Caribbean Bands

Steel drum music developed around WWII on the Southern Caribbean island of Trinidad and Tobago. A classic steel band features a variety of size steel drums from lead pans (melody), mid-size pans (chords and harmony), and bass pans (very large 55 gallon drums). Percussion can be added using congas, bongos, timbales, cowbells, and shakers, and/or a drum set. These extended groups are better for large dances and up-tempo affairs.
Modern more economical and easier to transport, smaller steel bands can consist of 2 or 3 players using keyboards for chords, bass and percussion parts. Modern electronics have created very high quality instrumental sounds that are nearly unmistakable for the real instruments. The big advantage, is that you do not need the large "bass pans" that require trucks for moving! Smaller groups are appropriate for events that require simple warm weather "atmosphere", such as weddings and promotional events.

North Star's
The North Star's Steel Orchestra is one of the country’s hottest authentic Caribbean Steel Ensembles. They are the UK’s Steel Band Champions 2002 / 2003. Held as part of the Notting Hill Carnival, the competition is keenly contested and they are the first non-London steel band to win this highly prestigious award.
The North Star's are highly versatile and will enhance a party’s tropical feeling. They can appeal to the head, heart & pelvis in equal measure! They perform year-round at parties, weddings, corporate and special events, festivals, restaurants, hotels and country clubs creating an irresistible carnival atmosphere.

Sun Sea & Sand
Sun Sea & Sand Steel Band, invite you to enjoy the irresistible rhythms and seductive sounds of the evocative steel drums. The band plays a variety of Caribbean music including calypso and reggae as well as other popular musical styles including Brazilian samba, soca, bossa-nova, mambo and Caribbean versions of modern hits.
The band provides brilliant background ambiance or delicious music dancing for weddings, cocktail receptions, company parties, post-holiday parties, concerts, and corporate events. For an authentic tropical flavour, Sun Sea & Sand will create the perfect atmosphere for you.