Kobie Alleyne

Kobie Alleyne is a dedicated and versatile steelpan musician with over 20 years of experience in performance, arranging, and composition. Based in Miramar, Florida, Kobie is renowned for his dynamic performances, innovative arrangements, and collaborations with world-class artists such as Etienne Charles, Dr. Len “Boogsie” Sharpe, and André White. His contributions to steelpan culture span solo and group performances and competition successes, including multiple Miami Panorama wins. Kobie is proudly associated with the renowned Trinidad All Stars in Trinidad and the Karukéra Steelband in Guadeloupe, showcasing his talents on national and international stages.

A graduate of Berklee College of Music with a Bachelor of Music in Performance, Kobie has been a key member of Steelaway Inc. and Sticks ‘n Tones, where he has arranged award-winning pieces and performed at major events such as the Jaiso Festival. From collaborating on groundbreaking projects to elevating the presence of the steelpan globally, Kobie continues to push the boundaries of this iconic instrument while honoring its cultural roots.


Steelpan Musician, Performer, Arranger, Composer
Miramar, Florida
Email: koalleyne@gmail.com
lnstagram: @kobie_the_scientist

SKILLS

• Performance expertise in solo and ensemble settings
• Musical arrangement and composition
• Social media and audience engagement
• Collaboration with renowned artists and groups

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Steelaway Inc. (2005 - Present)
Steelpan Performer

• Member since 2003, regularly performing at various events and festivals
• Collaborated with international artists and contributed to the group's arrangements

Sticks ‘n Tones (2014 - Present)
Arranger and Performer

• Arranged music for the band since 2014
• Played a key role in winning Miami Panorama in 2017, 2019, and 2024

Trinidad All Stars (2011 - Present)
Steelpan Performer

• Contributed to the band's national and international performances

EDUCATION
Berklee College of Music
Bachelor of Music in Music Performance, 2021

SELECTED PERFORMANCES

• Jaiso Festival, 2024
• Steel pan performance with Etienne Charles, Andre White, and Friends, 2023
• Regular performances with Sticks ‘n Tones and Steelaway Inc.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

• Winner, Miami Panorama (2017, 2019, 2024)
• Winner, Soloist Competition (2016, 2017)
• Youngest finalist, Pan Ramajay (6^th place, 2020)
• Nova Middle School Talent Show Winner, 2012

KEY COLLABORATIONS

• Etienne Charles
• Dr. Len “Boogsie” Sharpe
• André White

REFERENCES
Kareem Thompson
Ron Reid

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