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  • WHAT IS THE STEEL PAN? The steel pan (or steel drum) is the national instrument of Trinidad and Tobago. Our steel drums are handmade from 55-gallon oil barrels and are fully chromatic instruments capable of playing any song in any key. As music educators, professional performers, and lifelong students of the instrument, we also offer educational concerts about the origins and history of the steel pan.

  • IS THERE A SINGER IN THE BAND? We are an instrumental group with no vocals. We do play many songs you will recognize and we encourage you to sing along!

  • HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO HIRE STEELWORKS? Pricing varies based on location, date, ensemble preference, and length of event. Contact us HERE for pricing and availability!

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  • ARE YOU WILLING TO TRAVEL? Yes! We regularly travel all over the surrounding region to perform.

  • IS A DEPOSIT OR CANCELLATION FEE REQUIRED? We typically require a deposit to hold a date. There are additional details regarding cancellations and rescheduling outlined in the contract. Please contact us with any questions.

  • DOES STEELWORKS PLAY WITH RECORDED TRACKS? No way! We are very proud to offer 100% live, acoustic music performed by professional musicians. 

  • DOES STEELWORKS PERFORM OUTDOORS? We often play outdoors! We do require a shaded 10x10 space such as a tent, overhang, or large umbrella. Steel drums temporarily go out of tune when exposed to direct sunlight.

  • HOW MUCH SPACE IS NEEDED? Our full band (quartet) and trio require a 10'x10' shaded space. Our duo needs 10'x5' shaded space

  • WHAT IF I DON’T HAVE A SHADED AREA? No problem! A 10'x10' tent can be rented from us. Please mention this at the time of booking.

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  • DO YOU REQUIRE POWER? For our full band (quartet), we require one grounded outlet. For our duo and trio options, no power is necessary. We are fully acoustic!

  • HOW FAR IN ADVANCE DO I NEED TO BOOK THE BAND?
    We do not have a specific timeframe in which you need to book the band. Of course, the earlier you book your event, the more likely we are to be available! 

  • CAN I REQUEST SPECIFIC MUSIC FOR THE BAND TO PLAY? Check out our music selection HERE. We have a large selection of music in a variety of genres. If we have it in our book, we can certainly play it. Otherwise, we do arrangements!