Pan-round-neck This article presents an account of the pan-round-neck tradition in UK carnivals based on the views of the supporters of this art form. It focuses largely on the Notting Hill carnival, and the experiences of young people who are themselves pan players in Nostalgia Steelband. The performers account a pattern of the collective experiences […]
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Grand Carnival Splash 2009
The Grand Carnival Splash 2009 Organised by the Notting Hill Mas Bands Association (NHMBA) , the event allows Carnivalists to showcase costumes that are too large for the crowded streets of Notting Hill, creating a spectacular display that lights up Alexandra Palace. Competition for the titles, across four age groups, for Best King of Carnival, […]
Carnival Village opens the Tabernacle
Carnival Village opens the Tabernacle. London’s iconic music and arts venue The Tabernacle has opened its doors to the general public under the management of Carnival Village following approval by the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea. In its history the Tabernacle has hosted many famous performers including Aswad, R.E.M, Damon Albarn, Courtney Pine and […]
Nostalgia Steelband celebrates 40 years on the Road
Nostalgia Steelband, London’s Standard-bearer of ‘Pan-round-Neck’ celebrates 40 years on the Road. by Haroun Shah In 1969, Philmore Davidson coined the name ‘Nostalgia’ for a steelband whose roots are embedded in the history of the legendary Trinidad All Steel Percussion Orchestra (TASPO). Its eminent founders, Sterling Betancourt and Russell Henderson arrived in England in 1951 […]
Trinidad Carnival 2009 review
Trinidad Carnival 2009 Featuring Desperadoes the Finest steel Orchestra in the World Review by Mighty Jamma The first time I saw Despers, I was with my brother Norman in 1981. They were performing at the Birmingham Odeon, (as part of their UK tour). The whole audience was transfixed, we were amazed with the standard and […]