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About USSA

In 1950, Rudy King played a tenor pan (then known as the ping pong) at the Apollo Theatre in Harlem, N.Y. Since that time, steelband music has been a staple in New York City. In 2001, the summer in Brooklyn wouldn’t be the same without the melodious sounds of Steelbands in the air as bands rehearse for panorama. However, for too long that has been the only way for steelband lovers to experience pan in New York.

With the formation of the The United States Steelband Association (USSA), there is finally an organization that is acting in the best interest of steelbands. USSA was founded and is managed by members of the steelband fraternity. The orgnaizations that have joined forces are: Pantonic, Sonatas, Adlib, Despers USA, Pan Rebels, Dem Stars, NY Nutones, Sesame Flyers, Caribbean Youth Panoramics, Tasso USA, Invaders, Pan Ambassadors, Harlem All-Stars, Marsicans, Pan Ivory, Moods Pan Groove, Utopia Pan Soul, NY All Stars and Brooklynaires. They have agreed to form a cohesive bond with the purpose of elevating the world’s awareness and appreciation of the steelpan, the only acoustical musical instrument invented in the 20^th century.

This Double CD of NYC Panorama 2001 is the first of a series to be produced by USSA. Look out for future releases including "Reflections in Steel", NY Panorama 2002 and our 2002 Christmas CD.

Disc One

• Pantonic - Stranger
• Sonatas – Rain Melody
• Adlib – Rain Melody
• Despers USA – Song of Praise
• Pan Rebels - Freedom
• Dem Stars - Stranger
• NY Nutones – Nah Leaving

Disc Two

• Sesame Flyers - Stranger
• Caribbean Youth Panoramics – Power of the Song
• Tasso USA – Rain Melody
• Invaders/Ambassadors – Nah Leaving
• Harlem All Stars – Raindrops on my Pan