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"Oh, my goodness! You brought so much joy and excitement to our
wedding day!!! We loved listening to your amazing sound and music
selection! All our guests were smiling from ear to ear! You are
so talented and creative! Thank you for bringing life and fun to
the cocktail reception! We had so much fun."

Holly and Phil
"Thank you for helping
to make our daughter's wedding at the Millpond such a wonderfully
happy and memorable event. From the moment the music started, it
was perfect, initially for socializing and eating, and then for
great partying and dancing. It made for a good time for all."

Chris, mother of the
bride
"Thank you so much
for playing the steel drums at our reception. It created the perfect
atmosphere for our cocktail hour! Thanks for making our celebration
extra special!"

Alisha and Eddie R.
"What a fabulous trio
you have, we thoroughly enjoyed it. Thanks so much for being a fabulous
part of our day."

Stacey, mother of the
bride, Pebble Beach
"I heard your recent
performance at Macy's in Walnut Creek and thoroughly enjoyed it.
The music of your steel drum reverberating through the store was
moving. After listening for a few minutes, I was surprised by the
lump in my throat, and the tears that followed. Your music touched
me - it was so upbeat and full of joy. Thank you for a wonderful
start to that day."

Diane D.
"Thank you for providing
such beautiful ambience for our Sept. 15th picnic. The picnic was
a success because of your contribution. Even my musically challenged
ears can appreciate what great music adds and enriches in our celebrations
and in our life. Again, thank you so very much."

Stephanie Ross, Voltage
Security Inc., Saratoga
"Thank you for adding
so much to our company picnic. I can't imagine it without you."

J. Sewell, Century 21,
San Jose
"Thank you for your
wonderful service. We have received nothing but positive feedback.
We look forward to next time."

C. Salazar, San Jose
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Pan Montuno is an instrumental journey
that infuses melodic Caribbean steel drum music with innovative
Latin rhythms. Original compositions by Derek Smith offer a creative
exploration into musical genres such as Latin jazz, calypso, samba
and reggae.
The band draws much of its inspiration from, and performs songs
by legendary musicians such as Cal Tjader, Bob Marley, Harry Belafonte,
Tito Puente, Andy Narell and others. The sounds produced by Derek
Smith and Pan Montuno evoke a positive spirit for all those who
listen.
Some of the most talented and recognized musicians in the greater
San Francisco and Monterey Bay areas join together with Smith to
provide outstanding, upbeat musical performances. Featured band
members include Derek Smith on steel pan and vibraphone, Mike Shannon
on drums and Aaron Germain on bass.
The band performs at public events throughout the state of California
and is available for private events, as well. For ceremonies, small
parties or when "background" music is needed, a soloist, duo, or
trio can be provided. For concerts, clubs, festivals, dance parties
or larger wedding receptions, a quartet, quintet or sextet would
be suggested. The band is available in the following formats:
- (Soloist) Steel drummer with sequencer accompaniment.
- (Duo) Steel drummer and a guitarist, bassist, or a second steel
drummer (with or without sequencer accompaniment).
- (Trio) Steel drummer, bassist, and a drummer.
- (Quartet) Steel drummer, bassist, guitarist (or second steel
drummer), and a drummer.
- (Quintet) Steel drummer (+vibes), bassist, guitarist, drummer,
and a second steel drummer and/or congas.
- (Sextet) Steel drummer (+vibes), bassist, guitarist, drummer,
a second steel drummer, and a percussionist (congas, etc.).
Corporate Clients include:
Apple
Audi
Cisco Systems
Comcast
Cost Plus World Market
Clorox
eBay
Google
IBM
Microsoft
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Monterey Bay Aquarium
Monterey Hyatt
Monterey Plaza Hotel
Santa Clara University
Stanford University
Sunset Magazine
Trader Vics
UC Berkeley
UC Santa Cruz |
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