Beginning Steel Band

Beginning Steel Band is an introduction level to steel drums geared for students who love the sound of steel drums and would like to play in a community steel band. This hands-on class welcomes complete beginners, as well as schooled musicians.  In this class, students work on fun musical pieces in an ensemble. Rhythm skills, technical skills, and cultural aspects will be addressed. Class pace moves according to skill level of enrolled participants. Instruments are provided. Various musical styles such as calypso, afro-Cuban, reggae, pop and jazz will be explored.

Class will culminate with a live performance on 5/24/18.