aged 17, Marlon Hibbert set up his first band; Endurance Steel Orchestra.
Growing since 2009, Endurance now perform all over the UK and many young band members have advanced and developed skills to compete in leading steel bands competing in the UKs Panorama.
Calming for Covid Jabs.
Local scientist and musician, Haroun Shah, suggested to local authorities & health bosses, they should bring a live steel band to calm nerves of residents waiting for their Covid jab. And he was right!