Usually, Carnival Lagniappe features relaxed versions of winning performances from the winners, but that was not the case for Golden Hands Steel Orchestra. Golden Hands tied with T&TEC New East Side Dimension for first place in the Small Conventional Steelbands Competition. Golden Hands was wonderful tonight. It felt like a winning performance played for a finals competition... just sweet as sweet can be!
The energy in the air was palpable, with the crowd erupting in cheers and applause after each mesmerizing tune. It was a night that showcased the true spirit of Carnival (even though King Carnival is resting until next year), where every note resonated with passion and talent, leaving everyone eager for more
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Event: Carnival Lagniappe 2025
Achievement: Co-Champion Small Conventional Steelbands Panorama Competition
Band: Golden Hands
Tune of Choice: Mih Lover
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
Genre: Steelband Music
Video Courtesy of WACK Visual Radio 90.1FM
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