Tour · Toronto All Stars Steel OrchestraCremona – Italy

Musician’s perspective:

“Of course, the pinnacle of our trip was our much-anticipated performances. Countless hours of training and preparation led us to this moment, and it was time to shine. In the grand “La Piazza del Comune” setting, we set up our steel pans on the stage. The music resonated through the air as we played an array of captivating songs, including the lively tunes of Mambo Caliente, the soulful rhythms of Brazil, and the heartfelt melodies of I’ll Be Missing You. The audience, a mix of locals and fellow musicians, embraced the contagious energy emanating from our performance. It was evident that many had never witnessed a youth steel pan band before.”

From the 2023 travel log, Day 7: A climb up the Torrazzo bell tower and a visit to the violin museum, then the concert in La Piazza del Comune: Mambo Caliente, Brazil and I'll Be Missing You for a crowd of locals and musicians, many hearing a youth steel band for the first time. Thanks to Alireza, Mitze and Amelie, who washed every uniform that morning.