Sweet Soca finalist Marzville was energetic in his performance.
The Mosaic Steel Orchestra were impressive with their skills and looked great in their attire.
B’dians turn out in numbers for ‘Pan Pun de Sand’
This past weekend was filled with pan events and culminated with the massive “Pan Pun de Sand” on Sunday.
Thousands of people braved the high temperatures and trekked to Brandons Beach for the musical extravaganza. Beach chairs could be seen sprinkled throughout the audience by those who came prepared for the almost eight-hour long show. The Combermere School Steel Orchestra opened the Pan in De Yard segment. They were joined by Tuk Pan on the Move.
In the Bajan Gems section which followed Aceworx Community Steel Orchestra kept the momentum going. Cave Shepherd provided the beautiful designs which were showcased by the youthful models who strutted their stuff on the runway. Upfront were the recent winners of the “Face of Cave Shepherd” Competition.
Tribute was paid to late musician Adrian “Boo” Husbands by the award winning Daryll Jordan Secondary Steel Orchestra, led by Ryan Blackman. They upped the tempo playing hits from across the region. They were joined by Biggie Irie who was in fine voice.
Talented musician Dwight Callender made a solo pan presentation. He provided the musical accompaniment for the skilled Riddim Tribe dancers whose gyrations kept the audiences eyes glued centre stage. Sanctuary also joined him in his set with his extremely popular song “Somebody Pick Me Up”. Singer Nikita also kept the crowd moving as she too accompanied Callender.
The SKF band featuring hometown boy and sweet singing Mistah Dale were also among the line-up.
The highlight for the night was the Mosaic band which boasts of being Barbados’ largest steel orchestra. This band led by David “ZigE” Walcott , literally “upped de ting” when they hit the stage. They were bedecked in pristine white military garb and fittingly started their set with a salute to the crowd. The junior members of the team came to the forefront to showcase their skills during their dance filled presentation. Marzville complemented the set with his waistline movements. The entertaining show closed out just before ten pm. (ST)