How to Play C-20 steel pan

How to Play C-20 steel panThis book caters to a wide range of players, from absolute beginners to those with a few years of experience on the pan. Its primary aim is to help you master the fundamentals of pan playing and develop essential music reading skills. By the time you finish the book, youll be equipped to explore more music on your own. Designed for both group and individual learning, this book is a valuable resource for educators and aspiring players alike, guiding

This book caters to a wide range of players, from absolute beginners to those with a few years of experience on the pan. Its primary aim is to help you master the fundamentals of pan-playing and develop essential music reading skills. By the time you finish the book, you’ll be equipped to explore more music on your own.

Designed for both group and individual learning, this book is a valuable resource for educators and aspiring players alike, guiding them through the process of learning to play the C-20 Steelpan. Topics covered include grip and playing technique, instrument care and maintenance, basic music reading, the history of the steelpan, and details about the C-20 steelpan itself. It also offers practice tips, scales, exercises, etudes, and guidance on what to do once you’ve completed the book. If you follow along diligently from start to finish, you should feel confident moving on to more challenging music.

The "How to Play the C-20 Steelpan" book is crafted to support anyone, whether you're new to music or steelpan, or you already have some experience. It aims to help you progress steadily without overwhelming you. Along the way, you'll learn popular Caribbean standards and some familiar tunes while refining your pan-playing basics.

In the Classroom

This book is a versatile resource. It delves into the history of the steelpan, which makes it ideal for cross-curricular instruction, while also providing students with a solid foundation and respect for the instrument. Pages dedicated to grip, technique, care, and maintenance can easily be displayed in the classroom for students to reference. With a variety of etudes, exercises, pieces, and scales, this book will quickly get students playing, offer them plenty of material to work with, and prepare them for the next stage of their musical journey.

Difficulty Level: Beginner to Intermediate

About the Author

Jordan Morrison is a composer, arranger, educator, and performer. With extensive experience teaching a variety of music courses, including Jazz Band, Steelband, Music Theory, and more, Jordan has mentored hundreds of teachers and worked with thousands of students in schools, non-profits, and private studios. As a composer and performer, he has explored diverse opportunities—from performing at a bowling conference to composing music for a live soap opera and leading a virtual drum circle for people with cochlear implants. Jordan currently serves as the Music Education Director at W.O. Smith Nashville Community Music School and resides just outside Nashville, TN.