Sherwin Thwaites Music

Sherwin Thwaites Music
An upscale steel drum instrumentalist available to provide a unique and special soundscape for your special event. Feel the warmth of the Caribbean as I perform a variety of selections from my 300+ repertoire of songs. Your performance will include virtuoso steel pan player Sherwin Thwaites performing with high quality instrumental backing tracks. Your event will be the talk of the town after my performance!

Curate your entire experience!

Ceremony:
Start off your wedding with intimate live music for your pre-ceremony as your guests await your arrival! This will seamlessly transition to your wedding processional music. I can even create a steel drum instrumental arrangement of your favorite song just for your wedding.

Cocktail Hour
After you say your I do’s, I will entertain your guests with steel drum covers of Top 40, Pop, Soca, Reggae, Oldies, Afro Beats, Soul and classic Rock. I am known for getting the party started early! High quality instrumental backing tracks along with my steel drum playing will have your guests raving for weeks!

Born in Toronto, Canada of Trinidadian parents. My parents and I then migrated to the DC area. At an early age I was exposed to all genres of music and cultures. We listened to calypso, reggae, go-go, jazz, and gospel. Being born in the mid 70's, I was old enough to be a part of the hip hop movement during the 80’s. Oddly enough, my first instrument wasn't a guitar or a violin; it was a soprano steel drum. By the age of 10, I was performing in adult steel bands with my dad and younger brothers. We have performed throughout the United States and worldwide for presidents, sports teams, dignitaries and anyone else who needed steel orchestras. In addition, I have been afforded the opportunity to perform with the likes of Andy Narell, Ray Holman, Len Boogsie Sharpe, Robert Greenidge and Ken Professor Philmore to name a few. Furthermore, I have traveled to Trinidad on numerous occasions to compete in Panorama competitions with Phase II Pan Groove and other steel bands. With these influences and a degree from Berklee College Of Music, my background lends to a very unique sound that transcends any genre or instrument. Furthermore, Sherwin Thwaites Music is available to provide a unique and special soundscape for your special event. Feel the warmth of the Caribbean as I perform a variety of selections from my 200+ repertoire of songs. Your event will be the talk of the town after my performance! I will travel anywhere!