Steel Drum Info

Information about Steel Drums

The instrument we call “Steel Drums,” was invented in Trinidad & Tobago. Most people from the Caribbean call the instrument “Steel Pan,” or “Pan.”

When people hear the word “drum,” they think of loud music. Steelband music can be loud – especially a large group.  However, the pan, when played by someone with skills, can be soft and relaxing. Some actually call it a “Steel Piano.”

We adapt our volume to whatever the situation requires. 

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