tag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:/blogs/random-thoughts?p=27Random Thoughts2018-03-11T07:16:55-04:00Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinafalsetag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/40198562016-02-01T22:31:35-05:002016-02-01T22:31:35-05:00Find me on Wedding Wire<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.weddingwire.com/biz/steel-drum-weddings-feat-minsky-delmonte-belmont/fdc0007b89876581.html" target="_blank" title="WeddingWire Storefront"><img src="//wwcdn.weddingwire.com/assets/buttons/find-on-ww-primary_2x.png" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="Find on ww primary 2x" /></a></p>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/33529932014-12-01T17:52:00-05:002014-12-02T20:46:26-05:00Minsky Delmonte | Something to Look Forward To | CD Baby Music StoreIF you are in Instrumental Christmas Music, then please listen to the samples on my Holiday CD and consider adding it to your music collection<a href="http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/minskydelmonte2#.VHzw1bBO4p4.blogger">Minsky Delmonte | Something to Look Forward To | CD Baby Music Store</a>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/32003662014-09-23T18:15:07-04:002019-11-18T03:50:17-05:00"Drumming Up Business"<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/60157/4d106b9d885947fe7830e6d0ecc74f895ebac88a/original/steel-drum-player-in-north-carolina-steel-pan-minsky-delmonte-minskysteeldrum.jpg?1411510348" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_large">Hello Music Friends,<br>I was hoping to get your opinion as to how you like my new ad? I designed it myself! This ad is geared at the local Charlotte, North Carolina and surrounding areas to include South Carolina, Georgia and The Outer Banks.<br>Lets see how it goes.<br>Best,<br>Minsky</span></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/28645662014-04-11T20:20:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:22-05:00International Day Festival at a Local Elementary School<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-95xBth0YtA4/U0iDrhmSvuI/AAAAAAAAAZs/3Pvidx0R2wk/s1600/Minsky_Delmonte_steel_drum_player_charlotte_north_carolina_international_festival+day_idlewild_elementary_school.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="//1.bp.blogspot.com/-95xBth0YtA4/U0iDrhmSvuI/AAAAAAAAAZs/3Pvidx0R2wk/s1600/Minsky_Delmonte_steel_drum_player_charlotte_north_carolina_international_festival+day_idlewild_elementary_school.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hello Music Friends</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Today I spent the day teaching elementary school students the joys of the steel pan. I must say that they were a very attentive, intelligent lively group. In addition to teaching them the origin of the instrument and how they are built, I gave them a chance to play my drum. Their excitement level really rose as they played along to a reggae accompaniment track. I gave them a choice of 4 notes that were in the proper key of the song and then told them to play whatever the felt. Their eyes lit up in amazement by the beautiful sound of the pan and the fact that they were creating sound in real-time. Its my hope that these experiences shape their self confidence and their appreciation of music in general.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Best,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Minsky</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br></div><br>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/28389422014-04-01T18:27:00-04:002021-10-10T14:45:22-04:00I Belong To You- William Mc Dowell-Instrumental Cover by Minsky Delmonte<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><object width="320" height="266" class="BLOGGER-youtube-video" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0" data-thumbnail-src="https://i1.ytimg.com/vi/PyEUHExBRgY/0.jpg"><param name="movie" value="https://www.youtube.com/v/PyEUHExBRgY?version=3&f=user_uploads&c=google-webdrive-0&app=youtube_gdata">
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<embed width="320" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/v/vH8lg2sxh7Q?version=3&f=user_uploads&c=google-webdrive-0&app=youtube_gdata" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object></div><br>Hello Music Friends,<br><br>Happy New Year to all of you? I was thrilled to bring in the New Year sharing songs of Praise and Worship. As part of a line up of Christian artists I had the chance to play "Lord I Lift Your Name on High". This song was written by Rick Founds and has been covered by many others including Dan Moen, Donnie Mc Clurkin, Petra, Minsky Delmonte and the Maranantha Singers. This particular arrangement was featured on saxophonist Sam Levine's album.<br><br>Be Sure to take a listen share and comment.<br>Best,<br>MinskyMinsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/20423102013-11-13T14:05:00-05:002017-02-02T19:05:39-05:00A Song of Praise-The Anthem Planetshakers<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><object width="320" height="266" class="BLOGGER-youtube-video" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0" data-thumbnail-src="http://i1.ytimg.com/vi/N1c2lB6DapA/0.jpg"><param name="movie" value="https://www.youtube.com/v/N1c2lB6DapA?version=3&f=user_uploads&c=google-webdrive-0&app=youtube_gdata">
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<br><br>Hello Music Friends,</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br></div><div style="text-align: left;">I have a tab on my <b>Facebook fan page</b> called <b>"Fan of The Week"</b>. Its a n application that automatically chooses a new fan and <b>recognizes them for a week</b>. So, how does one become a <b>"Fan Of The Week? </b>Well, its very easy. Fan of the week stats are compiled by visitors' interaction with the my page. Visitors get points awarded for their <b>visits, comments, posting pictures</b>, "likes" etc. More interaction increases your chances for getting picked. Another way of getting selected is by "becoming a candidate". Clicking on the "Fan Of The Week" icon (<b>which is located on the top right portion of my timeline</b>) will take you to the<b> candidate sign up page.</b> At the moment the chances of being picked are in your favor as I don't really have heavy traffic to my page. Its essentially a ground floor opportunity to interact with me and be able to say<b> "Hey I knew him when"</b>. <i><b>Head on over</b></i> to my fan page and get involved! I'll be waitin' for ya.<br><a href="http://www.facebook.com/hearsteeldrumsplay" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/hearsteeldrumsplay</a>
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<span class="userContent">Steel Drum music can take us all over the world...here is a gallery of my past travels</span><span class="userContent"> <a href="http://bit.ly/XGIq2E" rel="nofollow nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/XGIq2E</a></span>
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<embed width="320" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/v/5iSjhF503nI&fs=1&source=uds" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object></div>Hello Music Friends<br>Carnival season is underway in Trinidad and Tobago. There will be lots of music, color, and many aspects of visual and performing arts will be represented. I stumbled across a video of a group of musicians belting out a percussive groove. This groove is what drives the rhythm of the steel band and is called a "Rhythm Section" or an " Engine Room". You will hear them playing without an accompanying steel band. I'd describe the rhythms as "Infectious" Enjoy.<br><br><br>Best,<br>MinskyMinsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/15051912013-01-05T12:50:00-05:002022-05-18T01:04:55-04:00An insider's view of Soca Music<h3 class="post-title entry-title" itemprop="name"> </h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_MzlF_aDGiFk/TGF_zREsATI/AAAAAAAAAF0/jeu-x58TPRg/s1600/1hv579.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="//1.bp.blogspot.com/_MzlF_aDGiFk/TGF_zREsATI/AAAAAAAAAF0/jeu-x58TPRg/s320/1hv579.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="186" width="320" /></a></div><h3 class="post-title entry-title" itemprop="name"> </h3><h3 class="post-title entry-title" itemprop="name"> </h3><br>Hi Music Friends, Happy New Year<br>I found a cool article that writes about the origins of Soca music. It is written in laymans term by soca artist Mantius Cazaboun. I choose this article as steel drum repertoires are loaded with Soca tunes. They are happily married so to speak.<br> Best,<br>Minsky <h3 class="post-title entry-title" itemprop="name"> </h3><h3 class="post-title entry-title" itemprop="name">Soca </h3><div class="post-header"> </div>A nice essay on soca, with more detail than I ever knew:<br><br>•What Is Soca Music<br><br> What is soca music?<br><br> This material is geared primarily towards folks who are new to this genre of music called soca... As an artist who has been recording soca songs for the last eight years, and who has won Caribbean wide soca competitions, I shall humbly attempt to present a comprehensive introduction to soca music. <br><br>Soca music originated in the Caribbean island of Trinidad and Tobago. It is widely accepted to have been created by Lord Shorty (born Garfield Blackman). He noticed that Calypso music was threatened by the more popular reggae music and dying out and attempted to create a new hybrid that was more appealing to the masses.<br><br><div style="text-align: center;">Click below to read the rest</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://folksongstuff.blogspot.com/2008/10/soca.html">http://folksongstuff.blogspot.com/2008/10/soca.html </a></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/15051922012-12-29T23:51:00-05:002017-01-14T13:36:21-05:00The Story of Toyo and De Boys<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-xmacMzlc-r8/UN_HIBvhoKI/AAAAAAAAAT0/ysTBsPDhhgM/s1600/Toyo&DBoys_iTunes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="//4.bp.blogspot.com/-xmacMzlc-r8/UN_HIBvhoKI/AAAAAAAAAT0/ysTBsPDhhgM/s320/Toyo&DBoys_iTunes.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="320" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Hello Music Friends</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br></div><table cellspacing="5" class="album full" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: left; width: 100%px;"><tbody><tr>
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<a href="http://content.bandzoogle.com/users/hearsteeldrumsplay/images/albums/113630-sized.jpg?1" rel="lightbox" target="_parent"> </a> </td> <td style="border: none !important;" valign="top" width="100%"> <table cellspacing="0" style="width: 100%px;"><tbody><tr><td class="info" colspan="4"> I composed a steel drum based song called "Toyo and De Boys" to pay homage to my grandfather's friends who serenaded our household during the Holiday Season. Although I was very young at the time and did not remember specific details of the musicians, I do in fact remember the feelings of love and happiness while growing up on Union Rd in Marabella, Trinidad. The insight of other relatives who knew the musicians helped me re-create and piece together those precious memories. I've also composed another song of the same vein. It's called " Mr Copeaux and Crew" .While, that song is the first part of the story, "Toyo and De Boys" is the continuation of the story. It is the second part. If you are cleaning your house, or prepping for hoilday guests, you may very well want to include these two songs into your hoilday line-up as they have the energy to put some "Pep in your step"<br><br>Click on the link below to watch the video and download the song!<br><br><a href="http://www.hearsteeldrumsplay.com/toyo">"Free is For Me"</a>
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</tr></tbody></table><br>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/15051932012-12-29T23:45:00-05:002017-01-14T13:36:21-05:00Happy Holidays<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-R93Duo-pzwo/UN_Ft_kywuI/AAAAAAAAATk/DxddPo6nDLY/s1600/+fb+Minsky_HearSteelDrumsPlay_2013_Christmas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="//2.bp.blogspot.com/-R93Duo-pzwo/UN_Ft_kywuI/AAAAAAAAATk/DxddPo6nDLY/s320/+fb+Minsky_HearSteelDrumsPlay_2013_Christmas.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="102" width="320" /></a></div>Hello Music Friends,<br><br>I just wanted to take a moment to wish you all a Happy Holiday season. I'm looking forward to traveling to NJ to spend Christmas Eve with my family. We usually get together at my cousin's house and have a blast! Its been a while since the last time I spent Christmas Eve with them. I guess you can say that I'm "Home for the Holidays"<br><br>Keep Well,<br>Minsky<br><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br></div><br>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/4253822012-12-29T18:45:00-05:002017-01-14T13:36:20-05:00Happy Holidays<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-R93Duo-pzwo/UN_Ft_kywuI/AAAAAAAAATk/DxddPo6nDLY/s1600/+fb+Minsky_HearSteelDrumsPlay_2013_Christmas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="//2.bp.blogspot.com/-R93Duo-pzwo/UN_Ft_kywuI/AAAAAAAAATk/DxddPo6nDLY/s320/+fb+Minsky_HearSteelDrumsPlay_2013_Christmas.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="102" width="320" /></a></div>Hello Music Friends,<br><br>I just wanted to take a moment to wish you all a Happy Holiday season. I'm looking forward to traveling to NJ to spend Christmas Eve with my family. We usually get together at my cousin's house and have a blast! Its been a while since the last time I spent Christmas Eve with them. I guess you can say that I'm "Home for the Holidays"<br><br>Keep Well,<br>Minsky<br><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br></div><br>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/15051942012-11-23T11:20:00-05:002017-01-14T13:36:21-05:00What Exactly Do You Do?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hMfwxmxCALM/UK-iPdHzroI/AAAAAAAAATM/VRZLxSgovL4/s1600/SteelDrums_1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="//1.bp.blogspot.com/-hMfwxmxCALM/UK-iPdHzroI/AAAAAAAAATM/VRZLxSgovL4/s320/SteelDrums_1.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="146" width="320" /></a></div><br><br>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/4253872012-09-21T16:29:00-04:002017-02-01T22:25:37-05:00Classic Riddim 2010<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><object width="320" height="266" class="BLOGGER-youtube-video" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0" data-thumbnail-src="http://i.ytimg.com/vi/qH-5ArNPlA0/0.jpg"><param name="movie" value="https://www.youtube.com/v/qH-5ArNPlA0?version=3&f=user_uploads&c=google-webdrive-0&app=youtube_gdata">
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This clip features The Faith Center Church's Choir with Ebony Joplin singing lead vocals. I was fortunate to have Mrs Joplin sing "Oh Come All Ye Faithful" on my debut christmas album. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Click below to listen on itunes</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/minsky-delmonte/id485121376">http://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/minsky-delmonte/id485121376</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Nonetheless enjoy the alto voice of Mrs Joplin and The Faith Center Church Choir.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Best,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Minsky</div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/4253902012-05-03T20:10:00-04:002017-02-01T22:25:38-05:00Making Progress with Creating Video AdvertsHello Music Friends, One of the things that I enjoy doing is shooting and editing video. Its been a fun process gathering content to create advertisements. Here is a look at my latest production for my church- The Faith Center Church Mother's Day Concert. I'm still experimenting with filming by using different types of video cameras and external microphones. Im also working with syncing voice overs. My next step is to fiddle with lighting and elaborate on panning, zooming and angles. The fun/learning experience continues. Best, Minsky <iframe width="400" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/esq4Ynxby2c" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/4253932012-04-27T19:33:00-04:002017-02-01T22:25:39-05:00A lil music in Whitney's honor- "My Love Is Your Love" Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drums<iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/41164965" width="500" height="281" frameborder="0" webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen allowfullscreen></iframe>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/4253862012-04-23T16:10:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:20-05:00"Brilliant Kids and their Magic Drums"<br><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-38FjzrPh3l8/T5XrsdDICLI/AAAAAAAAASw/lHx8OKZQ0tw/s1600/Summit.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="//2.bp.blogspot.com/-38FjzrPh3l8/T5XrsdDICLI/AAAAAAAAASw/lHx8OKZQ0tw/s320/Summit.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br> Hello Music Friends<br><br>On April 17th I traveled to <a href="http://www.summitacademies.com/">Summit Academy Middle School</a> in Akron, OH to perform with a group of fantastic youths. In addition to being a guest artist with the<b> "Steel Dragons"</b>, I had the good fortune of seeing the kids perform their <b>spring play "The Lion King"</b>. Personally speaking, the most captivating part of the whole experience was that these exceptional students are part of a<b> program</b> that is specifically designed for students with AD/HD, <a href="http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/aspergers-syndrome/DS00551">Asperger's Syndrome</a> and related disorders. The majority of the students are on an Individual Educational Plan (IEP) that helps them attain goals based on their needs. <br> <br>The<b> steel drum band</b> is an<b> after school program</b> that is highly sought out by the kids. The standards of being a band member are very high in that it requres a certain GPA, self-controlled behavior dedication to practicing and reliable attendance. Although the majority of students who seek out the program face <b>behavioral challenges</b>, come from<b> abusive/unstable families, battle social adaptation skills and learning deficits, </b> when it comes to playing the steel drum and being a part of the band,<b> those conditions are non existent and become irrelevant.</b> The band members make<b> concious efforts to adhere</b> to the bands poilicies so that they may continue participating. I learned of one of the students who had experienced alot of rejection and turmoil for most of her life, who made the statement <b>" The steel band is the only thing in this school that I want to be a part of ".</b><br><br>In chatting with the steel drum band director, <b>Mrs Angel Lawrie</b>, I learned and observed that the students had <b>gravitated</b> towards the steel drum and that it has been a tool that has helped them build cohesion amongst the band and develop an <b>appreciation for themselves, their peers</b> and for <b>music</b>. I found it very interesting that the kids experienced a calming effect from the steel drum and its tone. The kids were also <b>quite adep</b>t at relating to the<b> pattern of the note layouts.</b><br><br>While I was equally<b> impressed</b> with the quality of music being taught and played by the band, I must say that their enthusiasm for what they were doing was terrific. On the night of the performance, the concert hall was filled with over <b>300 supportive parents, relatives and friends.</b> Mrs Lawrie told me that they had moved the concert to a larger facility (The Shaw JCC) in order to accomodate the bigger crowds. During their first few years of existence, they were not able to handle the<b> outpouring of concertgoers</b> as the school grounds were much too small-Nor did they anticipate such <b>successful attendance.</b><br><br>I also got to shake hands and congratulate many of the students afterwards. I made friends with a young fella named Isaac. Isaac earned one of the lead roles in the school play- " The Lion King ". Isaac shared with me that proir to coming to Summit Academy Middle School, he was<b> constantly bullied </b>by the students at his previous school. The combination of his peers not understanding his special needs and just being at a stage where kids can be very mean really had made him go into recluse. All of that changed when he got to the academy. He felt as though he was able to "breath" and be himslef again.<b> According to him, It seemed as though the students and faculty knew exactly what he needed</b>. As a result of being in such a comfortable, nurturing environement, he was able to explore<b> his talent and his love for acting</b>. I must say that he played the role of "Scar" with convincing passion. It was an honor to meet his<b> beaming parents</b> and to have him<b> autograph my program as a momento of his outstanding progress.</b><br><br>I must say that the whole experience was<b> very rewarding</b>. I felt pride about the <b>steel drum as an instrument</b> and it was <b>amazing to me how the kids embraced it</b>. I had never known of it being used in such a setting with such profound effects. <b> I learned so much from the kids</b> and I will always remember my visit. I look forward to being a part of their September concert too. I'll have to practice hard and be prepared, because I know that they will be!<br> <br>Be sure to <b>click on the link below</b>. The article speaks more about Summit Academy and features and audio interview with Mrs Lawrie.<br><br><br><div style="text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.wksu.org/news/story">http://www.wksu.org/news/story </a>
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</div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/4253792012-04-19T20:28:00-04:002012-04-19T20:28:00-04:00"Time to Get this Show on the Road"Hello Music Friends,<br><div>
<br><div>Many people ask "Where am I playing next?" with the hopes of catching some live steel drum music.</div>
<div> I'd be so happy for you to attend an event where I might be performing.</div>
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<div> Click on the link below for a glimpse of my performance schedule.</div>
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</div><div><br></div><div>Best,</div><div>Minsky</div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/4253882012-04-16T10:34:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:20-05:00The Steel Drum as a Vehicle to Joy<br><div style="text-align: left;">Hello Music Friends,</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br></div><div style="text-align: left;">There are many stories of the power of music. Such a divine gift that can be used for good and bad. The following article writes about band director Angel Lawrie and her husband Stevie Lawrie, and how they use the beautiful steel drum as a vehicle to help special needs students explore the instrument and experience the joys of music. This is a good one.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br></div><div style="text-align: left;">Read the full article here.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br></div><div style="text-align: left;"> <a href="http://www.wksu.org/news/story/31310">http://www.wksu.org/news/stor</a>y</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br></div><div style="text-align: center;">
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<br><br><div style="text-align: left;">Best,<br>Minsky</div>
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</div><br><br><br> <br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/4253812012-02-26T14:36:00-05:002017-01-14T13:36:20-05:00(No title)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-wqTFX4GJ_6o/T0rFX2lXZVI/AAAAAAAAASg/ozV6pIql-yo/s1600/236246-trinidad-and-tobago-carnival-2012.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="//3.bp.blogspot.com/-wqTFX4GJ_6o/T0rFX2lXZVI/AAAAAAAAASg/ozV6pIql-yo/s320/236246-trinidad-and-tobago-carnival-2012.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="246" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">"King For A Day"</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">On February 21 2012, the steel drum art form was at its pinnacle of adoration and acceptance by the people of Trinidad and Tobago. On that warm Saturday night the biggest steel band festival which is known as "Panorama" (in Trinidad the steel drum is more commonly known as Pan or steel pan) took place. The 12 rivaling bands competed for a cash prize and the title of Panorama Champs 2012. The event had all of the color and spectacle that Trinidad Carnival had to offer. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> What I find most interesting about the whole story is that, <b>YES</b> -The twin island nation is the land which gave birth to this lovely instrument. <b> YES</b> - Its the land that can rightfully deem themselves inventors of the only acoustic instrument of the 20th century. <b>YES-</b> its the land that has produced a musical instrument that has received accolades the world over by gracing the stages of legendary concert halls and executing the most difficult pieces of music from Classical to Calypso. <b>YES-</b> its the land whose instrument has become a part of University curriculums, and countless community programs. <b>YES-</b> its the land that has lent the world a tool that has united players of varying skill levels and of different socio- economic/ethnic backgrounds. <b>YES-</b> its the land who has given music a gift that makes people smile, dance, wave their hands and experience feelings of joy. <b>YES</b>- its land that despite all of the wonderful descriptions that I've listed, nonetheless, treats the steel drum as a <b>SECOND CLASS CITIZEN.</b>
</div><br>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/4253742012-02-23T18:14:00-05:002017-02-01T22:25:35-05:00From Classical To Calypso<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><object class="BLOGGER-youtube-video" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0" data-thumbnail-src="http://1.gvt0.com/vi/xL9TkMXiSQk/0.jpg" height="266" width="320"><param name="movie" value="https://www.youtube.com/v/xL9TkMXiSQk&fs=1&source=uds">
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Listen to them share their approach to creating songs featured on my debut Christmas CD entitled</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b> " Something To look Forward To"</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><br></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Digital Downloads available <a href="http://www.hearsteeldrumsplay.com/store">here</a>
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One Love Uncle Rod.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Best,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Minsky</div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267772011-11-21T15:24:00-05:002017-01-14T13:36:20-05:00Do You have a steel drum Holiday CD for sale? Why yes I do.......Hello Music Friends,<br><br>Happy Thanksgiving!<br><br>Guess what? I have received an official notice from the CD manufacturing company that my debut Christmas CD is in production and will be delivered on <b>Dec 5th 2011</b>! My <b>sincere thanks</b> goes out to all of my <b>family and friends</b> who have been a part of this exciting musical journey. Let me be the first to tell you that your <b>encouragement and kind words</b> over the years have <b>instilled a confidence</b> in me that has helped propel me forward. With <b>God's blessings</b>, this is only the tip of the ice burgh.<br><br><div style="text-align: center;">The official name of the Album is</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>"Something To Look Forward To"</b></div><br>As the excitement builds I wanted to share a little info on how <b>you can get a copy of the CD</b>. This is my first time being a part of the "music for sale" business and I too am navigating my way through the process. If it is your desire to purchase a copy, I will see to it that you can do so, whether I have to<b> personally deliver </b>the CD to you or supply you with an <b>internet link</b> as to where you can download individual songs or the entire album.<br>From what I understand, some of the online retailers will include CD Baby, Amazon, Itunes, Rhapsody, Spotify etc. I will be sure to update you with the specific sites as that info becomes available.<br><br><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-74jxNcjL26k/TssALAiC3xI/AAAAAAAAAQw/6t2HyXiLOEM/s1600/HSP+CD+BABY+ART.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img src="//1.bp.blogspot.com/-74jxNcjL26k/TssALAiC3xI/AAAAAAAAAQw/6t2HyXiLOEM/s320/HSP+CD+BABY+ART.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="320" width="259" /></a><b><u>Here are some FAQs</u></b><br><br>1 <b>When will the album be available?</b><br>Approx. Dec 5th 2011<br><br>2 <b>How Much will it cost?</b><br>$12 for the physical CD and $1.00 for the digital downloads(might be less at certain online retailers)<br><br>3 <b>How many songs are on the album?</b><br>There are 7. Five traditional carols and two original Christmas flavored compositions. One is done in a slow "Old Time Soca" style and the other one is done in a "Roots Reggae" style.<br><br>4. <b>Are there only steel drums on the album?</b><br>No. its primarily an instrumental album that features the steel drum, but there are several tracks that include two guest singers and a guest guitarist.<br><br>5.<b> Is it a professional recording? or did you record it in your bathroom and kitchen?</b><br>Lol, it is a professional recording. The next album will be recorded in the bathroom and kitchen.....<br><br>In the meanwhile, I will be sharing more background info with you. I'll be sharing<b> official photoshoot media,</b> <b>graphic design mock ups</b>,<b> interviews with the musicians </b>and most importantly-<b>samples of how</b> <b>it sounds</b>.<br><br><b><i>Oh, I only pressed 100 copies, so act quickly if you want a physical CD for your collection.</i></b><br><b><i><br></i></b><br>The best way to contact me is via <a href="http://www.hearsteeldrumsplay.com/contact">www.hearsteeldrumsplay.com</a><br><br>Until next time, keep well.<br><br>Best,<br>MinskyMinsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267762011-11-19T14:18:00-05:002017-01-14T13:36:20-05:00(No title)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3W1mNJtASTU/TshHWs2ViDI/AAAAAAAAAQo/qo4r5IsojoQ/s1600/HSP+Biz+card+front2+Low+res.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="//1.bp.blogspot.com/-3W1mNJtASTU/TshHWs2ViDI/AAAAAAAAAQo/qo4r5IsojoQ/s320/HSP+Biz+card+front2+Low+res.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="183" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>The Trump Card</b></div>Hello Music Friends,<br><br>There was once a time that I had to create my own <b>business cards</b>. They were quite dull and basic. I knew that I would eventually need a better<b> design</b> and I as much as I loved to dabble with art and <b>Photoshop</b>, I didn't have the vision nor drive to produce what I considered a <b>top-notch, great looking business card</b>. Fortunately for me, I came across a the owner of <b>Rozworks</b> design firm. It just so happened that her daughter was a part of the community <b>steel band </b>program that I taught music to. The final result pictured above has opened so many doors for me. I can not tell you how many times that that business card created a<b> "Wow" </b>effect from people that I gave it to. It certainly made me feel good to be a part of such favorable reactions.<br>A special thanks goes out to design firm <b>Rozworks</b> for the super business card design.<br><br>Best,<br>MinskyMinsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267752011-11-15T04:11:00-05:002017-01-14T13:36:20-05:00The making of a CD update<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hello Music Friends</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">As you know I'm currently working on a Christmas CD that will be released in Dec 2011.Here is a pictorial timeline of where I am in the process. If you would like to hear samples or even add the CD to your collection please send me a message at <a href="mailto:minsky@hearsteeldrumsplay.com"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: blue;">minsky@hearsteeldrumsplay.com</span></a> so that I can reserve one of the limited physical CDs for you. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">visit</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.hearsteeldrumsplay.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: blue;">www.hearsteeldrumsplay.com</span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267732011-11-08T14:59:00-05:002017-02-01T14:20:45-05:00Steel Drum Christmas Album Promo-Minsky Delmonte<br><div style="background-color: #cbcbcb; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: small;">Hello Music Friends </span></div><div style="background-color: #cbcbcb; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; text-align: left;">
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<div style="font-size: 10pt;">So far, I've taken some promo shots ( No myspace/facebook type bathroom mirror photos) that I'll send to Miss<strong> Anastasia Thomas</strong> of <a href="mailto:graphicmagic09@gmail.com?" linktype="2" style="color: blue; cursor: default;">Graphic Magic Ltd</a> to use to design a CD cover. Once the disks are pressed I will make them available for you to listen to and hopefully consider purchasing. I'm planning on ordering about<strong> 75 physical copies</strong>.(I'm not sure how well they will sell and I don't want to be stuck with a bucketload of CDs). The album will also be available for<strong> digital download</strong> so that you can add it directly to your computers, smartphones,<strong> ipods</strong> etc.</div>
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<div style="font-size: 10pt;">I also filmed a short video of the <strong>recording session</strong>. If you watch it you will hear my newest<strong> original Christmas reggae song</strong> and see a few dance moves too.......</div>
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</div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267742011-10-24T22:26:00-04:002021-09-20T06:20:04-04:00A Carnival without Cotton Candy or a Ferris Wheel<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-6qgGqmqA50A/TqZGYFbNfDI/AAAAAAAAAQI/abtcfADzcxo/s1600/HSp+carnival+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="//2.bp.blogspot.com/-6qgGqmqA50A/TqZGYFbNfDI/AAAAAAAAAQI/abtcfADzcxo/s1600/HSp+carnival+2.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" /></a></div>Hello Music Friends,<br><br>In <b>North America</b> the term carnival usually refers to an event where you can eat cotton candy, win prizes, ride ferris wheels etc. However, in the <b>Caribbean </b>the word <b>carnival</b> is associated with a festive season which occurs immediately before <b>lent</b>: Acting on a suggestion of my friend Emile, who lives in France, I decided to introduce you to the<b> Caribbean Carnival.</b> It is quite fitting to do so because carnival and steel drums go hand in hand. As a matter of fact, it was carnival which gave birth to the steel drum. I recently met up with a carnival masquerade band leader- <b>Lesel Dhanesar of Island Gems Mas Group </b><a href="http://islandgems.org/">www,islandgems.org</a> who has given me first hand insight into the carnival culture and her involvement in <b>Miami Florida's</b> annual Caribbean Carnival.<br><br><b><u> Origins of Carnival</u></b><br><br> Like the cosmopolitan mix of peoples and cultures that shaped the island, Trinidad's Carnival has many influences. The Spanish and English colonial powers, French planters, African slaves, Indian indentured labourers, and the many other ethnic groups that settled here have all left an indelible mark on the festival. In 1783 the French brought their culture, customs and Carnival, in the form of elaborate masquerade balls, to Trinidad along with African slaves. The period stretching between Christmas and the start of Lent was a time for feasting, fancy dress balls and celebration for both the French and British. Banned from the festivities, slaves in the barrack yards would hold their own celebrations mimicking their masters' behaviour while incorporating rituals and folklore. Once slavery was abolished in 1838, the freed Africans took their Carnival to the streets and, as each new immigrant population entered Trinidad, a new flavour was added to the festivities. Today, our diverse culture has influenced the music, food and traditions of Carnival.<br><a href="http://www.allahwe.org/History.html">Read more about its origins he</a>re<br><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Tw4qr_Ija6c/TqZGobE4mrI/AAAAAAAAAQQ/qOiEJSw8HM8/s1600/HSP+carnival1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="//1.bp.blogspot.com/-Tw4qr_Ija6c/TqZGobE4mrI/AAAAAAAAAQQ/qOiEJSw8HM8/s320/HSP+carnival1.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="239" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: left;"> <b> Interview with Lesel Dhanesar </b> </div></div><br> Mrs Dhanesar is a <b>Trinidadian</b> by birth who grew up in the US and has maintained close ties to her caribbean culture. She has been involved in the carnival planning scene for many years operating in different capacities. 2011 marks the year in which she teamed up with established band producer<b> Giselle " De Wassi One" Blanche of " Wassi Ones".</b> Having watched her growth over the years Ms. Blanche gave Lesel a chance to produce her own section within <b>"Wassi Ones".</b><br><br>MD- "Tell me about the <b>concept</b> of the Carnival Band."<br><br>LD- " The <b>Carnival band</b> is a large group of<b> masqueraders</b> who dress up in costumes that represent an <b>overall theme</b>. Within the large group you have smaller groups of masqueraders, referred to as <b>sections</b>. Each section usually wears a <b>different</b> costume that adds to the theme of the band. For example, you may have a band whose theme is<b> "The Wild West,".</b> Within that band you will have<b> sections </b>dressed as maybe Sheriffs, or Horses, Bank Robbers, Indian Chiefs etc: Anything that might convey the overall theme of the band.<br><br>MD- "So its not necessarily something to do with <b>musical instruments or singing</b>?"<br>LD- "No, not in that sense of the word."<br><br>MD- "What was your theme this year?<br>LD- "It was called <b>"Reflections of Life". </b> The overall band had about 250 costumed masqueraders and my section had 55 revelers who wore yellow and green costumes"<br><br>MD- "What inspired the name of your band and how did yo choose its colors?"<br>LD- "Reflections of LIFE is a combination of all our lives GOOD and POSITIVE experiences. It is a mirror into your life, where you see images of your HAPPINESS<br>It reflects the Good and Up-Lifting times. Your LIFE and your REFLECTION belongs only to YOU.<br>The yellow represented <b>sunshine and happiness</b> and the green represented a<b> healthy life</b>."<br><br>MD-"Who helped you bring this vision to life?"<br>LD- "In addition to a staff of volunteers and well wishers, our costumes wer created by student designer Shauntel Joseph. Tiffany Alcantara and Peter Dhanesar were heavily involved in the planning and execution of bringing the band to fruition. We all did admin work, gathering of materials for the costumes, sewing, made phone calls, held fund raiser etc. I even transformed my home into a costume sewing shop"<br><br>MD- " How long did it take to get the project completed?"<br>LD- "About 7 months. We started in April 2011 and worked all the way up to Oct 8, 2011, the night before the big parade in Miami. It was down to the wire."<br><br>MD- " But you pulled it off?"<br>LD- "Yes we sure did. I was so happy that the masqueraders got many complements on their costumes. Altogether the production was well received. We had lots of fun partying in the parade and our goal is to make it to the stage where we are awarded points by a panel of judges."<br><br>MD- "How long are you on the road? The parade?"<br>LD- It can be anywhere from 7-8hrs. We follow an assigned parade route. During that time the masqueraders are dancing, singing, showing off their costumes, eating, drinking, lots of smiles and picture taking."<br><br>MD-" Lots of sore feet and hoarse voices too huh?"<br>LD- "Lol, yes that too."<br><br>MD " Are you gearing up for next year?"<br>LD- " Yes, I'll be brainstorming and visualizing stuff during the holiday season. During the spring of next year we will start the leg work of bringing the band to life"<br><br>MD- "Is Miami Carnival your final stop?"<br>LD " No. Ultimately I'd like to produce a section for Trinidad's carnival"<br><br>MD " Best of luck and continued success"<br>LD " Thank You"<br><br>If you would to be a part of the 2012 band, contact them at the info below:<br><br><div style="text-align: center;"><b><a href="http://www.islandgems.org/">www.islandgems.org</a></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="mailto:islandgemsmasgroup@live.com">islandgemsmasgroup@live.com</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br></div><div style="text-align: center;">Lesel-954 625 5668</div><div style="text-align: center;">Tiffany-305 482 1183</div><br><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-COrNGEWtIP4/TqZRusf_LOI/AAAAAAAAAQY/MgYNCrtSbwo/s1600/HSP+Carnival3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="//1.bp.blogspot.com/-COrNGEWtIP4/TqZRusf_LOI/AAAAAAAAAQY/MgYNCrtSbwo/s400/HSP+Carnival3.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="267" width="400" /></a></div><br><br><br><br>Best,<br>Minsky<br><br><br>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267722011-09-16T13:30:00-04:002017-02-01T14:20:45-05:00Myrtle Beach Steel Drum Player-Minsky DelmonteHello Music Friends,<br><br>Part of the fun of being a D.I.Y. musician is trying to come up with videos to promote your product. It is a natural inclination to want to create an epic film as your first advertisement, but production costs and viewer attention spans have dictated that the most effective ads are 15, 30 and 60 secs. Here is another delve into the quick and simple. After viewing, please share your thoughts.<br><br>Best,<br>Minsky<br><br><iframe width="425" height="349" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/YQJFuGJMzJw?hl=en&fs=1" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267712011-08-28T11:42:00-04:002017-02-01T14:20:45-05:00A Timeless Family Story<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_Z_E3e-4kr8/TlqSgWXuYuI/AAAAAAAAAQE/mcwPLVSXQTk/s1600/Hayden%2Btribute.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img src="//4.bp.blogspot.com/-_Z_E3e-4kr8/TlqSgWXuYuI/AAAAAAAAAQE/mcwPLVSXQTk/s200/Hayden%2Btribute.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="200" width="155" /></a></div><br>Ever had a family get together where everyone reminisces about the <b>"good ol' days"</b> and share recounts of great times? My family does that all of the time.(In addition to playing UNO and Pictionary) Since we are a large group ( My grandmother had 16 children-8 boys and 8 girls) there are numerous stories. Some are very colorful, very joyful and there are a few sad ones too. While the <b>stories are important</b>, the <b>strength lies in the bonds</b> that are <b>formed from storytelling and with the story teller.</b> <br>Stories endure the test of time just by being told. A year ago, my cousin <b>Hayden</b>, was the victim of a <b>senseless shooting</b>. He had a story to tell and he told it. He remains in our hearts and <b>we give him life</b> by sharing his story amongst ourselves and with others.<br><br>The video below shows a family gathering in <b>Antigua in 2008</b>. My uncle <b>Leary and Hayden</b> told the story from a first person point of view. Although their speech is in a heavy Trinidadian dialect,<b> one can see the joy and loved that is shared amongst our family as a whole</b>-hence the power of the story and the story teller.<br><br><b>Here is a gist of what happened.</b><br><br>My uncle (Leary) and cousin (Hayden-bald headed guy) were given the responsibility of caring for my grandfather's prized hunting dogs. He instructed them to tend to the animals while he was away. The two men accepted their assignments, but decided to play, wrestle and have an all out good time for 3 days straight without even an inkling thought of checking on the dogs.<br><br>When my grandfather returned, he asked them for an account of how they had tended to the dogs. Knowing that they were in trouble and had never checked on the dogs, they concocted a story of how they bathed the dogs,fed them, kept them in the shade, and did an all around good job in caring for the pets. Both boys agreed that that was their story and that they were sticking to it. The funny part- the kicker of the whole story was that unbeknownst to the boys, my grandfather took the hunting dogs with him for the past three days!<br><br>Luckily, the intervention of one our family friends had allowed both boys a chance to live to tell that story and not experience the swift decisive discipline of a West Indian Parent.<br><br>Hayden, we love you and you will forever be in our hearts. <b>Will tell this story to everyone because it gives us life. It gives you life.</b><br><br><iframe width="425" height="349" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/l6Qk-O7-znc?hl=en&fs=1" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br><br>Love,<br>MinskyMinsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267702011-08-11T06:21:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:19-05:00Kitty Hawk Steel Drum Player<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-L0Qf8fXBE8A/TkPkYyidtLI/AAAAAAAAAP8/heJmQbTGUMs/s1600/125_0269.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="//2.bp.blogspot.com/-L0Qf8fXBE8A/TkPkYyidtLI/AAAAAAAAAP8/heJmQbTGUMs/s200/125_0269.JPG" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="112" width="200" /></a></div><br><br><br>Hello Music Friends,<br>Did you know that<b> Kitty Hawk</b> North Carolina is the home of aviation pioneers <b>The Wright</b> <b>Brothers</b>? Its also a very popular destination wedding city. I've captured some footage of a recent <b>steel drum</b> performance out on the<b> Kitty Hawk Pier</b>.<br><br>Keep Well,<br>Minsky<br><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><object width="320" height="266" class="BLOG_video_class" id="BLOG_video-ecb9cccde4da2d71" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0"><param name="movie" value="//www.youtube.com/get_player">
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The country has been gripped by a heatwave and I hope that you are doing whatever you can to stay <b>hydrated <i>and</i> comfortable.</b> <br><br>Thus far, I've been writing from my point of view. I wanted to change things up a bit and introduce you to some of the <b>people</b> who have helped make my musical journey a success-the people who I've played for and who have allowed me to be a part of their extended families.<br><br>In this months issue I've invited some of my <b>past brides/new friends </b>to share their <b>favorite drink/food recipes.</b> <br><br>While its important to be musically proficient and to provide top notch customer service, I must say that the <b>connections <i>and</i> friendships</b> formed have left an indelible mark on my heart. <br>Furthermore," Man cannot live on steel drums alone." <br><br><br><br><b>Jalepeno Poppers</b><br>Submitted by Melissa Bard- Sylvester, GA.<br><br>2 LBS fresh jalepeno peppers 4 pkgs softened cream cheese<br>2 LBS thin slided bacon 1 sm jar/bag real bacon bits<br>1 pkt of onion soup mix ( dry ) garlic salt to taste<br>1 pair of plastic/rubber gloves ( jalepenos burn ! )<br>Preheat oven to 350°<br>Put gloves on, wash and dry peppers. Cut them in half lengthwise. Use a tablespoon to carefully remove seeds. You need to soft fry the bacon to wrap around the poppers later. Do not overcook the bacon. Blanch the peppers for about 3 minutes after it boils. Drain. Mix the softened cream cheese, bacon bits, and dry onion soup mix and garlic. Spoon in the mixture into each half pepper and wrap a pice of bacon around. Place them on a cookie sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes. DO NOT OVER BAKE OR BURN!<br>Yields about 20-30 servings. Of course, just half the recipe for smaller portions.<br><br><b>Mini Lump Crab and Avocado Bruschetta</b><br>Submitted by Anna-Christina Dais-Edgewater, NJ.<br><br>10oz-1lb lump crab meat (depends on how much crab you want to pile on)<br>small bunch of mint, minced<br>lime, enough to drizzle over crab<br>1 avocado for every 8-10 pieces of bruschetta (depends on size of bread)<br>cayenne pepper, to taste<br>salt, to taste<br>Any type of bread you prefer for bruschetta, cut into bite sized pieces and bake in oven with a little oil or butter until warm/golden in color. Bagel bites work well too!<br>parsley (optional for decorative purposes)<br><br>In one bowl mix the lump crab meat, mint and lime juice.<br>In another bowl, mix the avocado, cayenne pepper, S&P (all to taste. I like my guacamole spicy so I add more cayenne pepper and even garlic since I LOVE GARLIC.)<br>Assemble the avocado/guacamole mixture over the bread, then pile the crab meat on top. <br>Decorate with a piece of parsley on top and you're done!<br>Easy, simple yet fancy looking apps for when you have loved ones over. Enjoy!<br><br><b>Key Lime Martini</b><br>Submitted by Natasha Adams Denny-Charlotte, NC.<br><br>Mix 1 1/2 oz Malibu Rum, 1/2oz Midori, 1oz pineapple jucice, 1/2 oz simple syrup (hot water and sugar), 1/2 oz lime juice, and a splash of cream. It is delicious!!<br><b><br><br><b><b>Carolina Sangria</b><br>Submitted by Tricia Mondok Congers-Wilmington, NC.<br><br><b>With Peaches in Season right now I love this recipe!<br><br>Ingredients:<br>1 bottle Pinot Grigio Chilled<br>3/4 cup Peach Vodka<br>6 tablespoons thawed frozen lemonade concentrate<br>2 tablespoons sugar<br>1 lb Ripe Carolina Sweet Peaches Sliced and peeled<br>1 Cup Grapes or Raspberries (optional)<br>2 cups club soda (can use flavored lemon, lime or peach)<br>Combine first 4 ingredients<br>Stir in fruit Cover and Chill 5-8 hours<br>Add soda just before serving.<br></b><br></b>Pura Vida Rita-The Best Margarita by way of Costa-Rica</b><br>Submitted Michelle Pou-Lowery-Wellington, FL.<br><br>Make sure you have a large cocktail mixer, oranges, limes,Tequila, Triple Sec and Agave Syrup (essential).<br><br>Juice 1 orange and 1 lime, add to your mixer.<br>Add 2 shots of tequila to the mixer and a splash of Triple Sec.<br>Add a tsp. of Agave.<br>Salt the rims of two glasses, shake the mixer and pour.<br><b>Pura Vida!</b><br><br><br><b>Thank You<i></i></b> to the chefs and flair bartenders for their contributions. Please have another event soon, make those recipes that you described and have me over to play and taste test em!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-805469903216739093?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267672011-06-09T04:44:00-04:002022-06-01T14:30:09-04:00A bride, a groom, and a steel drum<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-eWFtV9rJWUs/TfDNf62OcVI/AAAAAAAAAPs/y3-rbK1Bv_Y/s1600/SteelDrums_2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img src="//4.bp.blogspot.com/-eWFtV9rJWUs/TfDNf62OcVI/AAAAAAAAAPs/y3-rbK1Bv_Y/s200/SteelDrums_2.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="100" width="200" /></a></div><br><br><br><br><br>Hello Music Friends,<br><br>One of the coolest events that I enjoy playing at are weddings. They are such beautiful celebrations. Its so interesting to see how different couples use themes to express themselves and their love for each other. For the most part all attendess are happy and the vibe of the day is joyful. I take weddings very seriously because I believe in the institutuion of marriage and I also feel that playing for weddings is a part of ministry.<br><br>Keep me in mind for your wedding!<br><br>Best,<br>Minsky<br><br><script type="text/javascript" src="http://static.weddingwire.com/static/js/widgets/myReviews.js"></script><div id="ww-widget-reviews" class="ww-reset ww-reviews-widget"><div class="ww-reviews-placeholder">Read all of our <a target="_new" href="https://www.weddingwire.com/biz/steel-drum-weddings-feat-minsky-delmonte-belmont/fdc0007b89876581.html">Ceremony Musicians Reviews</a> at <a target="_new" href="http://www.weddingwire.com"><img src="//static.weddingwire.com/static/images/logo/WWlogo-83x19.gif" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="Weddings, Wedding Cakes, Wedding Planning, Wedding Checklists, Free Wedding Websites, Wedding Dresses, Wedding Ideas & more" /></a>
</div></div><script type="text/javascript"><!-- WeddingWire.createReview({"vendorId":"fdc0007b89876581", "id":"ww-widget-reviews"}); --></script><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-3934938442174224528?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267682011-05-17T05:30:00-04:002011-05-17T05:30:00-04:00The world of FacebookAre you on the ever popular Facebook? So am I! Lets connect there too.<br>Click the "like" button to find me.<br><br>See you there.<br>Best,<br>Minsky<br><br><iframe src="http://www.facebook.com/plugins/likebox.php?href=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fhearsteeldrumsplay&width=292&colorscheme=light&show_faces=true&stream=true&header=true&height=427" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="border:none; overflow:hidden; width:292px; height:427px;" allowtransparency="true"></iframe><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-5321279680981351171?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267662011-04-02T20:53:00-04:002017-02-01T14:20:44-05:00America's Got Talent Update<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/--U54Z6E3Irk/TY_S_fR9W6I/AAAAAAAAAPA/OWZON7duy_I/s1600/-America-t-got-Talent-.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img src="//4.bp.blogspot.com/--U54Z6E3Irk/TY_S_fR9W6I/AAAAAAAAAPA/OWZON7duy_I/s200/-America-t-got-Talent-.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="135" width="200" /></a></div><br><br><br><br>Hello,<br><br>If you got a chance to read my previous blog post, you knew that I auditioned for <b>America's Got</b> <b>Talent</b> this past January. I was quite happy with my performance and felt that the audition went very well. We were told that successful candidates would receive selection notifications around the end of March. It is now<b> April</b> and I have <i>not</i> received a call. I figured that I wasn't chosen and decided to move on to the next chapter of my performance career. However, when I visited the show's website, I read that the deadline to submit audition videos had been extended 10 days! What an amazing opportunity to get in front of the producers again! There are alot of rejections in showbiz and the most successful entertainers have perservered. This is my lesson in perseverance. Here is my audition video; <b>Fueled by perseverance!</b><br><br><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="https://www.youtube.com/v/Rw269W2ea6c?hl=en&fs=1">
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The results are posted below and you will see that songs by <b>The</b> <b>King of Pop</b> and <b>The King of Rock</b> were highly favored.<br><br>After you glance at the results, <i>continue</i> reading below to find out which<b> King</b> made the cut and what happens next.<br><br>Q- <i>What song shall I play for the audition panel? It has to be a 90 second accapella rendition.</i><br><br>That's What Friends Are For-Dionne Warwick and Friends - 8.3%<br><br>Summertime-George Gershwin - 16.7%<br><br><b>Human Nature-Michael Jackson - 29.2%</b><br><br>I Can't Help Falling In Love With You-Elvis Presley 25.0%<br><br>Greatest Love of All- Whitney Houston 16.7%<br><br>Hero-Mariah Carey- 16.7% <br><br><b>Arrival...</b><br><br>My day started very early as I had a four hour drive from <b>Charlotte, NC</b> to <b>Atlanta, GA</b> to make an 8am casting call.<br>I must say the entire experience was great. I tried to be cool and calm as possible, because I had a feeling that I might make it, but I didn't want to be too disappointed if I didn't.<br><br>The atmosphere of the place was quite lively. There was a gamut of talent that ranged from <b>Dance Crews</b>, <b>Musicians</b>, <b> Michael Jackson</b> impersonators complete with white socks, sparkling glove and fedora hats,<b> Little Richard</b> look -a -likes and even a lady and puppy who wore matching outfits. Several acts had previously tried out and were giving it another shot. I especially enjoyed listening to the adventures of those who auditioned for <b>American Idol</b>. From their stories, I gathered that they are a small part of a large circuit of people that audition for numerous shows. Their determination was somewhat inspiring. No matter what their talent was, they were steadfast in their pursuits. <br><br><b>Audition...</b><br><br>I must say that I was pleased with my performance and how well the instrument sounded. It seems like I connected with the<b> staff</b> and the <b>judges</b> because one of the coordinators left his post to specifically listen to me play. That was a good sign. He mentioned that he had not seen any <b>steel drum</b> acts this season. As I introduced myself to the judges I had mentioned that I was born in <b>Trinidad and Tobago</b>. One of the judges' eyes lit up and he said that he was considering <b>Trinidad</b> as a vacation spot. He knew that <b>Trinidad</b> was full of <b>beautiful women</b>, and I assured him that his notion was correct.<br><br>I decided to play <b>Elvis Presley's</b> version of <b>"Can't Help Falling in Love"</b>. I felt that the melody of that song was quite familiar and that it would be easily recognized. One of the challenges of playing instrumental music is that it must be performed in a way that it mimics a vocalist. The melody of <b>"Cant Help <b>Falling </b>in Love"</b> was very strong and could be successfully played <b>acapella</b>. In the event that I progress forward, I will more than likely play a <b> Michael Jackson</b> song. His music is recognized world wide, and I will have the luxury of having<b> background music</b> or perhaps a <b>live band</b> accompanying me; The full sound of the band combined with the<b> steel drum</b> will help the audience know exactly what song I'm playing. <br><br><b>The Next Step...</b><br><br>The<b> next step</b> if you are chosen, is that you will then audition in front of the celebrity judges - Usually <b>Piers, Sharon and Howie</b>. (That is when you will see the clips on TV of contestants being told that they are going to <b>Hollywood</b>.BTW I also saw Nick Canon on site) Exciting stuff for sure! <br><br>At the end of our auditions, the producers told us that successful acts will receive invitations via telephone. I've found myself checking my phone more often than usual for a <b>"missed call"</b> or <b>voicemail</b> message. I guess its true what they say in <b>Hollywood</b>....<b>" Don't call us we will call you"</b><br><br>Best,<br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-126417151233717714?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267452011-01-17T06:18:00-05:002017-02-01T14:20:39-05:00We Shall Overcome- A steel drum salute to Dr Martin Luther King.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/TTR5opLf8uI/AAAAAAAAAOk/Uckl-LM3kz4/s1600/martin-luther-king-jr1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="//4.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/TTR5opLf8uI/AAAAAAAAAOk/Uckl-LM3kz4/s200/martin-luther-king-jr1.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="159" width="200" /></a></div><br><br><br>Hello Music Friends,<br><br>Dr Martin Luther King has affected all of us in some way. I 'm celebrating his legacy by sharing a steel drum rendition of " We Shall Overcome"<br><br>Thank You Dr King.<br><br>Best,<br>Minsky<br><br><br><object height="385" width="480"><param name="movie" value="https://www.youtube.com/v/f0d5AaF0Ns8?fs=1&hl=en_US">
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Unfortunately, there are tons of <span style="font-weight:bold;">awful sounding/looking</span> instruments being used in <span style="font-weight:bold;">public performances</span>. Somehow the audiences have come to accept that these <span style="font-weight:bold;">imperfections</span> are <span style="font-weight:bold;">normal</span> for the steel drum. <br>The <span style="font-weight:bold;">tone</span> of a <span style="font-weight:bold;">steel drum</span> can be traced back to its <span style="font-weight:bold;">building process</span>. The video below shows some of the most <span style="font-weight:bold;">modern<span style="font-weight:bold;">,</span> updated steel drum building techniques</span>.(The video was produced by the <span style="font-weight:bold;">Discovery Channel<span style="font-style:italic;"></span></span>). <br><br><embed id="VideoPlayback" src="http://video.google.com/googleplayer.swf?docid=-8858009907305151004&hl=en&fs=true" style="width:400px;height:326px" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"></embed><br><br>I'm glad that many <span style="font-weight:bold;">steel drum craftsmen</span> are starting to embrace and apply <span style="font-weight:bold;">scientific</span> and <span style="font-weight:bold;">mathematical</span> principles to improve the quality of their instruments. I also hope that many <span style="font-weight:bold;">steel drum musicians</span> will replace<span style="font-weight:bold;"> flawed</span> instruments (which are quite prevalent in the Carribean, United State and worldwide) and start using ones of higher quality-<span style="font-weight:bold;">Especially<span style="font-style:italic;"></span></span> when they are performing in <span style="font-weight:bold;">public</span>. <br>Lets have some pride and make sure that our instruments are up to par. We are representing an artform.<br><br>Best,<br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-1602026184530845515?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267552010-09-22T20:00:00-04:002021-09-14T17:34:17-04:00I'm in limbo - Not really, but Shameka Charles is.....<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/TJtUjCcRXgI/AAAAAAAAANk/uaDgyqvFh6k/s1600/HSP+limbo_dance.jpg"><img src="//3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/TJtUjCcRXgI/AAAAAAAAANk/uaDgyqvFh6k/s200/HSP+limbo_dance.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520098729200279042" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 132px;" /></a><br><br>Hello Music Friends,<br><br>While getting my daily dose of <a href="http://www.pan-jumbie.com">www.pan-jumbie.com</a>-one of the most <span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">comprehensive</span></span>,<span style="font-weight:bold;"> <span style="font-style:italic;">entertaining</span></span>g, <span style="font-weight:bold;"> <span style="font-style:italic;">resourceful</span></span>,<span style="font-weight:bold;"> well- maintained</span> sites dedicated to the <span style="font-weight:bold;">steelpan/steeldrum artform</span></span>, (I'm also <a href="http://www.facebook.com">Facebook</a> friends with the site's creator/administrator) I came across an article about a <span style="font-weight:bold;">Trinidadian</span> female who recently <span style="font-weight:bold;">limbo danced</span> her way into the <span style="font-weight:bold;">Guiness Book of World Records</span>.<br><br>I've included a <span style="font-weight:bold;">Wikpedia</span> description of the Limbo dance and a <span style="font-weight:bold;">video</span> of record holder 18yr old <span style="font-weight:bold;">Shemika </span><span style="font-weight:bold;">Charles</span> accomplishing the feat.<br><br>Congratulations to Ms. Charles and a salute to my homeland of <span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://http://www.gotrinidadandtobago.com/">Trinidad and Tobago</a></span> for being a land of artistically talented people.<br>(Incidentaly, her mom is wearing a <span style="font-weight:bold;">Pulse Sportswear</span> shirt that was designed by a family friend) " Big Up " Terry.<br><br>Best,<br>Minsky<br><br><br><span style="font-weight:bold;">Limbo</span> is a popular form of contra dancing that originated on the island of <span style="font-weight:bold;">Trinidad</span>, though Hawaii is often mistakenly associated with limbo. The dancer moves to a <span style="font-weight:bold;">Caribbean rhythm</span>, then leans backward and dances under a horizontal pole without touching it. Upon touching it or falling backwards, the dancer is "out". When several dancers compete, they travel in single file, and the stick is gradually lowered until only one dancer — who has not touched either the pole or the floor — remains.<br><br><br><object id="flashObj" width="486" height="412" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=9,0,47,0"><param name="movie" value="http://c.brightcove.com/services/viewer/federated_f9?isVid=1">
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<embed src="http://c.brightcove.com/services/viewer/federated_f9?isVid=1" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" flashvars="videoId=610694321001&playerID=34757272001&playerKey=AQ%2E%2E,AAAAB_xxTdk%2E,2G9NX7dxSucOePMSE1sYhsIRgwCtqGzJ&domain=embed&dynamicStreaming=true" base="http://admin.brightcove.com" name="flashObj" width="486" height="412" seamlesstabbing="false" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" swliveconnect="true" allowscriptaccess="always" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/shockwave/download/index.cgi?P1_Prod_Version=ShockwaveFlash"></embed></object><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-791350754743859383?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267612010-09-13T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:18-05:00Color by Numbers<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/TJAcnEZUN0I/AAAAAAAAANc/naFYnV8T5sw/s1600/FCC+Awesome+Picasa+Braid.jpg"><img src="//3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/TJAcnEZUN0I/AAAAAAAAANc/naFYnV8T5sw/s200/FCC+Awesome+Picasa+Braid.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516941001049257794" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br>Hello Music Friends,<br><br>Before I started playing music, I was heavily involved with art. My specialty was <span style="font-weight:bold;">graphics and letters</span>- <span style="font-weight:bold;">graffiti</span>. In High School , I made a name for myself by painting student's names on their <span style="font-weight:bold;">jean jackets</span> and other clothing. We all craved ways to <span style="font-weight:bold;">"fit in"</span> and my art skills allowed me to be a part of the <span style="font-weight:bold;">"in"</span> crowd. I've <span style="font-weight:bold;">re-started</span> my artistic endeavours and today's palette is a digital one- <span style="font-weight:bold;">Adobe Photoshop</span>. <br><br>I found a tutorial that covered <span style="font-weight:bold;">stylized texts</span>, added my own twist to the design and came up with the graphic <span style="font-weight:bold;">above</span> - <span style="font-weight:bold;">"God is so Awesome"</span>. (Click on the photo to make it larger)<br><br>I'm enjoying combining art and music and I plan to continue the <span style="font-weight:bold;">marriage</span> and improve in both areas.<br><br>Best<br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-627551272350763735?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267602010-09-12T20:00:00-04:002017-02-01T14:20:43-05:00Billy Preston on the B-3<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/TJAZs0jPw2I/AAAAAAAAANU/lnLTNYvBC4I/s1600/FCC+USE+B3.jpg"><img src="//1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/TJAZs0jPw2I/AAAAAAAAANU/lnLTNYvBC4I/s200/FCC+USE+B3.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516937801340273506" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 132px;" /></a><br>Hello Music Friends,<br><br>I found a clip of <span style="font-weight:bold;">Billy Preston and Eric Clapton</span> jamming at the <span style="font-weight:bold;">Crossroads Guitar Festival</span>. I am a big fan of the <span style="font-weight:bold;"><br>Blues/ Hammond B-3 Organ</span> sound and Billy Preston was one of the masters of that instrument. I had my<span style="font-weight:bold;"> "<span style="font-weight:bold;">music face</span>"</span> on when he played certain licks. The <span style="font-weight:bold;">"music face" </span>is a scowling expression that musicians make when they hear something that they like....sort of like saying <span style="font-weight:bold;">" Wow, there is no way he is playing something like that"</span>...or in laymans term......<span style="font-weight:bold;">" What the heck?"</span>. <br>As if Billy wasn't killing them enough n the B-3, Eric flavored Billy's riffs with a few guitar phrases. A <span style="font-weight:bold;">musical connection</span> such as theirs can't be rehearsed and thats what made the performance so <span style="font-weight:bold;">magical</span>. Enjoy.<br><br>Best,<br>Minsky<br><br><object width="640" height="385"><param name="movie" value="https://www.youtube.com/v/8Ch6JA5isa8?fs=1&hl=en_US">
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</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-5096938907547020439?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267562010-09-07T20:00:00-04:002010-09-07T20:00:00-04:00People have said.....Hello Music Friends,<br><br>I wanted to share a couple of reviews with you. I enjoy gigging and sharing my music and its nice to know that others have taken a liking to what I have offered. This also shows, that my Mom isn't my only fan.....She may be my Number 1 fan, but not the only fan....Love her to death.<br><br>Best,<br>Minsky<br><br><script type="text/javascript" src="http://www.gigsalad.com/js/review_widget.min.js"></script><div id="gigsalad_review_widget">Please wait.</div><script type="text/javascript" language="javascript">GS.init('a6I%3A0AFCeR-00AeRrya6wyI%3A3keRI%3AGSVneRmTa6I%3A0A.mnJQ5nJQhkS.mnJ.mnJ');</script><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-553974169842209505?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267542010-07-13T20:00:00-04:002017-02-01T14:20:41-05:00World Cup 2010 Song<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/TD3UD9eXbTI/AAAAAAAAAMs/iZWYZi40vlo/s1600/HSP+WC+2010+GRAPHIC2.jpg"><img src="//2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/TD3UD9eXbTI/AAAAAAAAAMs/iZWYZi40vlo/s200/HSP+WC+2010+GRAPHIC2.jpg" class="size_orig justify_right border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5493780284968496434" style=" margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 124px;" /></a><br>Hello Music Friends<br><br>The 2010 World Cup 2010 demonstrated that music and sports bring people together. I've combined steel drums with soccer to create a tribute to the people, fans, players and countries that have made the 2010 World Cup successful. Waka Waka-Shakira. Wavin' Flag-K'Naan<br><br>Keep Well<br>Minsky<br><br><object width="480" height="385"><param name="movie" value="https://www.youtube.com/v/_gc5pKsdcKM&hl=en_US&fs=1">
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I'd like to salute the men and women of our armed forces who have made huge sacrifices that has helped us maintain our way of life. As a former <span style="font-weight:bold;">Air National Guardsmen</span>, I totally understand and appreciate your efforts.<br><span style="font-weight:bold;">Thank You</span>.<br><br>Continuing on, this 4th of July weekend brought about a <span style="font-weight:bold;">Star Wars</span> marathon on TV. As a fan of the series I was in total bliss. I must've sat in front of the screen for a good five plus hours. It was great. Not many people may have realized that the<span style="font-weight:bold;"> soundtrack</span> of <span style="font-weight:bold;">Episode V Star Wars</span> (1977 release)featured <span style="font-weight:bold;">steel drums</span> playing in the background. They can be heard during the <span style="font-weight:bold;">" Cantina Band "</span> scene. I guess <span style="font-weight:bold;">George</span> <span style="font-weight:bold;">Lucas</span> needed and unusual and mystical sound for that part. Enter<span style="font-weight:bold;"> steel drums</span> stage left!<br><br>Keep Well,<br>Best<br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-6646214546392164994?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267522010-05-04T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:18-05:00The Beauty of Knowledge<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/S-EBLlMjRZI/AAAAAAAAAL0/2xIrce-TBuk/s1600/HSP+Grassroots+Arts.jpg"><img src="//1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/S-EBLlMjRZI/AAAAAAAAAL0/2xIrce-TBuk/s200/HSP+Grassroots+Arts.jpg" class="size_orig justify_left border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5467652721079436690" style=" margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 178px; height: 200px;" /></a><br>Hello Music Friends,<br><br><span style="font-weight:bold;">"Knowledge Is Power "</span>. There is so much truth in that statement. That familiar adadge came to mind when I delivered a <span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">steel drum</span></span> <span style="font-weight:bold;">lecture/performance<span style="font-style:italic;"></span></span> to the library patrons of <span style="font-weight:bold;">Millen</span> and <span style="font-weight:bold;">Sylvania</span>, <span style="font-weight:bold;">Georgia.</span> Those two rural towns are situated in an agricultural area where the indigenous music is <span style="font-weight:bold;">Country </span>and <span style="font-weight:bold;">Bluegrass</span> - quite different from the origins of <span style="font-weight:bold;">Caribbean</span> based <span style="font-weight:bold;">steel drum</span>. Nonetheless, the attendees took an interest and a liking to the history and the sound of the instrument. Their experiences with the <span style="font-weight:bold;">steel drum<span style="font-style:italic;"></span></span> ranged from first timers, to having seen it on TV, to cruise ship vacationers. Although they were geographically separated from the palm trees and sands of the caribbean, their minds traveled with me to the <span style="font-weight:bold;">pan yards<span style="font-style:italic;"></span></span> of <span style="font-weight:bold;">Trinidad</span>, and onwards to other parts of the world in where the <span style="font-weight:bold;">steel drum <span style="font-style:italic;"></span></span>is played and loved. It was a great afternoon that allowed me to introduce a lovely art form. Yes, <span style="font-weight:bold;">"Knowledge is Power "</span> indeed. <br><br>I'd like to thank the <span style="font-weight:bold;">Georgia State Council for the Arts </span>for including me in the <span style="font-weight:bold;">Grassroots Arts Program</span>.<br><br>Best,<br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-2895760545525545774?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267512010-04-25T20:00:00-04:002017-02-01T14:20:41-05:00Gospel Steel Drums-" In The Sanctuary"Hello Music Friends,<br><br>Here is another video from my new <span style="font-weight:bold;">" Practice Series"</span>. I played <span style="font-weight:bold;">" In The Sanctuary "</span> by <span style="font-style:italic;">Kurt Carr</span>. <a href="http://www.kurtcarrgospel.com"><span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://www.kurtcarrgospel.com">www.kurtcarrgospel.com</a></span></a>. It was literally filmed in my bedroom. Ooops, I meant on a <span style="font-style:italic;"><span style="font-weight:bold;">" remote soundstage "</span></span> lol. I plan to get a <span style="font-weight:bold;">"green screen"</span> kit, but sometimes you just have to work with what you have. So...come into my home...literally!<br><br>Best,<br>Minsky<br><br><object width="480" height="385"><param name="movie" value="https://www.youtube.com/v/82MvSVffdOY&hl=en_US&fs=1&">
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<embed src="https://www.youtube.com/v/82MvSVffdOY&hl=en_US&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="480" height="385"></embed></object><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-8932131117755902796?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267502010-04-20T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:18-05:00Triple Play<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/S8-dinFjrQI/AAAAAAAAAK4/ZAey-zfbX_A/s1600/HSP2010+Blog+3play.jpg"><img src="//3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/S8-dinFjrQI/AAAAAAAAAK4/ZAey-zfbX_A/s200/HSP2010+Blog+3play.jpg" class="size_orig justify_right border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5462758090957106434" style=" margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 200px;" /></a><br>Hello Music Friends,<br><br>The week of Apr 16 was a fantastic performance week for me. It included three separate events with three different themes. The first event was <span style="font-weight:bold;">The Knot Magazine </span><span style="font-weight:bold;">2010 Industry Event</span> <a href="http://www.theknot.com">www.theknot.com</a> The evening was highlighted by the presentation of the venue's room. Talented vendors included <span style="font-style:italic;">lighting experts</span>, <span style="font-style:italic;">floral desingers</span>, <span style="font-style:italic;">interior decorators</span>,<span style="font-style:italic;">event planners</span> like <a href="http://www.thecharmedevent.com">www.thecharmedevent.com</a> (the shows coordinators). They all combined their areas of expertise to put on a <span style="font-weight:bold;">classy</span>, <span style="font-weight:bold;">impressive</span> event. ( <span style="font-weight:bold;">Did I mention a steel drum player?</span>) <br><br>The next day I drove to neighbooring <span style="font-weight:bold;">Monroe, NC</span> to play for a political fundraiser. It featured candidates who were campaigning for upcoming elections. <span style="font-weight:bold;">The Democratic Women of Union County</span>, went with an island themed dinner and invited me to provide a <span style="font-weight:bold;">steel drum</span> sound scape.<br><br>Friday brought about the <span style="font-weight:bold;">"Passport to The World"</span> multi-cultural event. The festival was sponsored by <span style="font-weight:bold;">Johnson C Smith</span> <span style="font-weight:bold;">Univeristy</span> in <span style="font-weight:bold;">Charlotte, NC</span> and organized by <span style="font-weight:bold;">The Main Event</span>. <a href="http://www.themaineventnc.com">www.themaineventnc.com</a> There was a nice mixture of vendors and entertainers> The lovely weather made the afternoon all the more enjoyable. I was thrilled to have received a <span style="font-weight:bold;">parking pass</span> that allowed to park anywhere that I wanted on the campus....moving on up!<br><br>Keep Well,<br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-1633381109952713362?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267482010-02-27T19:00:00-05:002010-02-27T19:00:00-05:00Sign the dotted line.....Hello Music Friends,<br><br>Many people have asked " When are you playing again?" "Where are you playing next?" "<span style="font-weight:bold;">Do you have a CD?<span style="font-style:italic;"></span></span> " "Do You give lessons?" Thank you so much for your interest and for asking. In an effort to keep everyone informed I'd like to invite you to join my <span style="font-weight:bold;">email list<span style="font-style:italic;"></span></span>. There is a <span style="font-weight:bold;">sign up form below<span style="font-style:italic;"></span></span>. By joining, you will receive updates to previous questions and be <span style="font-weight:bold;">" in the know"<span style="font-style:italic;"></span></span>. I'm very thankful for your <span style="font-weight:bold;">interest<span style="font-style:italic;"></span></span> and for your <span style="font-weight:bold;">encouragement<span style="font-style:italic;"></span></span>.<br><br>Keep Well,<br>Minsky<br><br><object classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" id="mailing_list_signup" width="430" height="100" codebase="http://fpdownload.macromedia.com/get/flashplayer/current/swflash.cab"><param name="movie" value="http://hearsteeldrumsplay.com/common/usersite/flash/widgets/mailing_list_signup.swf?1000">
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<embed src="https://www.youtube.com/v/T7WAzf7oj5g&hl=en_US&fs=1&color1=0x234900&color2=0x4e9e00" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br><br>Hello Music Friends,<br><br>The video above explores the idea of adding the <span style="font-weight:bold;">romantic sound of steel drums <span style="font-style:italic;"></span></span>to your wedding day. I'm happy to have filmed and edited it myself as I've been practicing those skills. I also included an original song " Amber Mint" in the latter half of the video. Have a look and consider contacting me for you <span style="font-weight:bold;">steel drum wedding<span style="font-style:italic;"></span></span> needs.<br><br>www.hearsteeldrumsplay.com<br><br>Best,<br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-8024386074257858253?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267462010-02-11T19:00:00-05:002017-01-14T13:36:17-05:00The Greatest Show on Earth<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/S3WICoUGriI/AAAAAAAAAKo/YwHPvLKb1pM/s1600-h/FH000133.jpg"><img src="//4.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/S3WICoUGriI/AAAAAAAAAKo/YwHPvLKb1pM/s200/FH000133.jpg" class="size_orig justify_left border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5437401703882599970" style=" margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 135px;" /></a><br><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/S3WGb-9nkOI/AAAAAAAAAKg/oAe5xIAq45g/s1600-h/FH000080+(5).jpg"><img src="//2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/S3WGb-9nkOI/AAAAAAAAAKg/oAe5xIAq45g/s200/FH000080+(5).jpg" class="size_orig justify_left border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5437399940435775714" style=" margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 135px;" /></a><br><br>Hello Music friends,<br><br>It is <span style="font-weight:bold;">carnival season in Trinidad and Tobago! <span style="font-style:italic;"></span></span>People from all over have converged on the twin island republic to celebrate and partake in this spectacular event. I wanted to wish safe travels to my friends and family whom have made the journey.<br><br>I am also pleased to have read that<span style="font-weight:bold;"> Ken " Professor" Philmore<span style="font-style:italic;"></span></span> had returned to the helm of <span style="font-weight:bold;">The Vat 19 Fonclaire Steelband<span style="font-style:italic;"></span></span>. Their union had always yielded great music and I'm a fan on Philmore's sound. I'm looking forward to hearing their offering-although they have been victims of biased judging sheets. <br><br>Keep Well,<br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-5331982295757555507?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267442010-01-13T19:00:00-05:002017-01-14T13:36:17-05:00These 3 secrets have kept me motivated.....<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/S08_UobRtSI/AAAAAAAAAKY/Lx48iUF--1U/s1600-h/Shamgar+sunset.JPG"><img src="//1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/S08_UobRtSI/AAAAAAAAAKY/Lx48iUF--1U/s200/Shamgar+sunset.JPG" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5426625699686495522" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br>Hello Music friends,<br><br>Over a year ago I was reacquainted with <span style="font-weight:bold;">Shamgar's Priniciples<span style="font-style:italic;"></span></span>. Those three principles have stirred up personl growth and have kept me <span style="font-weight:bold;">motivated<span style="font-style:italic;"></span></span>. <br><br>Shamgar was an <span style="font-weight:bold;">Old Testament<span style="font-style:italic;"></span></span> judge, responsible for maintaining law and order in the land of Israel. Few people have heard of him, but he was a brawny, heroic, steel-muscled character who saved Israel by striking down six hundred Philistines with the only thing he had at hand: an ox goad. Within his story lies three simple yet powerful success secrets:<br><br><span style="font-weight:bold;">* start where you are<br> * use what you have<br> * do what you can<span style="font-style:italic;"></span></span><br><br>Best,<br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-5108807815989590894?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267432009-12-24T19:00:00-05:002017-02-01T14:20:39-05:00Steel Drum Christmas MusicHello Music Friends,<br><br>Seasons greetings to all of you. May you enjoy continued health and happiness.<br><br>Be Blessed and Keep Well,<br><br>Minsky<br><br><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="https://www.youtube.com/v/hlMFj8OiL-k&hl=en_US&fs=1&">
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</div><br><br>Hi Music Friends,<br><br>I'm happy to announce that I've expanded operations to Florida as well. Be sure to contact me on <a href="http://www.gigmasters.com">www.gigmasters.com </a>as I'm taking my trademark sound, dependability and top shelf customer service to sunny Florida.Find me under " Soloist" in the Florida steel drummer section. See you in the sun!<br><br>Best,<br>Minsky<br><a href="http://www.hearsteeldrumsplay.com">www.hearsteeldrumsplay.com</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-1451352539248755181?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267372009-10-16T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:17-05:00My car goes 200mph<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Stqm16_3g_I/AAAAAAAAAJw/XgtiDSDpGaU/s1600-h/HSP+Nascar.jpg"><img src="//3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Stqm16_3g_I/AAAAAAAAAJw/XgtiDSDpGaU/s200/HSP+Nascar.jpg" class="size_orig justify_left border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5393806949030003698" style=" margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 190px; height: 200px;" /></a><br>Hi Music Friends,<br><br>I just returned from my first NASCAR race. As a resident of Charlotte NC, one of the NASCAR circuit cities, I didn't have to travel too far to to have felt the rush of a car that zipped by at 200mph! I had tickets to the Coors Light Party Deck section. Believe you me, whatever food and drink they served, I ate it! I must say that I ate a sample platter from the Bank Of America tent (its good to know people), which tasted way better than what Coors had offered. Altogether, the 2hrs that I stayed there was enough for me. I had never really been a NASCAR fan but it was good to have experienced the event.<br><br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-608707643080223961?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267362009-10-12T20:00:00-04:002009-10-12T20:00:00-04:00(No title)I-95 to Florida is the most boring stretch of road to drive<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-2622132790654321700?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267352009-10-05T20:00:00-04:002009-10-05T20:00:00-04:00(No title)SO thats how this thing works<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-3750018185711263454?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267342009-10-01T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:17-05:00Bald Head Golf Cart<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SsW4tk3VtrI/AAAAAAAAAJo/foYb2zN6r_4/s1600-h/HSP+bald+head+nc.jpg"><img src="//3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SsW4tk3VtrI/AAAAAAAAAJo/foYb2zN6r_4/s200/HSP+bald+head+nc.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5387915622348076722" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 101px; height: 200px;" /></a><br>Hello Music Friends<br><br>This saturday I'll be playing steel drums at a destination that is new to me. It is Bald Head Island, which is located off the North Carolina coast. Bald Head Island is accessible only by ferry and once you get there, the only modes of transpotation are golf carts and tram. I'm excited and interested to see how things go. This should be quite and adventure. I'll keep you informed.<br><br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-8952076269710581103?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267302009-09-20T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:16-05:00Random Thought: American Airlines to Trinidad<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SrhQXDd0fbI/AAAAAAAAAJY/U_Utkit34zM/s1600-h/HSP+American+airlines.jpg"><img src="//3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SrhQXDd0fbI/AAAAAAAAAJY/U_Utkit34zM/s200/HSP+American+airlines.jpg" class="size_orig justify_left border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5384141711519022514" style=" margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 200px;" /></a><br>Hello Music Friends,<br><br>This past weekend found me in Dallas/Ft Worth Airport-The hub airport of the mighty Americn Airlines. As I walked around the airport I remembered my numerous travels to my homeland of Trinidad aboard American Airlines. I traveled JFK to POS and stopped in Barbados. I had often made those trips during the summers of my adolescent years. I always marveled at flight and for a period of time wanted to become a pilot. When airborned, my eyes had always peered out the windows at the clouds and the blue sea below. <br><br> I looked at the different body styles of the parked aircraft, and I remembered that I flew on a DC-10, a tri-engined widebody designated for the JFK-POS route. My visits to Trinidad were pleasant ones and the men and women of American Airlines provided the means to have gotten there. 15 years later American Airlines had taken me to Oklahoma City, where I had created new memories with my lovely daughter.<br><br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-389262200890381114?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267292009-09-20T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:16-05:00Can you read me now?<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SrhTR247y5I/AAAAAAAAAJg/7Atr0uP7-zI/s1600-h/IMG_0239.JPG"><img src="//1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SrhTR247y5I/AAAAAAAAAJg/7Atr0uP7-zI/s200/IMG_0239.JPG" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5384144920778623890" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" /></a><br>Hello Music Friends,<br><br>I was so excitied to try out the " Wi-Fi" feature aboard the airplane that I flew on. Unfortunately my computer's battery was too low and it wouldn't have been worth paying the fee to get 7minutes of airborne internet. Bummer...... nonetheless, I'm aware of the airline and the route on which I can try that service, and I'll be better prepared for my next trip.<br><br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-6916205167990734155?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267332009-09-17T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:17-05:00Finely Tuned Steel Drum<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SrQsz4doIeI/AAAAAAAAAJQ/aRCjEblnstc/s1600-h/HSP+ELLIE+Blog+pic.jpg"><img src="//2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SrQsz4doIeI/AAAAAAAAAJQ/aRCjEblnstc/s200/HSP+ELLIE+Blog+pic.jpg" class="size_orig justify_right border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5382976724456186338" style=" margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 200px;" /></a><br>Hello Music Friends<br><br> I'm really excited about playing my newly tuned drum. It is currently being worked on by Rob Davis of Mannette Steel Drums in Morgantown W.V. <br>Mannette Steel Drums is headed by legenedary steel drum pioneer Ellie Mannette, who has created some of the world's finest instruments<br><br>Five years ago Rob did the initial and only tuning of my drum. Yes, its been five years since the instrument was tuned but still has maintained it's lovely tone.<br><br> It was a specialty order - A "Professional Series" Bore lead pan. One of the few Bore leads built by Mannette Steel, that resulted in a drum that was asthetically pleasing and quite sonarous - a "Sweet Pan" if you will. Like many musicians, I've developed an attachment to my musical instrument. I named her Nevaeh, which is heaven spelled backwards. I affectionately refer to her as "Baby".<br><br>Best,<br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-5307050946083470814?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267322009-09-14T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:17-05:00My new BFF:The beach wedding chair<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SrBgCepetyI/AAAAAAAAAJI/3NhjsWjpdgY/s1600-h/Beach+wedding+chairs.jpg"><img src="//2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SrBgCepetyI/AAAAAAAAAJI/3NhjsWjpdgY/s200/Beach+wedding+chairs.jpg" class="size_orig justify_right border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381907150410790690" style=" margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 200px;" /></a><br>Hello Music Friends,<br><br>I wanted to congratulate and thank all the couples that allowed me to play steel drums at their weddings this year. The experience and the friendships formed had been truly amazing. Although I'm a wedding vendor, I must say that I felt like a guest of the highest order. I'm thoroughly pleased to have celebrated their weddings and shared my music with their families.<br><br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-1760045268609131978?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267312009-09-09T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:17-05:00The Chemistry of a Smile<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SqjVEMoAdmI/AAAAAAAAAJA/kiNZfMbkHqw/s1600-h/DGP+Logo+WHite2.png"><img src="//3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SqjVEMoAdmI/AAAAAAAAAJA/kiNZfMbkHqw/s200/DGP+Logo+WHite2.png" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379784022979278434" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 65px;" /></a><br><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SqjVDxsTxSI/AAAAAAAAAI4/VHMFOW4Gdns/s1600-h/0127_G1016_MinskyT.jpg"><img src="//1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SqjVDxsTxSI/AAAAAAAAAI4/VHMFOW4Gdns/s200/0127_G1016_MinskyT.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379784015749563682" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 134px; height: 200px;" /></a><br><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SqjVDffjD-I/AAAAAAAAAIw/VmhDslkWekE/s1600-h/0003_G1016_MinskyT.jpg"><img src="//3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SqjVDffjD-I/AAAAAAAAAIw/VmhDslkWekE/s200/0003_G1016_MinskyT.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379784010864201698" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 134px; height: 200px;" /></a><br>Hello Music Friends<br><br>I am making full recomendation to use the photography services of Dallas Galbreath.<br><a href="http://www.dallasgalbreath.com">www.dallasgalbreath.com</a> otherwise known as DG Photography.<br><br>I recently did a shoot with Mrs. Galbreath on the South Carolina coast and was impressed by her competence, skill and friendly nature. <br><br>I've found that creative minded people "Right Brainers" display their work based on their feelings. If the artisan is energetic and in a good mood you will experience that in their output ( whether its a painting, a musical composition, a poem etc).<br><br>Such was the case of Mrs Galbreath. Her good mood and energy translated into a fun filled photo session. She really had a command of her discipline - She knew photography and kicked into "photo mode" automatically. As a result of her enthusiasm, I kicked into " Model mode" automatically! She used multiple cameras and took shots from all sorts of angles. I felt as though I were a professional model on a runway as she snapped away in rapid succession.<br><br>The final results were simply amazing. She cretaed a choice of photos to be used for all sorts of applications.<br><br>Dallas, thank you for you time and efforts and I look forward to working with you again.<a href="http://dallasgalbreath.com">www.dallasgalbreath.com</a><br><br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-5868739827356436514?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267282009-08-02T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:16-05:00A sign of the times<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Snb9k2eBdkI/AAAAAAAAAIo/8Gm5lp8kJDI/s1600-h/CIMG0861.JPG"><img src="//1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Snb9k2eBdkI/AAAAAAAAAIo/8Gm5lp8kJDI/s200/CIMG0861.JPG" class="size_orig justify_left border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365754815597082178" style=" margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" /></a><br><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Snb9kv92eeI/AAAAAAAAAIg/AFEkTxwylts/s1600-h/CIMG0847.JPG"><img src="//1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Snb9kv92eeI/AAAAAAAAAIg/AFEkTxwylts/s200/CIMG0847.JPG" class="size_orig justify_left border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365754813851531746" style=" margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" /></a><br><br><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Snb9kMS9PEI/AAAAAAAAAIQ/OkwX5_NgZQY/s1600-h/CIMG0853.JPG"><img src="//2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Snb9kMS9PEI/AAAAAAAAAIQ/OkwX5_NgZQY/s200/CIMG0853.JPG" class="size_orig justify_left border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365754804276378690" style=" margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" /></a><br><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Snb9jqVzPOI/AAAAAAAAAII/HUMScmRiPIg/s1600-h/CIMG0858.JPG"><img src="//2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Snb9jqVzPOI/AAAAAAAAAII/HUMScmRiPIg/s200/CIMG0858.JPG" class="size_orig justify_left border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365754795161500898" style=" margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" /></a><br>Good Day Music Friends,<br><br>....And when I looked up, there it was! Hello all. I was hyped up because I saw a sign that advertised my performance at recently played gig. This was a major step forward for me, because the promoter had the sign created un beknowst to me. It was such a delight and honor to have seen a professionally made advertisment that invited patrons to spend the afternoon listening to great steel drum music....and they accepted the invitation too.<br><br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-6337843180257493248?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267272009-08-02T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:16-05:00He is part of the package<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Snb48HylALI/AAAAAAAAAIA/of130MSltwM/s1600-h/CIMG0735.JPG"><img src="//2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Snb48HylALI/AAAAAAAAAIA/of130MSltwM/s200/CIMG0735.JPG" class="size_orig justify_right border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365749717825552562" style=" margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" /></a><br><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Snb47iXCHjI/AAAAAAAAAH4/_OFTyqnIwvM/s1600-h/CIMG0747.JPG"><img src="//1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Snb47iXCHjI/AAAAAAAAAH4/_OFTyqnIwvM/s200/CIMG0747.JPG" class="size_orig justify_right border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365749707777908274" style=" margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" /></a><br>Hello Music Friends,<br><br>I'm glad to announce that I 'm now part of the network of vendors for the Savannah Beach Inn on Tybee Island, GA. www.savannahbeachinn.com. If you are getting married on Tybee island and you'd like to have a classy memorable wedding featuring steel drum music please contact Anne at www.savannahbeachinn.com and mention that you would like Minsky the steel drummer to play for your big day.<br><br>Best,<br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-8898662528816341402?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267262009-07-29T20:00:00-04:002009-07-29T20:00:00-04:00Your Music takes me to.............Good Day Music Friends,<br><br>I had a very warm conversation with a gentleman at a recent gig in Knightdale NC. He immediately took a liking to the steel drums and came out onto the patio and listend to my music. He mentioned that he loved Merengue, salsa, and bachata and reggae. He said " Steel Drums take me to a place where I'd rather be" I assured him that I would've played all of those styles for his listening pleasure. After further conversation, it became apparent to me as to why he loved the latin styles of music- His wife and son, both of latin origin, had been stuck abroad for the past year due to pending immigration proceedings. I realized that the music transported him to joyous moments he had shared with his wife and son. I glady accepted his invitation to play at his family homecoming party! Keep your Faith and chin up my friend.<br><br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-95073916918182083?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267252009-07-23T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:16-05:00Tag teamin' for Jesus<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SmqOtMiU3PI/AAAAAAAAAHw/BEuVF0etLfM/s1600-h/CIMG0807.JPG"><img src="//1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SmqOtMiU3PI/AAAAAAAAAHw/BEuVF0etLfM/s200/CIMG0807.JPG" class="size_orig justify_left border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362255213448453362" style=" margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" /></a><br><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SmqOso6a7XI/AAAAAAAAAHo/5RMEURG9LmI/s1600-h/CIMG0796.JPG"><img src="//1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SmqOso6a7XI/AAAAAAAAAHo/5RMEURG9LmI/s200/CIMG0796.JPG" class="size_orig justify_left border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362255203885837682" style=" margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" /></a><br><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SmqOsWirhPI/AAAAAAAAAHg/MBGiN4wMFyY/s1600-h/CIMG0794.JPG"><img src="//1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SmqOsWirhPI/AAAAAAAAAHg/MBGiN4wMFyY/s200/CIMG0794.JPG" class="size_orig justify_left border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362255198954423538" style=" margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" /></a><br>Hello Music Friends<br><br>I spent my afternoon with the church family of Friendship Christian Center in Gastonia NC. They were super kind and I felt welcomed. The sound of steel drums added the right touch to their tropical themed BBQ. I was happy to fill the air with music while the members ate and mingled. The evening was a mixture of praise and worship by their lively praise team, poems written by the congregation, dances, and steel drums. The blend was just right in that it allowed me to listen to the other talent on hand as well as share my own music. I'm thankful for the opportunities that God has given me. Thank you for your kindness Friendship.<br><br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-3910767943424227854?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267242009-07-20T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:16-05:00I miss Amber Mint<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SmXpdCqiqdI/AAAAAAAAAHQ/3xRgp1g1oko/s1600-h/DSC04829.JPG"><img src="//2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SmXpdCqiqdI/AAAAAAAAAHQ/3xRgp1g1oko/s200/DSC04829.JPG" class="size_orig justify_right border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5360947616595225042" style=" margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-2707882917257601410?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267232009-07-20T20:00:00-04:002022-05-18T10:20:28-04:00Looking for a Steel Drummer?Hi Music friends,<br><br>I recently joined the www.gigsalad.com network. I've had good results with www.gigmasters.com and I'm trying to increase my visibility. What I like about their site is that my contact info is listed on their page which in turn allows potential customer to contact me directly. Another plus is that their visitor rankings are high on www.Alexia.com. Hopefully I will continue to get invitation to share my music. My buddy once told me that people will hire me if they knew I existed.<br><br>Stop by and visit!<br><br>Minsky<br><br><a href="http://www.gigsalad.com/hear_steel_drums_play_"><img src="//www.gigsalad.com/banners/featured3.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="Hear Steel Drums Play featuring Minsky Delmonte on Gig Salad" /></a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-7883672309277078508?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267222009-07-20T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:16-05:0020 miles outside of somwhere....<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SmXuyMACSnI/AAAAAAAAAHY/F-y5r_WzSyk/s1600-h/CIMG0701.JPG"><img src="//2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SmXuyMACSnI/AAAAAAAAAHY/F-y5r_WzSyk/s200/CIMG0701.JPG" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5360953477436689010" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" /></a><br>Hello Music friends<br><br>A few months ago I was introduced to the marvels of an onboard GPS system. Since I never really drove much, nor did I care to stop making stops to ask for directions, I never really thought much about it. However, I must say that I've had a change of heart. After using one this past weekend I'm sold. I'm going to scour ebay and the pawn shops to purchase my very own. Its funny how you notice things once you get involved with them...for example I noticed that just about Everyone on the highway had a GPS...even the motorcycle dude. I already have plans to use it when I get my 50 cc scooter to zip around town!<br><br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-2449755088016051436?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267212009-07-13T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:16-05:00Play it again Sam...well Minsky<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Slyq8ZC6GxI/AAAAAAAAAHA/5nm1MRyoOTI/s1600-h/DSC04887.JPG"><img src="//2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Slyq8ZC6GxI/AAAAAAAAAHA/5nm1MRyoOTI/s200/DSC04887.JPG" class="size_orig justify_right border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5358345611156003602" style=" margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Slyq76mM0vI/AAAAAAAAAG4/zpxlBd3-yVw/s1600-h/DSC04855.JPG"><img src="//2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Slyq76mM0vI/AAAAAAAAAG4/zpxlBd3-yVw/s200/DSC04855.JPG" class="size_orig justify_right border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5358345602982531826" style=" margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Slyq7J-8-MI/AAAAAAAAAGw/f25GB8V0AP4/s1600-h/DSC04828.JPG"><img src="//3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Slyq7J-8-MI/AAAAAAAAAGw/f25GB8V0AP4/s200/DSC04828.JPG" class="size_orig justify_right border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5358345589933013186" style=" margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Slyq62DSylI/AAAAAAAAAGo/vTTcuAFkbrA/s1600-h/DSC04816.JPG"><img src="//4.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Slyq62DSylI/AAAAAAAAAGo/vTTcuAFkbrA/s200/DSC04816.JPG" class="size_orig justify_right border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5358345584582511186" style=" margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Slyq6RtZgkI/AAAAAAAAAGg/jPIsKYhwOVE/s1600-h/DSC04776.JPG"><img src="//1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Slyq6RtZgkI/AAAAAAAAAGg/jPIsKYhwOVE/s200/DSC04776.JPG" class="size_orig justify_right border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5358345574827000386" style=" margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br><br>Hello Music friends<br><br>I finally made my way to Charleston SC. Despite its dark past as a major slave trading depot, the downtown area has a very nice contrast of artsy yet historic feel. The cafes, restaurants and lively downtown made it artsy, while the Victorian houses and brick mansions maintained its history. Nonetheless my private performance promted the family to ask me to stay over and play longer than the alotted time. I'm always please when my customer enjoy my music to the point where the want to hear more of it. A great time was had by all.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-8951185689598760725?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267202009-07-13T20:00:00-04:002009-07-13T20:00:00-04:00Reggae Riddim; Guardian Angel-Steel Drums-Minsky DelmonteHello Music Freinds Just wanted to share a clip of a recent performance. I fell n love with the Guardian Angel reggae riddim and decided to improvise over the beat. Have a listen... Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-8199136990730337577?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267192009-07-12T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:16-05:00Nothing like Family<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Sls7GqFuEvI/AAAAAAAAAFQ/ZorGygjEk4U/s1600-h/DSC04771.JPG"><img src="//2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Sls7GqFuEvI/AAAAAAAAAFQ/ZorGygjEk4U/s200/DSC04771.JPG" class="size_orig justify_left border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5357941167250871026" style=" margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Sls7GUt0YRI/AAAAAAAAAFI/mwLdrTMmxW8/s1600-h/DSC04759.JPG"><img src="//3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Sls7GUt0YRI/AAAAAAAAAFI/mwLdrTMmxW8/s200/DSC04759.JPG" class="size_orig justify_left border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5357941161513476370" style=" margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Sls7F8Nup6I/AAAAAAAAAFA/xVrswQrDWg0/s1600-h/DSC04750.JPG"><img src="//3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Sls7F8Nup6I/AAAAAAAAAFA/xVrswQrDWg0/s200/DSC04750.JPG" class="size_orig justify_left border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5357941154936432546" style=" margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br>Hello Music friends,<br><br>I love the versatility of the steel drum and its ability to play all genres of music and how it fits into any setting. I was thrilled to be invited to supply music for the Thompson Family Reunion. Their hospitality was super and they were a loving group of people. An unexpected highlight occurred when one of the family members accompanied me on guitar. Mr Jay Thompson. www.jayalanthompson.com. Mr Thompson is " sick" on the guitar! He knows his instrument and plays with sincerity. I was honored to be part of such a personal event and thrilled that I was able to "shed" with another musician.<br><br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-4259864964514932833?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267182009-07-02T20:00:00-04:002019-08-12T00:14:53-04:00Pan on The Patio<a href="http://hearsteeldrumsplay.com/calendar.cfm?events_details=1097482">Pan on The Patio</a><br><br>Shared via <a href="http://addthis.com">AddThis</a><br><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-7463383029331258124?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267172009-06-26T20:00:00-04:002009-06-26T20:00:00-04:00Double BookingHello All<br><br>Have you ever tried to claim your seat on an airplane only to find out that someone else has already occupied your seat? After looking at your ticket stub , you realize that you may have been double booked. I'm happy to have been double booked. After finishing up a gig in Wilmington NC on Fri Jun 26th, I scooted over to the Caribbay Soul restaurant,( one of Wilmington NC's newest eateries) and arranged a booking for the following night! Jun 27th 6pm-9pm. That why I called it " Double Booking" . Hopefully all will go well and I can be a regular there.....maybe double booked, triple, quadruple....have drum will travel!<br><br>Best,<br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-2854139540795461241?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/266812009-06-07T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:15-05:00Music for the Soul<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Si3C4H9iceI/AAAAAAAAAEg/ze5oaZRDDP0/s1600-h/HSP+web+banner+4+fbook.jpg"><img src="//2.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Si3C4H9iceI/AAAAAAAAAEg/ze5oaZRDDP0/s200/HSP+web+banner+4+fbook.jpg" class="size_orig justify_right border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5345142602224267746" style=" margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 145px; height: 200px;" /></a><br>Hello All<br><br>This weekend took me to West Palm Beach Fl to play at a wedding. The setting was in the backyard of a house, near the pool and the lake. In addition to the classy decor, the couple and their guests were fantastic, accomodating and downright hospitable. The mixture of nationalities really contirbuted to the vibe of the gathering. Everyone had something to offer to maintain the beauty of the afternoon. I was honored when the host asked me to continue playing and to join them in eating and dancing. I was happy to know that my music overcame the physical body and permeated the souls of the listeners. A memorable afternoon for me.<br><br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-4011931740264265809?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/266802009-06-07T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:15-05:00Vamos a Cancun<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Si5uPmI4zAI/AAAAAAAAAE4/tCIdtq_E-YM/s1600-h/DSC04535.JPG"><img src="//3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Si5uPmI4zAI/AAAAAAAAAE4/tCIdtq_E-YM/s200/DSC04535.JPG" class="size_orig justify_right border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5345331021950274562" style=" margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Si5uPSyNLeI/AAAAAAAAAEw/38w8C6NTVqs/s1600-h/DSC04513.JPG"><img src="//3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Si5uPSyNLeI/AAAAAAAAAEw/38w8C6NTVqs/s200/DSC04513.JPG" class="size_orig justify_right border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5345331016754867682" style=" margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Si5uPBZO4hI/AAAAAAAAAEo/xmYaXkUTHtw/s1600-h/DSC04414.JPG"><img src="//3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Si5uPBZO4hI/AAAAAAAAAEo/xmYaXkUTHtw/s200/DSC04414.JPG" class="size_orig justify_right border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5345331012086718994" style=" margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br>Hello All<br><br>OMG I stayed at a hostel in Cancun!!!!! At $6 a night I didn't expect tooooo much, but I did expect something....lol. Well I got a room alright...nothing more, nothing less. They funny part was seeing a Marriott check-in sign that hung in the lobby...lol. If I owned the place, I think I would've done the same thing.<br><br> Asisde from living on the " other" side, the "what you see on TV" side of Cancun was great. Blue water, white sand, sun , great people etc. I even got a chance to practice speaking spanish. Riding the bus was a nice touch. I like gettin immersed in the culture of places that I visit, therefore, this put me in the "mix".<br><br><br><br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-7521484147109104923?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267152009-05-17T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:16-05:00All in one placeHello<br><br>I was introduced to the town of Forest City NC by virtue of being invited to be one of several entertainers. Forest City is currently going through some revitalization efforts to bring the city back to its once bustling status. Part of the effort is to introduce art and music to the community. The festival fatured poetry, a gospel group, a Mariachi Band, Praise Dancers artwork on display and the sound of steel drums. I was especially impressed with the hospitality and friendliness of the festival comittee. Having a live sound engineer was a first for me. I've done my own amplification before, but being on a stage and having a "sound man" make sure that your music is crystal clear, was a treat and I believe a glimpse of things to come. Thank You Mr Hargrove and Forest City.<br><br>Minsky<br><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/ShJB2zjQqBI/AAAAAAAAAEQ/LxZWPoQ87yc/s1600-h/DSC04157.JPG"><img src="//4.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/ShJB2zjQqBI/AAAAAAAAAEQ/LxZWPoQ87yc/s200/DSC04157.JPG" class="size_orig justify_right border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5337400918194300946" style=" margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/ShJB2i9wicI/AAAAAAAAAEI/OB82MI1hzVw/s1600-h/DSC04154.JPG"><img src="//3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/ShJB2i9wicI/AAAAAAAAAEI/OB82MI1hzVw/s200/DSC04154.JPG" class="size_orig justify_right border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5337400913742039490" style=" margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/ShJB2bQhT8I/AAAAAAAAAEA/IXizq82ltcU/s1600-h/DSC04172.JPG"><img src="//3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/ShJB2bQhT8I/AAAAAAAAAEA/IXizq82ltcU/s200/DSC04172.JPG" class="size_orig justify_right border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5337400911673249730" style=" margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/ShJB2ZUDzgI/AAAAAAAAAD4/PHVK-lgfhUQ/s1600-h/DSC04160.JPG"><img src="//1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/ShJB2ZUDzgI/AAAAAAAAAD4/PHVK-lgfhUQ/s200/DSC04160.JPG" class="size_orig justify_right border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5337400911151222274" style=" margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/ShJB2OkX7nI/AAAAAAAAADw/6uZPufZIFQo/s1600-h/DSC04179.JPG"><img src="//4.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/ShJB2OkX7nI/AAAAAAAAADw/6uZPufZIFQo/s200/DSC04179.JPG" class="size_orig justify_right border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5337400908266860146" style=" margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-5939011538743831566?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267142009-05-17T20:00:00-04:002009-05-17T20:00:00-04:00Music to healHello All<br><br>I'm very excited about signing up to share my music with the local Hospice network. Music has healing qualities and can be used to bring smiles to faces. I'm looking forward to using the delightful sound of the steel drums to add some beautiful sounds to the lives of the residents.<br><br><br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-8979439266821233567?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267132009-05-17T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:16-05:00A triple play weekend<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/ShHooHREmtI/AAAAAAAAADo/HpleO1JLCd4/s1600-h/DSC04248.JPG"><img src="//4.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/ShHooHREmtI/AAAAAAAAADo/HpleO1JLCd4/s200/DSC04248.JPG" class="size_orig justify_right border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5337302809253812946" style=" margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/ShHon1lOzTI/AAAAAAAAADg/SYtZpVwpB6M/s1600-h/DSC04238.JPG"><img src="//1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/ShHon1lOzTI/AAAAAAAAADg/SYtZpVwpB6M/s200/DSC04238.JPG" class="size_orig justify_right border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5337302804506529074" style=" margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/ShHon0Z4TVI/AAAAAAAAADY/R8v8AkNI7u4/s1600-h/DSC04281.JPG"><img src="//3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/ShHon0Z4TVI/AAAAAAAAADY/R8v8AkNI7u4/s200/DSC04281.JPG" class="size_orig justify_right border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5337302804190481746" style=" margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/ShHonoKjgWI/AAAAAAAAADQ/6uPH0we8tXU/s1600-h/DSC04206.JPG"><img src="//1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/ShHonoKjgWI/AAAAAAAAADQ/6uPH0we8tXU/s200/DSC04206.JPG" class="size_orig justify_right border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5337302800904978786" style=" margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br>Hello<br><br>I've covered some ground this weekend. Friday started with entertaining the guests of Palmetto Creek community in Bolivia NC. The residents have created a weekly meet up among themselves and included me in this week's gathering.<br><br>From there I traveled an hour away to the peacful shores of North Topsail Island. That was my first time playing there. I can see the effects of a harsh economy as there were many beachfront houses up for sale. Definitely a buyers market.The evening was picture perfect though.<br><br> My trip ended back in Charlotte at a lovely wedding in downtown Charlotte. The couple and their family were so inviting and accomodating. They even had Carib-the main beer of Trinidad on hand. I was soooo surprised and excited too. The vibe of the wedding/reception was electric. A good time was had by all! Congrats to the newlweds..The Thorntons and the Jones.<br><br>I really am thankful for the blessing of being able to share my music with so many wonderful people.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-2921088092283376969?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267122009-05-03T20:00:00-04:002009-05-03T20:00:00-04:003+3=0Hello everyone<br><br>Well I've got the tools to create music at home. I have 3 types of popular music making software. Cubase, Cakewalk and Ableton. How many songs have I made? Zero...lol. I'm still on the learning curve. Its not that bad, just time consuming. I always hear artist complain that the technical side of music hampers creativity. true in a sense, but my determination is what keeps me going. Prior to getting the praograms and a capable computer to run them, I had to play part by part and try to remember them...not a bad thing, because alot of the great writers composed like that. However I got frustrating when you had nothing to share with your friends family or people with a general interest in your music. Hopefully, now I have the tools to share my music.<br><br>Stay tuned<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-4987346777996911710?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267112009-05-03T20:00:00-04:002009-05-03T20:00:00-04:003+3=1Hi there<br><br>So I've been fiddling around with the new programs and I finally came up with a new song. Its actually a loop based production-which has opened up a whole new world of exploration for me. Its a House Music genre instrumental- perfect for warming up to exercise-sort of like the coordinated step classes at the gym...a high energy tune. I like the results. I'm practicing writing music of different styles and not just for steel drums...however the steel drum is my voice and i will include in some of the new material too. My next project is an RnB / chill groove- think of long drive/wind down relax music. This song features steel drums. I composed it a while ago. I'd like to bring it too life.<br><br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-6129737880710095667?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/266792009-05-03T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:15-05:0015yrs of Ministry<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Sf_jG2UI1vI/AAAAAAAAACA/qRv6mJlRiUQ/s1600-h/DSC04119.JPG"><img src="//1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Sf_jG2UI1vI/AAAAAAAAACA/qRv6mJlRiUQ/s200/DSC04119.JPG" class="size_orig justify_left border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5332230190628656882" style=" margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Sf_jGikEqKI/AAAAAAAAAB4/xXCanIBhdrM/s1600-h/DSC04053.JPG"><img src="//4.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Sf_jGikEqKI/AAAAAAAAAB4/xXCanIBhdrM/s200/DSC04053.JPG" class="size_orig justify_left border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5332230185326782626" style=" margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Sf_jGX6gpmI/AAAAAAAAABw/5leNFdphmUo/s1600-h/DSC04083.JPG"><img src="//3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Sf_jGX6gpmI/AAAAAAAAABw/5leNFdphmUo/s200/DSC04083.JPG" class="size_orig justify_left border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5332230182468101730" style=" margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Sf_jGKm7EWI/AAAAAAAAABo/5Lc3diLcggo/s1600-h/DSC04049.JPG"><img src="//1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Sf_jGKm7EWI/AAAAAAAAABo/5Lc3diLcggo/s200/DSC04049.JPG" class="size_orig justify_left border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5332230178896286050" style=" margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Sf_jFr_xDoI/AAAAAAAAABg/JXPabHMNtIM/s1600-h/DSC04005.JPG"><img src="//1.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/Sf_jFr_xDoI/AAAAAAAAABg/JXPabHMNtIM/s200/DSC04005.JPG" class="size_orig justify_left border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5332230170678988418" style=" margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" /></a><br>Hello<br><br>This weekend was a very full on for me. I spent it celebrating the 2yr anniversary of The Faith Center Church in Charlotte and 15yr oF the sister church Redeeming Life Christian Center in Bluefield WV. The activities started with a basket ball game between the ladies teams and then the deacons vs Clergy. The next day we had A church diner and the service itself. I always like jumping in with the praise team and adding to the atmosphere of worship. Praise God.<br><br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-2691088377570644607?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267102009-04-19T20:00:00-04:002009-04-19T20:00:00-04:00One man band, percussion, Dancing ManHello All<br><br>So I've been tracking my listing trying to find out which words lead visitors to my site. I cam e across some unthought of phrases...for example...Dancing man Fayettvile...lol. Not sure if they wanted a steel drummer. I've been known to dance while i play but i wouldn't consider myself a " Dancing man"...lol. <br><br>Another popular one is percussion. The steel drum is definitely a percussive instrument, but the surfers were really looking for drum lesson. I plan to offer private steel drum lesson, but I cureently dont' have an extra drum to teach on. if the student has their own, however, I'd be more than happy to teach.<br><br>One man band has been seen alot to. Makes sense, I'm a one man band as well.<br><br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-363938911088068590?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267092009-04-15T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:16-05:00Wedding steel drums-Cocktail Hour-Minsky DelmonteHi There<br><br>This is a video clip of me playing wedding steel drums at a cocktail hour in Florida. It features Master Blaster -Stevie Wonder, Pump Me Up -Edwin Yearwood, a Salsa improvisation, and Baby I Love Your Way-Big Mountain. <br>Grab some popcorn.<br><br>Minsky<br><br><center> <script type="text/javascript" src="http://blip.tv/scripts/pokkariPlayer.js?ver=2008010901"></script><script type="text/javascript" src="http://blip.tv/syndication/write_player?skin=js&posts_id=2011221&source=3&autoplay=true&file_type=flv&player_width=&player_height="></script><div id="blip_movie_content_2011221"> <a rel="enclosure" href="http://blip.tv/file/get/Hearsteeldrumsplay-WeddingSteelDrumsCocktailHourMinskyDelmonte661.wmv" onclick="play_blip_movie_2011221(); return false;"><img src="//blip.tv/file/get/Hearsteeldrumsplay-WeddingSteelDrumsCocktailHourMinskyDelmonte661.wmv.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="Video thumbnail. Click to play" /></a> <br><a rel="enclosure" href="http://blip.tv/file/get/Hearsteeldrumsplay-WeddingSteelDrumsCocktailHourMinskyDelmonte661.wmv" onclick="play_blip_movie_2011221(); return false;">Click To Play</a> </div> </center><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-4243432712309137162?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/266822009-04-14T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:15-05:00Im on Gigmasters.comHi everyone<br><br>I decided to tryout a lead generating site called gigmasters.com They offered a 50% discount to new members, so i decided to give it a try. I joined on tuesday and got one inquiry the same day. Hmmm not bad. I'd like to keep the momentum going. I'm listed in the solo steel drum musican category. Have drum will travel!<br>click on the link below to book me.<br>Minsky<br><br><div>
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</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-7032753979763205229?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267082009-04-07T20:00:00-04:002009-04-07T20:00:00-04:00Steel Drums samples for weddings, churches, and other eventsHi there<br><br>I made a compilation video of different places and events that I've played in This is my official promo video. I've posted in on my website and I'll post it other places too. If you have a moment plz view it and if I can be of service to you feel free to contact me.<br><br>Minsky<br><br><object width="341" height="266" class="BLOG_video_class" id="BLOG_video-bb98125e3e75a751" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0"><param name="movie" value="http://www.blogger.com/img/videoplayer.swf?videoUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fvp.video.google.com%2Fvideodownload%3Fversion%3D0%26secureurl%3DqAAAABqQx1oQmSnIaATdhug8I96kMECCQZaaswqrJz20rLBMqKmtl3TFMDsM94Bwrt7_K7WVkGd7Fmo5VUL0wmr-cnlkHefC-M-KT6EVNJqCMAap1YONoLf0sVViF6UZT0NGrp3l2c7HgCw-hWBd7YqjnwCw-KlgCtOGbLJWiicxVXeyOi3Yo5lgO8qKqfusGV3vMcQU5D3ExNxRbGEPPQwOIvlCAA_A7AAs8aq902-7h6ku%26sigh%3D19AhcvquzQhSAuMjIDoepgG-gWA%26begin%3D0%26len%3D86400000%26docid%3D0&nogvlm=1&thumbnailUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fvideo.google.com%2FThumbnailServer2%3Fapp%3Dblogger%26contentid%3Dbb98125e3e75a751%26offsetms%3D5000%26itag%3Dw320%26sigh%3Dm08rpzkamZOM7eb-FTk2gMk6wAU&messagesUrl=video.google.com%2FFlashUiStrings.xlb%3Fframe%3Dflashstrings%26hl%3Den">
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http://hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com/<br><br>
MinskyMinsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267032009-03-28T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:16-05:00Graphic design<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SdBF4c9H3eI/AAAAAAAAABY/9CUehe9Zjqo/s1600-h/HSP+INSIDE+DRUM+MUSIC+N+STIX.jpg"><img src="//3.bp.blogspot.com/_Fes_gtDiHoo/SdBF4c9H3eI/AAAAAAAAABY/9CUehe9Zjqo/s320/HSP+INSIDE+DRUM+MUSIC+N+STIX.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5318827996072107490" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 214px" /></a><br><div>Hi There</div><br><div></div><br><div>Before i developed musically my main creative outlet was art. Drawing painting and eventually graffiti. I've always loved letter styles and colors. I've started to dabble in my artistic side again. I've been working with different flyer design to help promote my Hear Steel Drums Play business. My flyer designer is wonderful...she can be found at <a href="mailto:gigflyers@gmail.com">gigflyers@gmail.com</a> I call on her for big projects. In the meantime I'm fiddling with some photo and design software. I'm pretty happy with the one that I created above.</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-1031250669691087054?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/266942009-03-18T20:00:00-04:002017-01-14T13:36:15-05:00insky's Steel Drum Picture<img src="//counters.gigya.com/wildfire/IMP/CXNID=2000002.11NXC/bHQ9MTIzNzUwMzc1Nzg*NSZwdD*xMjM3NTA2MTE4NzQ5JnA9Mzg2MzYxJmQ9Jm49YmxvZ2dlciZnPTEmdD*=.gif" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="0" style="visibility:hidden;width:0px;height:0px;" width="0" /><div style="width:480px;text-align:right;">
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</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-3921555208406411680?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/266952009-03-17T20:00:00-04:002009-03-17T20:00:00-04:00Strings and SteelHi There<br><br>I'm excited about working out the string parts of Amber Mint. I want my lines to speak clearly and uniquely. Many people write string parts as sustained pads. I want movement and warmth for mine. I also want sublte oboe and cello parts. I'll have to listen, read and study some more compositions that feature strings.<br><br>Including two live string players on the track would really help the feel of the song too.<br><br>Makin progress.<br><br>Minsky Delmonte<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-1560435102985976412?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/266962009-03-16T20:00:00-04:002009-03-16T20:00:00-04:00Getting ThereHi there<br><br>I did some recording in Greensboro NC yesterday. My former studio moved from Charlotte to GSO. The quality of recording and the engineers work ethic is so good that I don't mind making the drive.<br><br>The studio is called MBAL studios... <a href="http://www.myspace.com/murderballadaudiolaboratory">www.myspace.com/murderballadaudiolaboratory</a>. I'm finishing a song called Amber Mint...more a steel drum relaxation type of sound. I'm experimenting with some string parts. I'll have a live vioin solo and possibly a live cellist. Pretty cool eh? I'd like to see how it evolves. I know it has come a long way since I first recorded it back in July of 08. Patience and perseverance.<br><br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-4329505661298141288?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/266982009-03-15T20:00:00-04:002009-03-15T20:00:00-04:00Steel Drums at the Monteagle WineryHi<br><br>I just completed my trip to Nashville and Monteagle Winery in Tennessee. What a great trip it was. I flew into Nashville. I was very happy that all my gear arrived WITH me...lol. The car ride was 1 1/2hr but the next time I'll fly into Chattanooga. Its only 1hour away. Although it was overcast, the countyside was beautiful. I'm looking forward to returning on August 15 2009 to give a full featured concert. I'll be playing classical ( Canon in D,Ode to Joy. Jesu, Joy Of Mans Desire, etc) calypso, soca, reggae, pop, gospel and standards on steel drums. Can't wait to update my repertoire. Come hear me play if you can. Visit <a href="http://www.monteaglewinery.com/">www.monteaglewinery.com</a> to see their list of other artist who will perform throughout the summer.<br>Smooth jazz was performed by Danny Torroll <a href="http://www.dannytorroll.com/">www.dannytorroll.com</a> a guitarist who runs his own music academy. We were impressed with each other knowledge and command of our respective instruments.<br><br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-6595907322005303068?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/266972009-03-15T20:00:00-04:002009-03-15T20:00:00-04:00Drivin in NashvilleHi<br><br>I returned to Nashville in the rain. Nonetheless the place was still hopping with activity. people were coming and going...pus it was St Patrick's day weekend. The music scene was as upbeat as always. I'd like to visit when the weather is better and i can walk around and enjoy the place. There is so much to do there. The one place that I really wanted to go to was closed!( B.B. King's blues bar) I would've braved the rain for that. Oh well, next time. I saw the Titans stadium.....alongside the river. I like visiting new cities. many lovely buildings and historical sites in BNA. such as Fisk University, Vanderbilt, Middle Tennesse State etc.<br><br>I came across a Lifeway Christian bookstore that reminded me that I drove by that exact spot 10 years ago.<br><br>While in White Castle ( my fav spot since my NJ days) I made the acquaintance of Mr James Grace. J and I shared a burger and some good conversation. J told me that he managed a band that fired Jimmy Hendrix, before he became famous. Turned out that the band was into RnB and the soul sound, whereas Jimmy was too busy creating his signature psychedelic sound!!! Too amazing. The unknown people are the real treasure chests of history. If the purpose of my trip was to feed and provide shelter to Mr Grace, then my rip was well worth it.<br><br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-934961556925759197?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/266992009-03-12T20:00:00-04:002009-03-12T20:00:00-04:00BNABNA is the airport city code for Nashville Tenn. I'm headed there 2morrow. Actually I'm off to Monteagle, Tenn. which is about an hour outside of BNA.<br><br>I'll be one of the guest musicians playing at the Monteagle Winery open house. <a href="http://www.monteaglewinery.com/">www.monteaglewinery.com</a>. I found this gig on my favorite spot. <a href="http://www.craigslist.org/">www.craigslist.org</a> They have everything there. I'm looking forward to visiting and playing steel drums/ steel pan there. Its a new venue...plus I need some new pics for my website.<a href="http://www.hearsteeldrumsplay.com/">www.hearsteeldrumsplay.com</a><br><br>Should be a nice time. ( yes I've got some country music on steel drums ready for them...Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers to the rescue)<br>Minsky<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-8738822728847556956?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267002009-03-10T20:00:00-04:002009-03-10T20:00:00-04:00Gospel Steel drumsHi There<br><br>We had a time n a half in church this past sunday. I was able to share the steel drum with our congregation. I played during the " special music" section and continued on to an improvised worship section. The need for worship was really upon us and I'm glad that Bishop Fred Brown tapped into the move of the spirit. I absolutely love playing my drum in church. it really does something for me. Other venues are cool too, but church is home for me. I remember playing steel drums at my church in West Virgina...it was always such a powerful time. People have limited the insrument because they have only heard it play predominantly " tropical" beach music. However, when they hear it playing Gospel, it really moves them into a mind of worship...and i love being a part of that experience. I'm looking forward to some more chances to share with congregations worldwide.<br><br>Minksy<br>Steel Drum Artist.<br>www.hearsteeldrumsplay.com<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-5836451399363219892?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267012009-03-05T19:00:00-05:002009-03-05T19:00:00-05:00First gig at the Charlotte NC EpicentreHi.<br>I played at the Epicenter in downtown Charlotte today. It was my first time visiting it let alone playing steel drums there. i was hired by a bar called Whisky River....www.whiskyrivercharlotte. Its owned by NASCAR drive Dale Earhnhardt Jr. Definitely a County/ Rock n Roll venue. I initially wondered what songs to play. I don't have anysongs of the above mentione genres in my repertoire. However, their theme was "Spring Fever" and they wanted Tropic Rock, beach, Soca Caribbean etc. Wheeeew...that I have....well a lil bit. I don't know or practice the majority of songs that you would expect to hear on a steel drum. There are so many people who play the same songs and do a great job of it that I don't really think anyone would mind if i didn't play " Yellowbird" or " Jump In The Line".<br><br>Nonetheless, playing on the patio of the venue was great becuase of the nice weather and the chance to interact with people as they strolled by. Not a bad way to spend a friday.<br><br>Minsky Delmonte<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-5957686549670431648?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/267022009-03-04T19:00:00-05:002009-03-04T19:00:00-05:00Ready, set, recordAs I've gained more momentum in playing in public, I've gotten more requests for cd's. I've dabbled in recording but I never really created anything serious or marketable. However, I now have material that defines my music and introduces itto listeners. I'm still develpoping my style and still working out some technical stuff, but for the most part, I'm ready to record my music and share it.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img src="//blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9062445662137628124-2202040876275163540?l=hearsteeldrumsplay.blogspot.com" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" height="1" width="1" /></div>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/266932009-02-02T19:51:20-05:002009-02-02T19:51:20-05:00lined up and waitingI finished AmberMint...added a few more parts to it. Got a few studio musicians lined up and the next step is too record it. I'm glad I don't have the pressure of trying to creat under a deadline.Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/266922009-02-02T19:48:39-05:002009-02-02T19:48:39-05:00My Buddy R. Smith<p>My buddy Rich fought a courageous fight against leukemia. Our friendship began with music and I was honored and humbled to play piano at his memorial service. It was a blessing for me and helped me deal with my grief. It was great to connect with Rich one last time. <br><br>
R.I.P. my friend...you wil be missed.</p>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/266912009-01-16T08:53:08-05:002009-01-16T08:53:08-05:00Brand IdentityJust made arrangements to have a logo designed and downloaded a template to use as a background for my home vid productions ( youtube...search minsky delmonte).<br><br>
I knew what I needed to move in the direction that I want to go in, however my financial landscape slowed things down. As it continues to improve I'll be able to combine creativity and money to keep the momentum of making "Hear Steel Drums Play" a recognizable name associated with quality Steel Drum music.<br type="_moz">Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/266902009-01-15T17:23:46-05:002009-01-15T17:23:46-05:00God Bless USAir Flight 1549I thnak God for His grace and mercy in the fate of Flight 1549. That route is dear to me as I often travel it to visit my family in the NJ /NY area. I know the hudson river quite well. I've driven alongside it and have even sailed on it. Today it became a runway of safety for a disabled airplane. Thank God for His hand of safety on that aircraft and for giving skill and knowledge to the pilot and crew. Bless everyone associated with that flight...family friends and employees.<br type="_moz">Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/266892009-01-14T08:10:21-05:002009-01-14T08:10:21-05:00Computer frustrationsGosh, I'm so fed up with my computer...its really time for a new one. My current laptop has served its time well. Over 4 yrs now and alot of my "fiddling" around with it. However, I recently bought a recording program so that I can jot down ideas that I've been working on. everything loaded fine except the USB to MIDI driver cd. I got a " Unable to exceute" msg when trying to install a critical SP2 download....without I cant record diddly.....huh....time to upgrade and for sure!<br type="_moz">Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/266882009-01-13T20:45:49-05:002009-01-13T20:45:49-05:00$1 pizza nightTuesdays are my favorite night to go to Carmella's...why? Because its dollar pizza night! Prior to making it over to Carmella's I got a chance to see Tymia perform a dance routine with her 8th grade class's annual dance recital. Quite nice.<br><br>
So to top off a great evening, my good buddy Will showed up at Carmellas. In addition to being an annointed drummer, Will is also very insightful to the Word of God and shared scriptures with us. We don't hang out as often, but its always a treat when we do. I plan to have Will record my drum tracks on my upcoming Cd's. He is a standout drummer and I can't wait for you to hear him.<br type="_moz">Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/266872009-01-13T20:40:22-05:002009-01-13T20:40:22-05:00Meeting great peopleYesterday I got chance to meet Joanna of the Tsunami Waveriders. I've heard of the band before, but never got a chance to hear them live. Joanna was kind enough to recommend me for a gig in Durham, NC.<br><br>
I liked Joanna's down to earth personality and her passion for steel drums. Not only does she play them, but she is quite knowledgeable of the inner workings of the steel drum circuit, and quite familiar with the work of several stell drum builders/tuner. I enjoyed listening to her insight, and sharing marketing strategies with her. Thanks for your kindness Joanna.<br type="_moz">Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/266862009-01-11T12:50:23-05:002022-05-18T09:31:13-04:00Classy Durham Last night I played at a last minute gig in Durham, NC. That was my first time visiting and playing in that area. The venue was the Sarah P Duke Botanical Gardens. I was quite impressed by the serenity and beauty of the place. I was in Duke country-Duke University-home of college basketball powerehouse, Duke Blue devils.<br><br>
The gathering was very classy. A young couple had gotten married in the Caribbean, and held a get together for friends and family that did not make the trip. I enjoyed my time entertaining the guests, as everyone was very pleasant. The feeling was mutual. The brides dad expressed his happiness with my performance and mentioned that he would keep me in mind for future events. Definitely a great connection.<br type="_moz">Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/266852009-01-08T00:24:58-05:002009-01-08T00:24:58-05:00Sorting Pics I took some great new photos while in Lake Tahoe and San Francisco....I'm sorting them out and will post them in the photo section soon. I'm also working on a Home video of the same trip. I'm trying to streamline the website so that its very easy for visitorr to manuever.Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/266842009-01-07T17:35:50-05:002009-01-07T17:35:50-05:00Good VibesWorking on some new songs. Actually, these songs have been in my head for many years, however I now have some of the musical equiment to express them. I now have a piano and a really great recording studio and engineer in the Legacy Recording Lounge and Daniel Gromitt. I'm moving toward buy some more musical gear that will allow me to capture my ideas on the fly. Lisa has been great in lending me her video camera, which allows me to tape some of the songs.<br type="_moz">Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolinatag:hearsteeldrumsplay.com,2005:Post/266832009-01-05T16:50:00-05:002017-01-14T13:36:15-05:00New places<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/60157/9aaf327cd5f447c5f2191b96b6d3c920ecacaddd/thumb/SANTahoeSFOattractionssign.jpg?1376413488" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="83" width="125" /><br><br>
Jan 5, 09<br><br>
I'm currently in San Francisco, California. I flew here and then drove to South Lake Tahoe- to play steel drums at a wedding. Lake Tahoe is a beautiful winter wonderland made up of stunning vistas, Snow capped mountain summits and healthy fresh air. It was an honor for me to be invited to share my music. I will post some pics in the "Photo" section and I'm also working on a video of the trip. I've taken a liking to making home movies and you are more than welcomed to view them on the " Video" page. <br><br>
The highlight of this trip was meeting three wonderful people. The first was a homeless gentleman named Dan. Like everyone else Dan is a sensational human being -a very kind hearted, good natured person. Dan actually took photos and filmed video clips for me. He has quite an artistic eye. He would say " Move to the left....put your hand in your pocket and hold up the sticks"....he knew what he was doing. Don't ever discount a person because of their circumstances.<br><br>
The other two people were an older couple with whom I shared seats with. They were kind enough o offer me their sandwhiches. The gentleman tapped me lightly and said "you've been sleeping a while and have not eaten....take this". That really warmed my heart. Our conversations really made the flight enjoyable.<br><br><br><br>Minsky Delmonte-Steel Drum Player in Charlotte North Carolina