The Grand's Steel Band
Join our campaign and donate
Here at The Grand our mission is to provide an opportunity for community members, ages 7 to adult, to learn to play steel drums and be part of a performing ensemble, while also increasing community awareness of the steel band and Caribbean culture. BUT THIS COMES AT A COST. The Grand and Steel Drum instructor Atiba Fields provide all of the instruments to the students for their weekly rehearsals, many of which are Fields’ personal drums that he transports back and forth each week. Our goal is to raise $15,000 so we may purchase more instruments to keep on-site permanently so the band can grow and thrive in the future.
Join our campaign and donate online at
www.crowdrise.com/thegrandsteelband
Any denomination is appreciated and no amount is too small!
We hope you are willing to donate to this wonderful cause.
Many in Delaware can’t travel to the islands to play or even hear the steel drums, but you can help us bring the Caribbean to Wilmington!
Learn to Play the Steel Drums at The Grand!
Open for Ages 7 to adult
Weekly Group Instruction and Rehearsals:
Thursdays, 6-8pm
Session II: Begins January 10, 2013
Tuition: $195
All classes take place at The Grand in Studio One.
Spring Recital: date TBA
Come and learn a variety of musical styles and explore the beautiful sounds of steel pan – from classical, jazz, and folk, to pop, rock, and (of course) Calypso.
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Students will learn:
How to read music notation
Understanding melodic form Harmonic structure
Rhythmic articulation
Ensemble performance
Ear training
Improvisation
Class size is limited… Reserve a spot today!
No previous experience necessary; students must be able to read music.
Registration is required. Registration Form
For schedules and pricing information, or to register as an individual or group, please contact Stephen Tipping