Are you familiar with the steelpan? Originating in Trinidad and Tobago, a Caribbean island nation, it's a percussion instrument made from oil drums that can produce a range of notes. The steelpan plays a crucial role in the opening of "Under the Sea," a song from the movie *The Little Mermaid*. It can produce a wide range of sounds, from soft and transparent tones to dynamic and expressive ones. This program will introduce the charm of the steelpan through live performances and hands-on experiences.

From a mini-concert to a steelpan experience and a challenge to make musical instruments using empty cans, we'll be taking on these activities.

Immerse yourself in the full sound of steel band music at the 'WAIWAI STEEL BAND Full Live'. Don't miss this rare opportunity to hear the live sound of steelpans and fill your end-of-summer memories with music.

This steelpan orchestra is led by steelpan player Yoichi Izawa. The steelpan, an instrument born in Trinidad and Tobago and made from oil drums, plays melodies, harmonies, and bass lines, while drums and percussion provide powerful beats. Formed in 2008, the orchestra has a flexible lineup, having collaborated with over 100 members to create music and stage performances.
They relaunched in 2020 with members who transcend generations and roots, pursuing a more solid sound. They create original songs in various styles, calling it "WAIWAI Music," and are disseminating it both domestically and internationally. They belong to the Playwright label and have released three works (1st album "TIME FOR PAN" 2014 / 2nd album CD & DVD "LAMP" 2016 / 3rd EP "Cleared for take of" 2020). In addition to performing at various music festivals and live shows throughout Japan, they have appeared on radio and television, in hall concerts, educational institutions, and children's theaters. In 2022, they performed as an invited band at the "Miami Carnival 2022" USA. They unleash their music, overflowing with exhilarating euphoria and dynamism, upon the world!

Yoichi Izawa (Double Second, Composer, Band Leader) / Akio Watanabe (Tenor Pan, Ukulele, Composer) / Kaori Yamazaki (Tenor Pan) / Mayuri Sato (Tenor Pan) / Yusuke Sato (Double Tenor) / Megumi Okada (Triple Cello) / Kanako Tajima (Tenor Bass)

Ryohei Okabe (Drums, Percussion)

TUE. August 11, 2026 10:00~

https://ticket.montakanawa.jp/project/CUwkabCN4e

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http://confetti-web.com/@/SoundsofSteelpan

TUE. August 11, 2026 10:00~

https://event.jreast.co.jp/activity/detail/a049/a049-sounds-of-steelpan#plan-4040

Tickets will be sold at Venue on the day of the event.
Location: 2nd Entrance Lobby entrance lobby (inside MoN Takanawa)

*All ticket prices include tax.*Each person may purchase up to two tickets for Part 1.*One guardian can enter for free for each person under 17 years old with a Part 1 ticket.*Children under 4 years old are not permitted to enter Part1. *Each person may purchase up to four tickets for Part 2. *Preschool children are not permitted to enter Part 2.*Participation on the day is only possible if there are seats available.