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Barracuda Steel Drums recognizes the individual stylistic and artistic choices of each of its craftsman, and credits them by name for their work. In honor of Dr. Mannette’s long and lasting contribution to this art form, Barracuda Steel Drums is named for one of his most iconic instruments. Steel drums are a young instrument, dating from circa 1946 and evolving into their present form in less than

a century. They come from the Caribbean country of Trinidad and Tobago, where Dr. Ellie Mannette was born in 1927. Widely regarded as the “father” of the modern steel drum, Dr. Mannette is as close to its inventor as any one person can be, and is active in the art form as one of its top craftsmen. His vision of the symphonic capabilities of an instrument that originally sounded like a trashcan sustained him through decades of difficult and passionate work. He has achieved more tonal sophistication than his critics ever imagined, and is still driven to achieve a more perfect sound. Dr. Mannette came to the US in 1967, and eventually settled in West Virginia to take on apprentices. His program continues to be the only one of its kind, and may prove to be the most important of Dr. Mannette’s achievements. He knew the art form would not reach another generation without the establishment of this kind of training program. Undoubtedly, without Dr. Ellie Mannette’s vision and dedication, the steel band art form would not be what it is today.

05/20/2015

Live on the occasion of the PANCH Andy Narell Project 2013. www.panch.ch Ferrum Helveticum led by Claudio Pini. This large steel orchestra hushes even the ha...

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05/10/2015

Hey! It's me! :)

As the first woman to tune for the legendary Panorama competition in Trinidad, Emily Lemmerman has become a pioneer in the steelpan movement. Traditionally, pan builders, known in Trinidad as...

03/07/2015

Hey, guys! So, are you interested in playing Panorama, but can't get to Trinidad during Carnival season or to NYC over Labor Day? I can help advise if you're interested in either of those experiences, but there are also Panoramas across the Caribbean over the summer months. This year, Panorama in St Vincent is on July 2, and in Antigua, it's on July 31. If you're interested in an authentic Panorama experience this summer, send me a message, and I'll help you organize!

03/06/2015

I'm back from five weeks of blending in Trinidad, planning my next six months of tunings. In the works: New York, Switzerland, Antigua, California, London! and of course, plenty work here in Texas...

12/02/2014

Want a lead pan in time for the holidays??? I have several affordable, chromed, Low C- High G imported tenor pans available, with cases and sticks! They were built in Trinidad, and I did the final tuning here. Message me if you're interested!

07/30/2014

One of my all-time favorite testimonials (some small ESL issues, but the sentiment is fabulous!)

Dear Emily:

I love you. You are a person with we can steel horses!! You are a music women with a good feeling! I would be happy to meet you again! Perhaps we can meet us in Trinidad. When do you go for the next Panorama?

I was playing my yellow D(trouble) Second after your tuning. It sounds very sexy! I like this Pan like my cats Boogsie and Trini. Can you understand that? Our home is open for you. You can always stay with us on a family way!

04/02/2014

Tomorrow: tuning in Dallas!

03/22/2014

I'm so sad to hear the news about Edwin Pouchet. I was glad to know him- he was always very welcoming and supportive of me. I was so lucky to meet and work with him in 2009, and his was a face I was always happy to see over my many visits to Trinidad. My condolences to his family as well as the PCS Silver Stars Steel Orchestra community.

03/22/2014

Today and tomorrow: in College Station, TX, to blend up A&M!

03/20/2014

I'm hoping to link to a calendar soon, but here's a partial overview of my tunings this month...please message me if you'd like to get added to the schedule!

March 10-14: Denton, TX: University of North Texas, Krum HS
March 15-17: Austin, Texas: McCallum Fine Arts Academy
March 21-23:College Station, Texas: Texas A&M
March 28: Austin, Texas: Gorzycki Middle School
March 30: Red Oak, Texas: Shields Elementary

April 17-19: Houston, Texas: San Jacinto CC
April 26-29: Austin, Texas: Concerts with Ray Holman
April 30-May 3: Ithaca, New York: Ithaca College

May 9: Virginia Beach, Virginia: adjudicating for the VAFestival

Thanks for the support, WST!!!http://www.panonthenet.com/woman/2013/emily-lemmerman-3-31-2013.htm
03/13/2014

Thanks for the support, WST!!!

http://www.panonthenet.com/woman/2013/emily-lemmerman-3-31-2013.htm

She is both a respected tuner and player. She has lived and experienced the challenge of Trinidad Panorama and the US school system. In an exclusive interview with When Steel Talks, Emily Lemmerman shares her experiences and extraordinary journey with the steelpan.

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