Idiomatic Arranging
Dr Aaron Ziegler
Idiomatic Arranging by Aaron Ziegler… This content is for Member, Student, Senior (60 and over), and Sponsor members only.Log In Register...
Steel Band Fundamentals
Four-Mallet Technique
Joseph Galvin
An Introduction to 4-mallet Tenor Pan Technique: Mallet and Grip Options by Dr. Joseph Galvin… This content is for Member, Student, Senior (60 and over), and Sponsor members only.Log In...
The Rhythms of Calypso: Classic Drumset Grooves
Dr Eugene Novotney
Introduction An understanding of the classic drumset grooves of the calypso tradition is fundamental to making any steel band sound authentic. Although these grooves are fairly easy to represent in…...
A Guide to Steel band Drumset Playing in the Calypso Tradition
Dr Eugene Novotney
Introduction Steel band drumset playing in the calypso tradition is fundamentally about groove, feel, and excellent time keeping. Building on that foundation, a great steel band drummer will always play…...
Steelpan Technique: A Few Basics
Chris Tanner
Learning how to play pan as a beginner can be an exhilarating experience, because it is possible to produce an acceptable sound almost immediately, with very little guidance or instruction…....
Supplemental Steelpan Equipment
Dr. Brandon Haskett
Naturally steelpan instruments themselves are at the heart of any steel band program. Yet the instruments are incomplete without their supporting cast of equipment: stands, mallets and cases. Directors or…...
The Importance of Steelpan Tuning
Dr. Brandon Haskett
Even if treated with care and played properly, steelpan instruments require regular tuning. Normal playing involves striking the instrument, and over time these repeated blows can cause the steel to…...
Steel Band Instrumentation
Chris Tanner
A steel band is an ensemble primarily comprising steelpan instruments, and so directors or band leaders must be familiar with the various types of steel pan commonly utilized in the…...
Programming for Steel Band
Mike Wendeln
Selecting repertoire is an important issue for any ensemble director. Decisions on repertoire not only shape outcomes in the near term, but they also can have impact on the long-term…...
A Basic Guide to the Engine Room
Matt Dudack
An Introduction to the Engine Room The instrumentation of a steel band can take various forms and sizes. Most ensembles feature the basic steel pan instruments: lead pans, double second…...
