Panjive Steel Drum Entertainment
- Orange County, CA
- Steel Drum Band
- 12 Verified Bookings
Virgie K. said “Hi drummer was very good and very enjoyable very friendly and I would have him again”
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Salsa Steel Drum Band includes some of the best Pan Players in Southern California. The Band is located in San Diego. We play all the best venues. Hotel Del, San Diego Zoo & regularly at Tequila Factory in Old Town, Embassy Suites, Harrah's Casino, Barefoot Bar at Paradise Point Resort.
Lots of Reggae/Cayypso on steelpan, jazz, Latin, and classical on marimba/ vibraphone & woodwinds. If you check out my web site you will find lot's of variety including holiday costumed entertainment. License and insurance. Duo to big band with dancers.
Bill and his crew were amazing! Everyone loved the vibe. I would recommend them for any venue. Definitely book 4 band members if possible. Drummer and bass player add a lot.
Response from Bill Harris & Salsa Steel:
Wonderful group of people to play for Chris. Beautiful place, beautiful people. We had a blast. Nice to talk with you at the end of the gig. Thanks for the good words and the gig!
I was looking for easy beach music with steel drums and Bill delivered in spades. On time, friendly, and no hassle. Along with steel drums, Bill provided back-up tracks of reggae, Jimmy Buffet, etc. to keep our background music interesting and varied. Great job!
Response from Bill Harris & Salsa Steel:
Thanks for the great review Joseph! And the gig. You really know how to throw a party. You made it a very fun night for everyone.
These guys are too much fun! The poolside music was the perfect ambiance for the day. Those that wanted to dance or limbo (yes, they bring limbo to the party!) had a blast, and those that just want to listen to the island sounds were also content. Great choice to hire Salsa Steel! Thanks Bill & Stephanie for giving us awesome entertainment!!
Response from Bill Harris & Salsa Steel:
Thank you Lisa! Great working with you. Loved having fun with everyone there. Lots of good vibes. Also thanks for the review. Bill and Stephanie
Salsa Steel was amazing, thank you for playing at our party.
Response from Bill Harris & Salsa Steel:
Thanks for the great review Kelly. It was a pleasure playing for you and your family. Really fun group to play for. Bill and Stephanie
Best band for my dads birthday
Response from Bill Harris & Salsa Steel:
Thanks for saying so Cindy, great group to play for. Our pleasure!
Bill played for our wedding reception on January 16, 2016 and he was wonderful! Everyone commented on how much they enjoyed the music. It fit right into the celebration. I would highly recommend Bill for any event you are thinking of having. We would happily have him at any event we ever have again and would highly recommend him. He was very professional. Loved the music. Thanks Bill for making our wedding reception special! Bonnie and Denny
Response from Bill Harris & Salsa Steel:
Bonny & Denny, Wonderful wedding with great people, Thanks for your hospitality! Bill & Stephanie
We used Bill for a poolside Happy Hour for our Corporate conference. He was a true professional and amazing artist! I explained to him my vision of what the evening should provide and he took it from there --even going so far as to help us facilitate a game of "Name that Steel Drum Tune." We had about 150 people and they all loved the steel drum backdrop to a great evening.
Response from Bill Harris & Salsa Steel:
Also wonderful working with Harry & his company, I could tell from the first phone call they out to have a great time. Really fun crowd for me and Stephanie.
Price Range: $300 and up
Gig Length: 59 - 240 minutes
Languages: English
Insurance: $1,000,000 - certificate available on request
Good people having fun in Southern California. We play many different styles. With the steel drums You can expect to hear alot of classic island music from Yellowbird and Jamaica Farewell to lot's of Jimmy Buffett, Bob Marley, Harry Belafonte and more. I can do solo with tracks, but of course it's always more fun with the band. Vocals on request. acoustic or electric is up to you. If you would prefer Latin jazz, we use marimba, woodwinds with added bass and percussion playing Salsa, merengue, sambas, Cha cha and more. Dancers makes for a very special treat.
EXPERIENCE:
Currently working in video and music production with emphasis on following projects:
Soloist and band leader of the popular music group "Salsa Steel".
Media consultant for World Digital Innovations; helping to develop content for their clients Sempre Energy, Frito-Lay, and several Southern California Community College campuses.
Past
Performed music for many special events such as the Tolby Wells Foundation, San Diego Zoo, Hotel Del, Pauma Casino, The Renaissance Pleasure Faire as well as private/corporate parties.
Engineered audio for many indy film festivals, produced audio/video content for fortune 100 companies.
Performed as a percussionist with Chicago Symphony, and have played parties attended by Oprah, President Clinton, Sonny Bono and other notable celebrities.
This info is determined by size of venue & number of people attending the event. I do supply sound system for smaller events. Sound & light man is available for additional cost to client. Staging is provided by client.
June 10, 2023 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | Graduation |
October 13, 2018 • 1:00pm - 6:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
September 12, 2018 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Corporate Event |
July 04, 2018 • 3:00pm - 6:00pm | Birthday Party |
September 27, 2017 • 6:30pm - 9:30pm | Corporate Event |
September 02, 2017 • 12:00pm - 4:00pm | Cocktail Party |
August 25, 2017 • 5:30pm - 7:00pm | Birthday (Adult) |
July 08, 2017 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Fundraiser |
April 15, 2017 • 3:30pm - 5:30pm | Birthday (Adult) |
January 16, 2016 | Wedding Reception |
October 27, 2015 | Corporate Event |
This is a very limited list.. . .many more songs. . . too many to mention
Reggae/Calypso List
Under The Sea
Jamaica Farewell
Yellow bird
Matilda
Limbo Rock
No Woman No Cry
Walking On The Moon
Waiting In Vain
Volcano Blues
Three Little Birds
Tel a Ley
Teaser
Stir It Up
Sugar Bum Bum
Sing In She Party
Say Say
Rivers of Babylon
Rum and Coca-cola
Reggae Woman
Red, Red Wine
One Love
Maryann
Margarittaville
Lean On Me
Late In The Evening
Johnny Too Bad
Jammin'
Is This Love
Iko
I Shot The Sheriff
In The Jungle
I Can See Clearly Now
Hot Hot Hot
The Harder They Come
Flag Woman
Dayo
Cisco Kid
The Chicken
Can't Help Falling In Love
Buffalo Soldiers
Both of Them
Partytime
Bassman
Pan in A Minor
Hotel California
Coming In From The Cold
Dayo
Jump In The Line
Everywhere Calypso
Cheeseburger In Paradise
Come Monday
Changes In Latitude
Why Don't We Get Drunk And Screw
Fins
Brown Eyed Girl
Fruitcakes
Barometer Soup
Al
The Hammer
Pass De Duchie
Brazil
Summertime
Aloha Oe
Pearly Shells
Latin/jazz list
Sabor A Mi
Solamente Una Vez
Mexican Hat Dance
Poco Pelo
Guantanamera
Toda Una Vida
Moliendo Cafe
Ultima Noche
Las Manitas
Cielito Lindo
Malagueña
Spanish Flea
You're Everything
500 Miles High
Dindi
Caravan
Tequila
La Bamba
St. Thomas
Gentle Rain
Black Orpheus
Lucky Southern
Tico Tico
La Fiesta
Samba De Orpheus
Besame Mucho
Sudden Samba
Once I Loved
Mas Que Nada
In A Sentimental Mood
One Note Samba
La Samba
Morning
Falling Grace
The Happy People
Spain
Body And Soul
Lambada
Quando Quando Quando
Girl From Ipaniema
Brazil
and many more
American born with a love of World & American music
client supplies shade, power, & heat unless other arrangements are made in advance
Virgie K. said “Hi drummer was very good and very enjoyable very friendly and I would have him again”
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Reggae/Calypso/Pop/Dance music. Bob Marley, Harry Belafonte, Bruno Mars, Prince on steel drums... Solo's to 10 piece bands!