Caribbean Sound
Orchestra Programs
Caribbean Sound offers several symphony programming productions all with one goal in mind-to share a variety of wonderful music with audiences young and old. They are one of the elite groups in the world to successfully combine the beautiful sound of steel drums and Caribbean music into the orchestral setting bringing these enchanting sounds to the symphonic venue. All orchestrations are provided by Caribbean Sound scored for 1 PIC 2FL 2OB 2CL 1 BCL 2BSN 3TP 3TB 1 TB 4HRN T+3 8/8/6/5/4. Additonal strings can be added if desired. |
An Evening with Caribbean Sound |
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| The extraordinary and marvelous Pops show "An Evening with Caribbean Sound" highlights the talents and virtuosity of this fantastic ensemble hosts an amazing array of music performed on steel pans. Jazz, Classical, Patriotic and original compositions are skillfully blended with the beautiful sound of steel drums and the mystical warm atmosphere of the Caribbean into the orchestral setting. Caribbean Sound brings a fun-filled evening of music and entertainment along with palm trees, the up-beat antics of the ensemble members, and maybe a blender or two for an unforgettable evening of World entertainment. A terrific show for Pops Series or summer concerts featuring some of the Caribbean's most exciting music-Calypso. | |
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Caribbean Sound with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra. |
"An American Carnival" |
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The highly acclaimed Family show "An American Carnival" captivates the audience with the marvelous history and development of the steel pan as told by ensemble member Mike Wilson. This show features the dazzling costumes and instruments of an African Ensemble, a Marching Band, Bottle & Spoon Bands, Tamboo Bamboo bands (Tamboo Bamboo are instruments made of large pieces of bamboo struck on the floor), a Metal Band (you've got to see what they do with a 55 gallon barrel), and Pan Around the Neck. Oh, but this is not the entire show. "An American Carnival" hosts an amazing array of music performed on steel pans including hits like "Under The Sea" and "Kiss the Girl from "The Little Mermaid" and original compositions. "An American Carnival" will fill the concert venue with the enchanting and magical sounds of this magnificent instrument and have the kids dancing in the isles. Listen to Wave files of the orchestrations by scrolling down the page. | |
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"Christmas in the Caribbean" |
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"Ho Ho Ho and a bottle of rhum, Santa's run off to the Caribbean!" |
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| Warm up those chilly winter evenings with this all new production from Caribbean Sound entitled "Christmas in the Caribbean." Enjoy all of your holiday favorites mixed with a touch of tropical essence as they present a wonderful evening of Christmas "Island Style." Rasta Santa comes to town with his bag full of all the things that make the holidays under a Christmas Palm special for the whole family. This is a great show for Pops or Family concerts. | |
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Past engagements
Caribbean Sound with the Rockford Symphony Orchestra at the Coronado Theatre, March 2005.
Steve Larsen conducting
The Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra-Pops 1995, 1996, Family Concert 2000, 2004.
The Owensboro Symphony Orchestra-Pops 2002.
The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra-Pops 2003.
The Rockford Symphony Orchestra-Pops, Family, YPC 2005.
The Memphis Symphony Orchestra-Family Concert 2008.
Pops concert with the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra at the Florida Theatre, February 1996.
Michael Krajewski conducting
Below are samples from 4 orchestraions available for Pops and Family shows. All orchestrations are done by Barry Olsavsky and are scored for 1 Pic, 2 Fl, 2 Ob, 2 Cl, 1 B CL, 2 Bsn, 4 H, 3 Tp, 3 Tb, 1 Tuba, T+3, 8/8/6/5/4. Addtional string parts are available. The Armed Forces Medley features the 5 service themes plus Stars & Stripes. Island Jammers is a medely of some of the popular island songs over the years featuring Yellow Bird, Banana Boat, Jamaica Farewell, Boardwalk, Under Neath the Mango Tree and Jump in the Line. Last Train Home is a Pat Metheny tune featuring our bass player Sean Tarleton and orchestrated for strings. Santa Maria is a Latin-based tune from the CD Evolution. |
Clip 1 from Armed Forces Medley |
Clip 2 from Armed Forces Medley |
Clip 1 from Island Jammers Medley |
Clip 2 from Island Jammers Medley |
Clip 3 from Island Jammers Medley |
Clip 4 from Island Jammers Medley |
Clip from Last Train Home |
Clip from Santa Maria |
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Electronic Press Kit
Please click here to download the Caribbean Sound Orchestra Electronic Press Kit.
Quotes:
"It was a pleasure to have Caribbean Sound in Memphis for our Family Concert."
James Feddeck, Assistant Conductor, Memphis Symphony Orchestra
"Melodic, pulsating, colorful sounds-sure to captivate all who hear them."
Michael Krajewski, Principal Pops Conductor, Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra
"Caribbean Sound was the highlight of our Family Series."
Cecil Cole, Artistic Administrator, Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra
"Caribbean Sound brings a wonderful sense of style and passion for their music that is absolutely infectious."
Charlie Wade, Director of Marketing and Communications, Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra
"Barry's arrangements are strong and easy to put together with limited rehearsal time."
" This is a superb show for a Pops concert which I enthusiastically recommend!"
Nicholas Palmer, Music Director and Conductor, Owensboro Symphony Orchestra
"The orchestral arrangements were well done and the musicianship in your group was fantastic."
"You certainly have quite a show to offer the public and any orchestra looking for a fun pops concert."
M. Wade Kelley, Executive Director, Owensboro Symphony Orchestra
Family Concert with the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra at Jacoby Symphony Hall, January 2004.
Michael Butterman conducting
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