Ravon Rhoden

You are getting the best steel drum player you ever hired I can guarantee that Because of my God given Talent and also reviews I get which you can find on my website.You can watch my videos and listen for yourself to see what i am talking about.
I don't jus play only caribbean Types of music I Play a wide range of songs and anything from the Beatles to Bruno mars.

I AM ALWAYS ON TIME.

I engage with the guests very well I make everyone happy.

People enjoy every Single one of my Shows.

Ravon Rhoden, Also called “Steely” is from Montego Bay, Jamaica. home to Many great musicians.
Ravon is a very keen and energetic steelpan musician who boasts eighteen (18) years experience in his field. Now a soloist, band leader and musical arranger, Ravon learned to play this unique instrument under the hands of the late Errol Caseley and has been entertaining patrons and audiences from the tender age of eleven (11).

Ravon began his professional career in 2009, established his own Steel band (Jamaica Rhythms).

Ravon has risen massively throughout 2012 and is known for thrilling audiences with dynamic performances and can be found performing on Major Cruise ships Around the world. Ravon is also a very thorough and detailed steel pan tutor and these lessons can also be sourced online.

Ravon holds an extensive repertoire of 3000+ songs inclusive of Reggae, Calypso, R&B, Latin, Blues, Jazz, Rock, Pop and Soul music. They are highly influenced by musical icons such as Bob Marley, and Michael Jackson just to name a few.
He has a strong passion for music and has graced the international stage with his Steel drums and his unique way of playing.

Internationally, Ravon has worked for top companies like the Disney cruises ,celebrity cruises and Holland America cruises.

"One of my dreams is to become renown musician and a respected pan player from Jamaica."
Career Objective: performing mind soothing tunes from different genres which are moving, and adding a Caribbean feeling to the music to give that extra drive for music lovers along with experimentation with high and low notes producing something creative.

Instruments:

Steel drums, drums, percussion.

Professional Experience:

Working as solo steel pan drummer with the Disney cruise lines in the United States for 1 ½ years.

Worked on Celebrity cruise line for 4 months as a solo steel pan drummer 2012.

Working at hotels in Jamaica for 10 years both solo and with my band (Jamaica rhythms).

Musician Objectives:

· Developing beautiful tones and create memorable moments for all.

· Energetic performances with music to make something soul soothing.

· Performing the right genre of music to the type of audience I have.

· Keep in touch with latest music so that the taste of every listener is fulfilled.

Qualification:

Took special music courses for learning all sorts of music including Jazz, Classic, reggae and music history.

Achievements:

Got a golden Mickey award at the golden Mickey’s awards for the most creative musician on Disney and also won the Young Talented Musician in my teens at a talent show in my community.

Hobbies:

· Listening music

· Internet surfing

· Playing soccer

All i use is a Powered speaker, My ipad, Mixer And a microphone.
I can either bring my own or you provide it. whichever way you want.