SweetPan Entertainment
7 reviews- Surrey, BC
- Steel Drum Band
- Travels up to 60 miles
- $150 and up
Overview
We specialize in Caribbean rhythms with a variety of songs ranging from new to old classics on the many different sizes of drum & have played for dances, weddings, corporate events, community events & interactive concerts since 1994.
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7 Reviews
Douglas got rave reviews from everyone at the party! Everyone was entertained and his music helped create a really fun party atmosphere. Excellent job, endless recommendations! If you want a steel drum player or band to wow your guests, these are the guys to go with.
Thank you Douglas! You did a fantastic job!
Steel Drum Player
Response from SweetPan Entertainment:
Thank you Arti. Much appreciated. It was a pleasure playing at your birthday event. Everyone was very warm and ready to have fun and dance. I look forward to performing for you again in the future!
Doug and his steel drum was great for my husbands 50th birthday party last night. Everyone raved about the unique touch it added. We put tarps up to protect Doug and his equipment from the rain and it all went off without a hitch! Let me know how I can upload a video from the party..
Andrea
Steel Drum Player
Thank you Doug for the wonderful performance at our wedding!! It set the tone with your beautiful tropical music. Guests told me it made them feel like they were on vacation somewhere and how relaxing it made them feel. So thank you very much for make our day that much more special❤️
Steel Drum Player
Response from SweetPan Entertainment:
Hi Nicole. Thank you for the kind words. This was one of the most beautifully set weddings I have seen. Kudos on the location. A shout out to Amanda (your wedding organizer) as she was very nice, helpful and on the ball. Congratulations again on your new life together!
Very enjoyable evening. Arrived in plenty of time to set up, played for four hours with barely a break. Great music, enjoyable to all guests (and neighbors!). Would book again in a second. Very smooth process and emails answered promptly.
Steel Drum Player
Doug and team were professional and helped bring a little Trini to the wedding.
Steel Drum Player, Steel Drum Band
Response from SweetPan Entertainment:
Hi Prageet
Thank you for the nice comm8. It was a pleasure to play at your wedding event. It was a beautiful location and wonderful day. I hope the bride was as pleasantly surprised!
Best regards,
Douglas
SweetPan is five star entertainment. Five star for music. Five star for mood setting. Five star for ease of working with.
Thank you SweetPan for making out tiki party a huge success.
Suzette
Steel Drum Band
Response from SweetPan Entertainment:
Thank you Suzette. It was wonderful playing at your Tiki party. I must say your party was tops in decoration and entertainment and without question one of the best I have ever seen. Event organization is most certainly your forte and I will recommend you to any of our clients. Look forward to play at any of your future events!
Douglas Gubbe
SweetPan
Doug was so great with our seniors. Most of our residents had never seen or heard a steel drum before and he was so informative and even let them try it.
Doug was professional and very friendly!
We look forward to having SweetPan Entertainment back!
Steel Drum Player, Steel Drum Band
Response from SweetPan Entertainment:
Thank you Rebekah. It was my pleasure. You were an excellent host and certainly have a great group of people at your centre. It was a pleasure playing for you all. Hope to perform for a future 'tropical' event for you!
Booking Info
Price Range: $150 and up
Gig Length: 60 - 180 minutes
Languages: English
What to Expect
The musical group SweetPan is all about Canadians playing the steel drum, 'pan', the only acoustic musical invention of the 20th century, & clearly a major Caribbean contribution to world culture. We specialize in Caribbean rhythms on the many different sizes of drum & have played for dances, weddings, corporate events, community events & interactive concerts since 1994. Our leader & arranger, Bernard Fernandes, draws on his vast repertoire & experience of the Caribbean to lend both an innovative & authentic touch! Steeldrum workshops are also available.
About
Bernard Fernandes, Band Leader, Cello Pan, Singer, Composer
Originator of the bands 'SweetPan Entertainment' and 'Carib X Press', he also performs as a solo artist on steel drums, piano, vocals, & guitar. He has arranged for and/or led La Tropical, Karib Brass, Cinnamon, Fernandes & Co, Sweet Pan & Panarimba. With Fernandes & Co, an instrumental & vocal group featuring Caribbean, Latin & North American music, Bernard released a CD of all original music in 1994. For three years, prior to the closing of the Music Gallery he was Music Entertainer at Science World, BC. Finishing his music degree in 1992, he makes his living teaching, making & composing music, & should you realize you want to learn to play the steel drum, today is your lucky day.
Doug Gubbe, Tenor Pan,
Starting playing steel pan in June 2000, Doug took a special interest in steel pan after visiting Trinidad & Tobago. He believes that music is candy for the soul . . . and boy does he have a sweet tooth! Joining SweetPan provided the perfect fit!
Gail Bonner, Tenor Pan
A highly motivated player with a light, soothing touch that combined with her special spicy moves, declare her a product of her island, GRENADA. Gail is a well-known collector of Dolphins.
Why you ask? She says, "They're smart, smooth and graceful . . . just like her!!!"
Additional Booking Notes
1. The organizer is responsible to provide 120VAC power at desired location (for equipment)
2. If outdoors, the organizer is responsible to provide a dry location and cover suitable to protect the players and equipment from rain or hot sun (shaded area ok if it is sunny)
3. The remaining portion of payment is due upon completion of engagement
4. Down payment is non-refundable
5. Gratuities always appreciated
Services Offered
Upcoming Booked Events
| June 30, 2019 • 4:30pm - 7:30pm | Birthday Party |
Past Booked Events
| June 02, 2019 • 3:00pm - 6:00pm | Birthday Party |
| December 04, 2018 • 8:00pm - 8:30pm | Christmas Party |
| September 08, 2018 • 8:00pm - 9:30pm | Birthday Party |
| August 24, 2018 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| August 18, 2018 • 7:00pm - 11:00pm | Birthday Party |
| August 18, 2018 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Birthday Party |
| July 20, 2018 • 1:00pm - 1:45pm | Corporate Event |
| June 15, 2018 • 5:00pm - 6:30pm | Wedding Reception |
| September 09, 2017 • 5:00pm - 9:00pm | Birthday (Teen) |
| August 18, 2017 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Cultural Event |
| March 09, 2017 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Dinner Party |
| August 12, 2016 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
| July 09, 2016 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Birthday (Child) |
| April 30, 2016 • 8:30pm - 10:30pm | Birthday (Adult) |
| August 03, 2015 | Birthday (Adult) |
Team
| Bernard Fernandes | Band Leader, Cello Pan, Singer, Composer |
| Douglas Gubbe | Tenor Pan |
| Gail Bonner | Tenor Pan |
Setup Requirements
The organizer is responsible to provide 120VAC power at desired location (for equipment)
If outdoors, the organizer is responsible to provide a dry location and cover suitable to protect the players and equipment from rain or hot sun (shaded area ok if it is sunny)
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