Image from Pan Trinbago Facebook Page Live Video Performance © Pan Trinbago/Golden Hands.
The Golden Hands Steel Orchestra ignited the community on Saturday evening during Pan Trinibago's Small Conventional Bands Preliminary Round of competition. The air was filled with excitement and anticipation, and the talented young players did not disappoint.
For their performance, Golden Hands chose to play Lord Nelson's 1982 carnival anthem "Mih Lover," a song that holds a special place in the hearts of many, originally arranged by the legendary Clive Bradley. This year, the band relied on their trusted arranger, Vanessa Headley-Brewster, to revitalize this timeless song. Vanessa's arrangement was truly magical, perfectly capturing the essence of the original while infusing it with a fresh, contemporary vibe. Vanessa, a regular Sunday radio host at WACK Radio's pan segment, will have to consistently express her gratitude to her callers, who are sure to call in to praise her marvelous work on the arrangement and the outstanding performance of the young players.
The band's performance was a true testament to their dedication and hard work. Each note resonated with precision and emotion, showcasing their remarkable talent. The young pan players of Golden Hands played with a passion and energy that could be seen and felt during their performance, bringing the audience to their feet and filling the venue with vibrant, uplifting melodies.
Golden Hands' stellar performance at the preliminary round is a promising sign of excellent things to come. Their ability to honor the legacy of Lord Nelson and Clive Bradley while adding their unique flair is a testament to their artistic prowess and commitment to excellence.
As we await the competition's results, we can be certain that Golden Hands Steel Orchestra's performance will be remembered as one of the event's highlights. Their blend of youthful exuberance and skilled musicianship set a high bar for other competitors and won the hearts of all who had the privilege of witnessing their performance.
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Event/Competition: Pan Trinbago’s Small Conventional Bands Preliminaries 2025
Band: Golden Hands
Tune of Choice: Full of Vibe
Original Song Artist/Performed by: Lord Nelson
Original song arranged by: Clive Bradley (1982)
Album: We Like It
Arrangement for Harvard Harps by: Vanessa Headley-Brewster
Drill Master: Kenny McCloud
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago
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Genre: Steelband Music
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Mih Lover by Lord Nelson.