Marcus Ash (center) of Silver Stars accepts the Unipet People’s Choice
Award from Rupert Jones (left), Corporate Secretary, as Denise L.J.
Hernandez (right), Pan Trinbago Secretary looks on
Trinidad & Tobago, W.I. - Silver Stars Steel Orchestra was presented with the Unipet Elliot “Ellie” Mannette People’s Choice Award at a simple ceremony on March 2 at the office of Pan Trinbago.
The specially-commissioned trophy designed by Clifton Lawrence of Decorative Glass, was presented to the winner in the Large conventional steel orchestra category by Mr. Rupert Jones, Corporate Secretary, himself a panist.
Marcus Ash, Silver Stars Drill Master collected on behalf of the band. Its selections were ‘Love’s Theme’ composed by Barry White, arranged by Edwin Pouchet, and ‘Out & Bad’ by Aaron St. Louis aka “Voice.” The latter featured an arrangement by Ojay Richards and Kersh Ramsey.
The handing over ceremony took place at Pan Trinbago’s Head Office, Duke & Melbourne Streets, Port of Spain, Trinidad.
Results were tabulated from individual votes on fundme.com during the “Musical Showdown in De Big Yard” last Saturday. Medium Band winner, Couva Joylanders Steel Orchestra, collected their award at the end of the show.
Keith Simpson - Vice President and Denise L.J. Hernandez - Secretary, chaired the event.
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