RSO SUMMER PROGRAMS
We, at Resolution, strongly believe that music and the arts should be accessible to all! The steelpan is known as "the instrument of the people" and we want everyone to have the opportunity to learn and experience what the instrument has to offer. We have partial and full tuition scholarships for anyone who wants to participate, but may be in need of financial assistance. Please, contact us for more information!
Experience 8-weeks of music, culture and community in our Intro to Steelpan class! This is an interactive hands-on class is for all-ages (youth (11+) and adults) who have little to no steelpan experience and want an immersive opportunity to discover the rich history and culture of the steelpan. Create music and build relationships with others in our community here at RSO!
Cost: $199
The Intro to Steelpan class will meet once a week for 8-weeks on Tuesdays from 7-8pm starting June 23rd.
All participants will receive an RSO t-shirt at the end of the class.
Space is limited, so don't wait to get signed up!
Summer Steel Band
Join our Summer Steel Band! This program is geared towards all ages (youth (11+) and adults) who have foundational knowledge and experience playing the steelpan as well as advanced players who wish to continue sharpening their technical skills. Learn more about the history and culture of the steelpan and make music with us on this beautiful and unique Caribbean instrument!
Cost: $375
The Advanced Steel Band will meet twice a week for 8-weeks on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-7pm starting June 23rd until August 13th.
This session will end with a performance at the Delaware Caribbean Carnival at the Legislative Mall in Dover, DE on August 15th! A t-shirt will be provided to all participants.
Space is limited, so don't wait to get signed up!
RSO Music Director & Arranger
Kristian Paradis
Kristian Paradis is an active performer and teacher of Caribbean steel drums. After completing his undergraduate studies Kristian successfully auditioned for the U.S. Navy Music Program. Upon completion of his military music training at the Armed Forces School of Music, Mr. Paradis became a member of the U.S. 7th Fleet Band in Japan. He served as the drummer for the Far East Edition show band, drummer, and steel-pan soloist in the Navy Jazz Combo and principal percussionist in the Navy concert and ceremonial band. With these groups he served as a musical ambassador for the Navy and the United States, performing in Russia, China, India, Australia, South Korea, and many other countries in East Asia and the Pacific islands.
While living in Japan, Mr. Paradis performed as a lead pan player for the Tokyo Panorama Steel Orchestra. After serving his enlistment, he returned to the United States and to the University of Delaware, where he earned his Master of Music, and then joined the faculty as Steel Band Director in 2005. Kristian has also directed successful youth steel bands at Springside-Chestnut Hill Academy, Play-on-Philly!, and Northern Childrens’ Services in Philadelphia. In addition to teaching, Kristian has been the drillmaster and stage-side arranger for the Philadelphia Pan Stars Steel Orchestra, and maintained an active performing career as both a solo steelpan artist and with several bands, including Plenty Pepper Steel Band and the Caribbean Sunset Band. Kristian has competed in Panorama Steelband Competitions in New York, Miami, and Trinidad, appearing with the Philadelphia Pan Stars, New Generations Branches Steel Orchestra, SuperNovas Steel Orchestra, Silver Stars, and Pandemonium.
Kristian is a founding member of Resolution Steel Orchestra and has played an integral role in the formation of the organization. We are very fortunate to have someone with his expertise and passion for the instrument helping to lead the way for this next generation of pan players.
