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Barrels to Beethoven @ The Maker Faire

October 13, 2015

Barrels to Beethoven helps to “set the tone” at Pittsburghs first Maker Faire! This was the feedback we received from the Maker Faire team. What a compliment to our organization! We were so happy to participate in the Maker Faire. The Barrels to Beethoven booth welcomed guests as they entered the Faire and provided not … More Barrels to Beethoven @ The Maker Faire

What is a steelpan?

October 7, 2015

The steelpan or pan, is a musical instrument developed in the English speaking nations of the Caribbean. Countries like Guyana, Barbados and most popularly known for steelpan, Trinidad. The only new acoustic instrument developed in the 20th century the steelpan is handmade from a 55-gallon steel barrel, or steel drum. A series of hammers are … More What is a steelpan?