About us

Harlow Steelband offers young people (aged 11+) the chance to take part in weekly steel pan workshops.  The band offers a very different musical ensemble to other local music groups as young people require no existing musical ability to join the band.

 

Established in 2003 with the support of Harlow Council and London’s esteemed Ebony Steelband, Harlow Steelband offers free weekly classes to the young people of Harlow and surrounding areas.

Harlow Steelband is a local charity, run by a group of volunteer trustees, and is for young people aged 11+.  The aim of the Band is to give youngsters the chance to channel their time and energy productively, learn new skills, achieve a sense of purpose, whilst bringing together all abilities, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, and having fun.  The Band is based at Bush Fair and meets every Monday evening 7.30pm-9.00pm (term time).

 

The Band is completely free to join – there is no joining fee, membership fee or class fees.  All that is asked for in return is commitment and enthusiasm.  

 

The music played is a mix of traditional soca music and well known songs such as Dance The Night, Golden Hour, As It Was, Light Switch, Take On Me, Bad Habits, How Will I Know, September and Sweet Caroline.

 

Members of British Association of Steelbands.