Andre White’s name is synonymous with excellence in Steelpan. Whether arranging popular music for a 100-person orchestra, Composing the abundance of life-force in a jazz trio or left with the instrument alone on stage, White’s music is unmistakable in impact. It’s simple to call someone “prodigy” when they begin to teach themselves music at the age of 6; when he began playing with Long-Island based ADLIB Steel Orchestra.

From those humble beginnings, he has become a 4-time New York Panorama champion, a 5-time UK Panorama, 3-time Guyana panorama champ, 2-time single pan panorama champ and a regular Finalist in TNT Panorama Competitions. Recording with artists like Etienne Charles and even releasing his own album (Liberation), White adds clout to his credential as a Berklee Alumnus.

Andre has won the International Pan Ramajay Soloist category hosted by Republic Bank Exodus. In the midst of a long stint of touring, he also was given the honor of arranging and performing for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee with the United Kingdom’s All Steel Percussion Orchestra, opening for mega superstar Ed Sheeran. His talent is such that hearing him perform, even once, will change the way you perceive clarity and fluidity on the instrument- his victories are a whisper of the larger story.

Discography:

‘Liberation Music’ – Andre White

‘Carnival: The Sound of a People’ – Etienne Charles

‘4 D C U L T U R E’ – Culture EFX