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Potts & Pans Steel Ensemble is a professional-level steel band. Comprised of musicians that were trained in steelpan performance at Northern Illinois University, we are not your typical beach band.

We play many styles of music, ranging from classical to pop to calypso and more! The group is usually made up of 9 performers, but we can also arrange smaller ensembles for you.

Whether you need a solo steelpan or a full band for your next event, Potts & Pans will make it happen for you.

Our ability to play a wide range of genres makes us perfect for:

Birthday Parties

Weddings (have a unique wedding band for your service and reception!)

Graduation Parties

Retirement Parties

Parades

Fairs

Public Events

and more!

For more information, check out pottsandpans.org

We have a wide range of performance options available. In addition to providing steelpan entertainment, we can also provide dueling pianos. For more information about that, please check out felixandfingers.com. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in your wedding reception music package?

Ceremony Music
Learning New Songs
Lighting
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

Which of the following are included in your popular wedding package?

Ceremony Music
Learning New Songs
Lighting
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

Are you an agency or a band?

Band

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3
4 - 6
7+

What genres of music does (do) your band(s) play?

Acoustic
Caribbean
Classical
International
Jazz
Latin
Orchestra
Pop
Reggae

What music services do you provide?

Liability Insurance

Reviews of Potts & Pans Steelband

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Fiona Sent on 02/05/2017
5 out of 5 rating
This review is long overdue. First let me say, Potts and Pans are PHENOMENAL:). My husband is Haitian and I’m Trinidadian and from the moment we got engaged, I knew I wanted a ‘panman’ at our wedding. We hired Matt, Christina and Anthony to play during our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour and I’m sooooo happy that we did. They had our wedding guests singing and hyped up for the reception, and they even got the older folks (like my parents and the in laws) dancing which was awesome!! I could hear the singing and the music from the ceremony room while the hubby and I took pics and wanted to hustle so I could get some food and join the party:). Throughout our wedding preparations, there was never a time where we were worried about what Matt and his team would perform for us. After we heard them play Lucy and Happiest man alive at our initial meeting, it definitely sealed the deal for us. Our wedding guests were mostly young 20-30something Caribbean people, and the only requirement for Matt and his team was that the music be recent, festive and recognizable to our guests (translation: plenty soca and calypso….lol) which it was. It was really great working with Potts and Pans, and Roby and I couldn’t be happier with choosing them as one of our wedding vendors!!! Money well spent
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User2558910 Sent on 03/22/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Excellent program. This is a wonderful community resource. The presenters were very knowledgeable and have such passion for their music.
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Zeev Sent on 10/19/2015
5 out of 5 rating
My experience with Potts & Pans is probably atypical in that we rented pans but not players, since I did the music and my best friends, all pan players, did the performance. Knowing that I wanted pan at the ceremony, I had been so stressed trying to find instruments...until I got in touch with Matt. He was so easy to work with and flexible, dropping off the pans before the ceremony so that we had enough time to rehearse and picking them up afterwards - the whole experience was so easy and seamless. In the midst of wedding craziness it was such a relief to know that Matt was so professional and reliable. I would absolutely work with Potts & Pans again the next time I need instruments.
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Aaron Sent on 10/16/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Great job entertaining us. My wife was shocked and loved you guys. Thanks again. Highly recommended
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Jeff Sent on 08/01/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Steel drums added a great vibe to dinner. Excellent performance.
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Becky Sent on 07/28/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Your band added a great tropical feel to our Beach Party at Woodstock Water Works. Thank you so much for joining us. We hope you will come back!
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Aaron Sent on 07/27/2015
5 out of 5 rating
These guys are awesome! Beautiful music. Nicest people! Was concerned with all aspects of my event from start to finish. We are planning to have them back next summer!
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Theresa Sent on 07/24/2015
5 out of 5 rating
I worked with Matt Potts with the Potts and Pans Community Steelband as a 4th of July Parade entry. Matt was a pleasure to work with. He was very professional, accommodating, and passionate about the music. The band was timely and talented and the crowd seemed to enjoy them very much. I have no hesitations recommending this group to others.
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Libby Sent on 07/22/2015
5 out of 5 rating
We had an adult event (120 people) and our theme was a Luau! We wanted Carribean type music and Potts and Pans WERE EXCELLENT. Not only was this exactly what were we looking for but the three members of the band that performed were very professional, gracious to all of our attendees and made our event even more memorable! We have already booked them for our next event!!!!
User2234683 Sent on 07/20/2015
5 out of 5 rating
The performance was great, the audience loved it!!
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