Have a “Steel Band Experience” and learn to play Caribbean steel drums in one fun-filled, fast-paced, and easy introductory session!
Steel Drum Workshops allow YOU to become the steel drum band in this fast-paced, fun-filled 90-minute session.
- Ideal for groups of 5-50 people
- Steel drums and rhythm instruments are provided
- No musical training (or talent!) required
- Ages 12 and above
- 90-minute group classes offered in San Francisco (See “Announcements” for next scheduled class)
- We can also bring the steel drums to your location for your group
Go from rank beginner to bona fide steel drummer in a steel drum band in just one session!
Great for
- Interactive party fun your guests will never forget
- Individuals who don’t have time to invest in weekly music lessons or who want to try a single, introductory experience on steel drums
- Senior centers
- Church groups
- Special occasions
- Civic organizations
- Neighborhood associations
- Community centers
Schedule an interactive “Steel Band Experience” for you or your group today!
Read what people are saying about Mary Spalding’s Steel Drum Workshops:
“You’ll leave with a big smile. Mary Spalding’s steel drum class was just plain FUN. Informal, playful, social, and of course musical. I felt like a kid with great big cool toys to play with and no stern schoolmaster to dampen my enthusiasm. It’s obvious that Mary loves what she does, and her passion for the steel pan is contagious. I loved seeing her in the video from Carnival in Trinidad.” Josepha R.
“Mary and Steel Jam Rock!! I thoroughly enjoyed my Steel Jam experience. Mary is passionate about “the pans” and her enthusiasm is infectious. The group lesson is lots of fun and a great way to get a bunch of people together for an evening. And you definitely learn how to play the steel drums! Regardless of your musical abilities, Mary will have you playing tunes and wanting to book the next flight to the Caribbean.” Amy B.
“Daring, Adventurous and Best of all – FUN!!!! Mary is a wonderful, funny, knowledgeable, interesting, fantastic teacher. I had the best time learning how to play the steel drums. She gave us a history of steel drums and shared with us her own experience playing in a steel drum band. This was a fun and different experience for me and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Want to learn how to play the steel drums – contact Mary! She’s great!!!!! Cheryl W.
“”Mary’s steel drum class is a blast!” My only musical talent is picking which CD to listen to, so I was skeptical and nervous. I really had fun and came out of the class feeling that I had really learned something.” Tony B.
“Mary is a great teacher with a fun passion for the pan drums. She was patient with unruly adults and offered us every chance to succeed. The time flew by and I can’t wait to have a second chance with Mary, the drums and learn another song or 2!” Ellen S.
“What FUN !!! Who knew you could get that many steel drums in one room !!! Everyone seemed to have a good time and we were all working together to create great music. Mary made it simple and fun and I know I felt successful at being able to understand the basics of the steel drum. Thanks Mary.” Sherri H.
“I enjoyed the class immensely. As a person who cannot read music, I was concerned about how I would manage the class. But Mary worked that extremely well. She was able to teach us our parts and have us playing together in a very short time. Mary’s teaching manner is professional, gentle, knowledgeable, and thorough. I had a great time working with her and am most pleased that I took the class.” Jay D.
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