Greetings everyone!
I am sharing some info below if you or anyone you know is interested in attending a free steelpan workshop.
Toronto Public Library - Pape/Danforth
Steelpan: Hands On Fun
Monday, February 13
4pm - 4:45pm
Ages: 7 - 13
Join Suzette as she leads participants on a hands-on experience with the steelpan. Technique on holding the sticks, stance, playing a scale, and a simple song will be taught. No musical experience required.
Steelpan: From Skin to Steel and Beyond
Monday, February 13
5:30pm - 7pm
Adults
How did the banning of the African skin drum lead to the creation of the tamboo bamboo, ping pong, and eventually the creation of the steelpan?
Join Suzette Vidale as she speaks about the instrument's origins, evolution and current innovations.
You will have the opportunity to play a simple song on the steelpan. No musical experience required.
Space is limited. Registration Required.
To register contact Pape/Danforth Branch: 416-393-7727
Toronto Public Library - Dufferin/St. Clair
1625 Dufferin Street
Steelpan: Hands On Fun
Saturday, February 18
12pm - 12:45pm
Ages: 7 - 13
Steelpan: Hands On Fun
Saturday, February 18
1pm - 1:45pm
Teens
Steelpan: From Skin to Steel and Beyond
Saturday, February 18
2pm - 3pm
Adults
How did the banning of the African skin drum lead to the creation of the tamboo bamboo, ping pong, and eventually the creation of the steelpan? Join Suzette as she speaks about the instrument's origins, evolution and current innovations. You will have the opportunity to play a simple song on the steelpan. No musical experience required.
Drop in. Space is limited.
DID YOU KNOW…
You can borrow an instrument from the Sun Life Musical Lending Library with your library card?
Musical instrument lending library locations
Parkdale: 1303 Queen Street West, 416-393-7686
Downsview: 2793 Keele Street, 416-395-5720
York Woods: 1785 Finch Avenue West, 416-395-5980