Jimmy Buffet
In the book "The Cay" by Theodore Taylor, steel bands refer to musical groups that play steel drums, which are large, metal percussion instruments originating from Trinidad and Tobago. The steel bands in the book are mentioned as a form of entertainment and cultural expression.
No,mon.
Some groups use steel drums.
steel bands originated from jamaicaSteel bands did NOT originate in Jamaica. It originated in Trinidad & Tobago when they converted the old steel drums used for storing oil into the only musical instrument developed in the 20th century.
Bass drums are used in marching bands, concert bands, orchestras, rock bands, you name it.
The conga and the bongo drums, and occasionally the steel drums
bongo drums and steel drums and electric drums
Steel drums are made from a specific grade of steel, but not what is known as stainless steel.
Steel bands have evolved from improvised instruments made from discarded oil drums in Trinidad and Tobago to complex ensembles with multiple sections and intricate arrangements. They have expanded their repertoire to include a wide variety of musical genres beyond traditional calypso and soca. Steel bands have gained global popularity and are now featured in music festivals and performances around the world.
Typically, traditional country bands will use fiddles, harmonicas, steel guitars, acoustic guitars, and drums.
Almost always there are drums in a military band.
Contrary to popular belief, the Steel Drums did not come from Jamaica. Instead it came from the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago