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Barry Olsavsky
Barry Olsavsky has been performing on steel drums since 1986 after attending a workshop at the University of Georgia where he studied steel drums with Ellie Mannette, one of the pivotal figures in the creation of the modern steel drum instrument. Barry has performed around the south eastern US as a solo playing private and corporate events, restaurants and weddings and around the country with his tour group Caribbean Sound Steel Pan & World Music Ensemble. Barry also travels and plays steel drums with Jimmy Parrish and the Ocean Waves Band, a Trop-Rock band based in Jacksonville, Fl. Currently Barry is Executive Director of CST Entertainment Productions LLC and director and instructor of CST School of Percussion. He has spent many years traveling to Trinidad and Tobago to continue his study of steel drums.
Looking for the exciting sound of steel drums and tropical music to add a special touch to your occasion? “Tropico” has just what you need. Bring the sound of Trinidad & Tobago, steel drums, Caribbean music, and the islands in one complete package. What could be more romantic then the enchanting sound of steel drums at your rehearsal dinner? How about a Caribbean wedding reception. A tropical party around the pool sipping a tall, cool, frosty beverage? Your guests will be taken away to exotic destinations as they enter your event.
”Tropico” Solo Steel Pan includes Barry Olsavsky performing on Invader Lead Pan and Double Seconds as a “One Man Band,” along with background tracks with the music of Calypso, Soca, Reggae, Jimmy Buffett, Christmas, and strolling steel pan. Jimmy Buffett, Bob Marley, UB 40, Harry Belafonte, George Benson, Disney, limbo, Calypso, Reggae, all the music you love to hear on steel pans. This is perfect for small functions, rehearsal dinners, cocktail hours for weddings, pool parties……….for more details check his website: http://www.tropicomusic.net
