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Play the Steelpan
Tenor Pan for Beginners

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This video introduces the tenor pan to the
beginner and is divided into four simple lessons.
No previous knowledge of the steelpan is
necessary.

Instructions by Harold Headley.

Running time 75 minutes.

   

 

 

Pan Fusion

A four-part series that explores the history and
evolution of the pan movement in Trinidad and
Tobago.

Running time 104 minutes.

     
 

Panorama The National Steelband Finals:
1996,1997,1999, 2000, 2001

Showcases the music of the Panorama finalists, who together constitute the best pan orchestras in the world.

Running time approximately 120 minutes each.

     
  Panorama Champions of the 20th
Century - A Tribute to Excellence

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This video profiles some of the most memorable
moments in Panorama history. In all, we are treated
to eleven of the best Pan Orchestras each playing
two songs that capture the essence and complexity
of pan music.

Running time 240 mins.

     
  Streets of Colour -
The Culture of Mas in Trinidad and Tobago
by Dalton Narine

A comprehensive overview of the origins and evolution
of Trinidad’s Carnival. The commentary on the
Panorama celebrations is incisive and thorough.

Running time 60 mins.

 
 Literature
     
  Melodies for the Mini C Pan
Scores Notated by Merle Albino DeCoteau and
steelpan played by Dane Gulston

A compilation of traditional and popular songs for
the Mini C pan. Complete with scores and compact
disc, these melodies can be easily followed and
played by anyone.

Total of 20 melodies.

     
  How to Play The Soprano Pan (Fifth Style)
- by Jimi Phillip

A comprehensive introduction to the soprano pan.
Includes information on basic music theory and
rudimentary exercises in scales, chords and melodies.

Also teaches basic techniques in rolling and sticking
(64 pages).

     
  Steelpan playing with Theory-by Salah A. Wilson

An overview of the pan tracing its evolution and
growth. This guide introduces the user to basic
music theory ( intervals, scales and music harmony)
and jazz improvisation.

The book has a full compliment of sheet music made
for the pan. A great teaching tool for any serious
student of pan.

     
  Teach Yourself to Play Pan The Tenor Pan
(Volume One) - by Sherman Fyfe

An introductory guide to the tenor pan (fourths
and fifths). Trains the first time player to use hands,
eyes and ears to attain competency in playing
simple tunes on their own.

(27 pages).

     
  Teach Yourself to Play the Double Tenor
(Volume Two) - by Sherman Fyfe

A pictorial guide to playing the double tenor.
The book is divided into three sections that look
at the instrument, the major scales and chord
construction respectively. Also gives a brief
history of the steel band movement.

(24 pages).

     
  Teach Yourself to Play Pan - The Double Second
(Volume Three) - by Sherman Fyfe

Gives an insight into the instrument by tracing its
evolution from a single second twenty years ago.
The book explores the major scales, chords,
strumming and sticking.

(30 pages)

     
  Teach Yourself to Play Pan Advanced Pan (Volume 4)
Sherman Fyfe

A complete guide to pan playing for the intermediate
and advanced player. Divided into seven sections
including the music alphabet, time, major scales,
strumming and sticking. Provides guidance for the
ensemble or small steelband.

(68 pages).

     
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