Halcyon Steel Orchestra will host a Blockorama this Saturday to celebrate its 55th anniversary, a milestone the ensemble officially marked on May 5th. According to Antigua Observer, the event will bring together eight of Antigua and Barbuda's top steel orchestras for the occasion.
Among the participating groups are Hells Gate Steel Orchestra and Panache, as well as the Royal Police Band, as reported by Antigua Observer.
The Blockorama represents a significant gathering of the nation's steelpan community, uniting some of the country's most prominent ensembles to honour Halcyon's decades-long contribution to the local arts and culture landscape.
Halcyon Steel Orchestra's 55-year history places it among Antigua and Barbuda's most enduring cultural institutions. Saturday's event is expected to draw steelpan enthusiasts and members of the public eager to celebrate both the orchestra's legacy and the broader tradition of steelpan music in the country.
