Get in on the fun — learn to play pan! Steelband classes for
all ages are available in Blue Hill. This is your chance to learn to
play and get in on the fun of playing in a steelband. Prior musical
experience is NOT required and instruments ARE supplied for all classes.
All classes are held in the “Pan room” at George Stevens
Academy in Blue Hill, Maine. Registration is at the first meeting of
each class.
Dancing to a steelband is great, but playing
in one is even more fun!!!
Adult Education Classes
Beginner's Class
(for adults and students 8th grade and up)
Information:
Nigel
Chase, Instructor
207-326-4025 (winter only) or 207-326-9324 (summer)
Children’s Classes
Pan Pirates
(for kids 3rd - 7th grade)
Rhythm Rockets Steelband
(for elementary level kids)
Information:
Nigel Chase, Instructor
207-326-4025 (winter only) or 207-326-9324 (summer)
High School Classes
Planet Pan Steelband
Participation in Planet
Pan Steelband is available to all teenagers attending area high
schools. Classes are held Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:00 - 7:00 beginning
September 12 and running through the school year.
Planet Pan Photo Gallery...
Contact:
Nigel Chase, Planet Pan Director
207-326-4025 (winter only) or 207-326-9324 (summer)
GSA Steel Drum Program
For students attending George Stevens Academy in Blue Hill, Maine,
steel band classes are taught each term. Students are taught the history
and development of the steel drum as a musical instrument and, upon
completion of the course, will be able to play four or five selections.
Contact:
Nigel Chase, Instructor, George Stevens Academy
207-374-2808
Community Steelband for everyone!
Membership in Flash in the Pans is open to anyone of any age with prior steel pan experience. Members of this ensemble range in age from 7 to 70.
Classes are held Thursdays 7:30 - 9:00 beginning October 7 and continuing
into May.
Contact:
Nigel Chase, Director
07-326-4025 (winter only) or 207-326-9324 (summer)
Other Maine Programs
Also, in Bucksport, Maine, the Bucksport Adult and Community Education
group offers membership in their steelband "Steel Appeal".
Contact:
Kate Morse
207-469-0792
katem@acadia.net