Trinidad's steelpan is more than just a musical instrument - it symbolises the island's rich cultural heritage and innovative spirit. From its humble beginnings as a discarded oil drum to its current status as a versatile and sophisticated percussion instrument, the evolution of the steelpan is a fascinating story worth exploring. #Trinidad #Steelpan #CulturalHeritage #MusicalInstruments #IslandLife #CaribbeanCulture #Percussion #Innovation #MusicHistory #Carnival #IslandVibes

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://triniinxisle.com/2023/03/26/from-oil-drums-to-musical-instruments-the-evolution-of-steelpan-in-trinidad/