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Shades of Steel

Shades of Steel

4.94 
(17 reviews)
  • Cleveland, OH
  • Steel Drum Player
  • Travels up to 120 miles
  • $350 and up
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SHADES OF STEEL will make your event memorable with the sounds of the steel drum. Veteran steel drummer Richard Maurer offers a wide range of musical styles from Latin, Jazz, Classical to Top 40, Reggae and Caribbean – with a little Jimmy Buffett thrown in for good measure. Available as a solo, duo or trio, Shades of Steel can accommodate your every need. Let Shades of Steel make your event unforgettable with one of the most unique acoustic instruments, the Steel Drum!


17 Reviews

Alicia K. • August 9, 2014

Simply amazing!!!!

Very responsive & excellent to work with! Richard played for our wedding ceremony & cocktail hour and was a HUGE hit! People are still talking about him! He was exactly what we were looking for, we loved him! I would hire him and recommend him over and over for future events! So awesome!

Hired as:
Steel Drum Player
Dana H. • September 3, 2013

On time, Professional and great sound.

Richard was easy to book on gigsalad. We wanted entertainment at our end of the summer Tropical Luau for the members at the Marion Senior Center. Steel drums came to mind. I looked on the site and found Shades of Steel. I liked the fact that I was able to sample his sound before contacting him. He was a hit with the members and even gave a tutorial on the steel drum.

Hired as:
Steel Drum Player, Caribbean/Island Music, One Man Band
Blakeley M. • July 10, 2013

Great service!

I used shades of steel for my rehearsal dinner and the service was wonderful! I will definitely be using them again!

Hired as:
Steel Drum Player, Steel Drum Player
Amy K. • July 6, 2013

Great start to a wonderful night!

Wonderful start to our party! We had a nautical beach themed outdoor wedding party and Rich got the crowd started and set the party mood for the night. Thanks Rich you were great! Just what we wanted for our celebration.

Hired as:
Steel Drum Player, Beach Music, Caribbean/Island Music
Megan • June 4, 2013

Bravo! Richard Maurer entertains at high school grad party!

Our daughter's high school graduation party was a hit with the sounds of Richard Maurer on the steel drum! Richard traveled to Pittsburgh arrived on time, was easy to work with and very professional. Everyone young and old enjoyed his music. He was the perfect addition to our daughter's celebration! Thanks Richard!!

Hired as:
Steel Drum Player
Jenny • February 18, 2013

Excellent Musician!

Richard is a professional; talented, responsible, and an all round great person to work with. He traveled to Shaker Heights and made our party the talk of the neighborhood! Richard's music was fun and festive. Thank you!

Hired as:
Steel Drum Player, Steel Drum Player
Andre S. • August 17, 2012

Shined at our wedding!!!

Richard was awesome at our wedding!!! We had a beach wedding and Rich played during the ceremony!
From the day I first we contacted him, we experienced total professionalism. He kept us posted and updated on everything before the wedding. He was there early on the day to set up and was just perfect. Rich set the tone during the entire wedding ceremony. The guest and us were amazed by the sound of the steel drums.
Thanks Rich, for being part of our perfect day!

Hired as:
Steel Drum Player, Beach Music, Caribbean/Island Music, Steel Drum Player
Erin G. • July 19, 2012

Wonderful!

Rich did an amazing job-- so talented, the music was awesome and everyone at my wedding reception loved it. Rich is a really nice person also, professional, and timely. GREAT JOB!

Hired as:
Steel Drum Player
Frank H. • June 20, 2012

Great music and great experience.

There is not a lot to say here. Rich is a fantastic musician and an amazing person. Rich played my wife's small birthday get together and was nothing short of excellent the entire time!

Hired as:
Steel Drum Player
Carrie K. • June 18, 2012

We had a perfect Grand Opening!

We hired Shades of Steel for the Grand Opening of our "little, outside bar" and it was perfect! Our first time having a musician at our place - so we weren't sure how the response would be? But it was a huge sucess. The music was perfect and our guests were so excited!

Hired as:
Steel Drum Player
Debbie A. G. L. B. • May 15, 2012

Shades of Steel gave us the ultimate experience

Shades of Steel brought sunshine to our Mother's Day Luau Party.
Richards professionalism from the moment we contacted him to his performance at our party was outstanding. The music was so exceptional and his kind heartedness made him a pleasure to deal with. The party guest are talking about having a luau this summer just to repeat the atmosphere he brought to our party. If it is excellence and professionalism you are looking for, then shades of steel is the entertainment for you.Thank you again, Richard, for making our Mother's Day as special as we planned.

Hired as:
Steel Drum Player
Roshonda S. • May 8, 2012

Richard was absolutely great!

We wanted an island themed engagement party and after seeing Richard at a bridal show, we knew he would be perfect. He did not disappoint at all! My guests enjoyed him so much...wish he could have performed longer but he was already booked...yet very accomodating for our tight schedule!

Hired as:
Steel Drum Player
Diane K. • July 13, 2011

something new different and classy

My daughter played steel drums in middle and high school so she wanted a steel drummist for her wedding. I found Richard while doing an online search for a steel drummist. We were not disappointed at all. He was very easy to work with regarding song selections. He comunicated very well with my daughter. His equipment was very portable and had enough sound capabilities to accommodate the ceremony as well as a cocktail filled area with over 200 people. Very easy to work with, professional and great sound. I would not hestiate to have him again for a function and would highly recommend him.

Hired as:
Steel Drum Player
Ashley V. • July 7, 2011

Great island music for our wedding!

Richard performed at our island themed wedding. He played all the songs we requested and filled in a bunch of other great songs in between! He annouced us as a couple and our dances as we had a small wedding. He was very accomodating and all the guests loved the music! It was a real hit!

Hired as:
Steel Drum Player
Ellen L. • August 26, 2010

Review by Ellen L.

We hired Rich for our son's rehearsal dinner and his music was the perfect finishing touch to a fun filled evening. The live music seemed to enhance the mingling of the crowd and was relaxing during dinner. His wide range of song selection appealed to everyone from the grandparents to the teenagers and even inspired some unexpected dancing. He was easy to do business with and very professional. We hope to have an opportunity to work with him again.

Hired as:
Steel Drum Player
Linda M. • July 14, 2010

Review by Linda M.

We booked Shades of Steel for our daughter's graduation luau. He played very well and people felt entertained and relaxed with his performance on the steel drum. I would recommend him to anyone holding a celebration because having his talent present made our party one to remember.

Hired as:
Steel Drum Player
Jen P. • July 1, 2010

Review by Jen P.

Shades of Steel's Richard Maurer, was WONDERFUL for our daughter's wedding. Dressed in a tuxedo, he welcomed our guests into a paradise of cocktails and steel drums straight from the islands. His "pre-wedding" professionalism set my mind at ease and I knew I wouldn't have to worry about his work ethic, honesty and attire the day of the wedding. I would hire him at the drop of a hat...and probably will again.

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Price Range: $350 and up

Languages: English

About

SHADES OF STEEL will make your event memorable with the sounds of the steel drum. Veteran steel drummer Richard Maurer offers a wide range of musical styles from Latin, Jazz, Classical to Top 40, Reggae and Caribbean – with a little Jimmy Buffett thrown in for good measure. Available as a solo, duo or trio, Shades of Steel can accommodate your every need. Let Shades of Steel make your event unforgettable with one of the most unique acoustic instruments, the Steel Drum!

Services Offered

Steel Drum Player Beach Music

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Setup Requirements

Electrical Outlet.

Outdoor events require covering from sun or rain.

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