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PanJam set for July 23 at Georgetown Club
THE highly anticipated, annual steel pan event hosted by PanJazz Concerts turns five this year and promises an unforgettable celebration of the vibrant culture and captivating artistry, under the theme, ‘PanJam:The Garden of Steel’.
This fifth edition will immerse attendees in an outdoor, creative ambiance with a touch of nature at the Black Magenta, Georgetown Club, on July 23, a press release said.
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According to the press release, event organiser and creator of PanJazz Concerts, Reon Miller, said the primary objective of these concerts is to promote the rich cultural heritage of steel pan and foster a deeper appreciation for the unique art form.
This initiative started in 2018 while Miller was a student, and, over the years, it would have adapted different themes, hosted day, incorporate Ethno Guyana into the Rupununi Music and Arts Festival.
The goal of Ethno is to inspire musicians through these interactions to deepen their musical interests and to build a global network that supports their careers.
Each Ethno music camp combines workshops, jam sessions, rehearsals and performances that enable participants to develop both personal and professional skills. Through Ethno, musicians gain a greater understanding of each other’s cultures. At Ethno, music is a powerful tool that fosters inclusion, understanding and acceptance.
Gavin continues his amazing work to preserve Guyanese folk music with his band mate Marlon 'Chucky' Adams of Buxton Fusion Drumming School. The two are set to release Folk It Up Vol. 3 which was recorded live in the Iwokrama Rainforest.
The album promotes rainforest conservation and the protection of the jaguar. It will be released at the Guyana Folk Festival in New York under the Kross Kolor Records label.
