The steelpan (also known as a pan or steel drum) is a musical instrument originating in Trinidad and Tobago. Steelpan musicians are called pannists. In 2023, the United Nations General Assembly declared August 11 as World Steelpan Day.

2025年1月21日 · steel drum, tuned gong made from the unstoppered end and part of the wall of a metal shipping drum. The end surface is hammered concave, and several areas are outlined by acoustically important chiseled grooves. It is heated and tempered, and bosses, or domes, are hammered into the outlined areas.

2024年1月10日 · Steel drums come in various types, each with its own distinct range and characteristics. The most common types include the tenor, double tenor, double second, cello, guitar, and bass drums. Each type is tuned to specific pitches, contributing to the overall ensemble of a steel drum orchestra.

Fifty years after the Second World War, pan makers have developed the steel drum into the marvelous instrument that it is today through sophisticated experimentation with the metal parameters, intuition and a good musical ear.

The steel pan, also known as the steel drum, is a musical instrument that represents the heart and soul of Caribbean culture, particularly in Trinidad and Tobago, where it originated. Known for its vibrant, melodic sound, steel pan music is synonymous with the lively rhythms of the Caribbean, and its significance extends far beyond entertainment.

2023年10月6日 · The steel pan, the tuned steel drum, is one of the few genuinely novel acoustic instruments invented in the twentieth century. Its origin is believed to be dustbins, used as rhythm instruments by the traditional Carnival bands of Trinidad & Tobago in the 1930's.

2024年9月22日 · The steel drum is not just a musical instrument; it is a symbol of cultural identity, resilience, and creativity. Originating in Trinidad and Tobago, it has evolved into a beloved instrument that transcends geographic and cultural boundaries.