Business Details
32 Years
experience
Experience Authentic Steel Drum Entertainment
Founded in 1994, Pantasia Steel Band Steel Band has established itself as the premier steel drum entertainment provider across the Southeastern United States. Our team of professional musicians combines a passion for steel drums with decades of experience to create unforgettable atmospheres for weddings, corporate events, festivals, and private celebrations. Operating across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgiawith occasional service to Virginia, Tennessee, and Floridawe specialize in Caribbean-style music that caters to diverse audiences. As the only steel band accredited by the Better Business Bureau with an A+ rating, we maintain an online record of 5-star reviews and satisfied clients.Our performances include educational insights about steel drums and Caribbean culture, while our flexible ensemble sizes (duo through quartet) adapt to any venue's needs. We prioritize punctuality, professionalism, and audience engagement, ensuring each event receives a tailored musical experience. Our 30-year legacy of excellence demonstrates our commitment to preserving the art of steel drum music while continuously evolving with modern event requirements.
Services
Wedding Ceremonies
Corporate Events
School Assemblies
Festivals
Private Parties
Caribbean Christmas
Halloween Events
Beach Themed Events
Educational Performances
Destination Weddings
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer 30 years of specialized steel drum experience across 3000+ events
- Our BBB A+ accredited status reflects our commitment to ethical business practices
- Flexible ensemble sizes accommodate events from intimate weddings to large festivals
- Our performers combine musical expertise with engaging audience interaction techniques
- We maintain a perfect safety record with all equipment and performance protocols
Associations and certifications
- Better Business Bureau
What people say
FABULOUS at our event
Made our wedding perfect
Highly recommend
Professional and talented
Surpassed generation gap
Services
Wedding Ceremonies
Our specialized wedding ceremonies feature steel drum performances with two professional steel players. We perform Caribbean-style renditions of traditional wedding music including 'Here Comes the Bride' and 'Canon in D', while maintaining acoustic capabilities for outdoor venues. Our musicians coordinate with wedding planners to ensure perfect timing and atmosphere creation. This service requires advance booking to ensure appropriate musical preparation.
Corporate Events
Customizable entertainment solutions for corporate conferences, trade shows, and office parties. Our versatile repertoire includes branded musical adaptations and interactive audience engagement techniques. We provide professional-grade equipment with minimal space requirements, ideal for hotel ballrooms and convention centers. Our established corporate client list includes Mastercard and Chick-fil-A demonstrates our business event expertise.
Festival Performances
Dynamic Caribbean music presentations for public festivals and community celebrations. Our festival trio/quartet configurations feature amplified sound systems suitable for large outdoor venues. We incorporate educational elements about steel drum history and Caribbean culture into energetic performances that maintain crowd engagement throughout event durations. Recent festival engagements include the SC State Fair and Brookgreen Gardens.
School Assemblies
Interactive musical education programs aligned with school curricula. We demonstrate steel drum construction, teach Caribbean rhythms, and explain cultural connections to calypso music. Our educational performances meet curriculum standards for music appreciation and cultural studies. Specialized outreach includes our director's international artist-in-residence program with schools.
Private Parties
Custom entertainment solutions for birthday parties, family reunions, and social gatherings. Our adaptable ensemble sizes fit venues from backyards to banquet halls, with musical selections spanning multiple decades and genres. We offer special themed packages for Caribbean Christmas, Halloween events, and beach-themed celebrations while maintaining appropriate volume control for residential areas.
People
Kimberly M. Roberts
Director
Founder and director of Pantasia Steel Band Steel Band with 30+ years of steel drum performance experience. Certified professional musician and international teaching artist who has led educational programs at schools and cultural institutions. Manages all performance logistics while maintaining hands-on involvement in client communications and event coordination.
Questions
How do we book Pantasia Steel Band for an event?
Submit the contact form on our website with event details to receive a quote and check availability.
What geographic areas do you service?
Primarily North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia, with occasional travel to Virginia, Tennessee, and Florida.
What types of music does Pantasia perform?
Caribbean calypso, reggae, beach rock, pop standards, and specialized selections for weddings, Halloween, and Christmas.
Are festival or special event versions available?
Yes, we offer festival duos/trios with drum sets for larger events or budget-conscious clients.
Can you perform without electricity?
Yes for wedding ceremonies and pre-wedding music using acoustic setups arranged in advance.
What ensemble sizes are available?
Duo (steel drum + percussion), trio (adding second steel drummer), and quartet (with drum set) options.
Reviews (6)
Jill McCarthy
May 12, 2022
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Amazing performers! I have to admit that I was so stressed when the day of my event came around, but Kim was with me every step of the way. I made several last minute changes in location and timing due to inclement weather, but Pantasia rolled with the punches. My event was a success and it was largely due to Kim, her sense of humor, the team, their great attitudes, and their performance. Can't wait to book them again!
Joanne Ma
Feb 11, 2022
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WHAT AN AWESOME EXPERIENCE! Kimberly was invited to work with my 3rd grade students as an Artist-in-Residence this school year for 3 consecutive days, and I wish we could keep her for the rest of the year! She just had so much knowledge to impart to my students and to me as well! I am so glad that my students had the opportunity to watch her and her band members perform (everyone in the audience were moving and grooving to the music, including all the other teachers), and the students were so excited to be able to come to music class to work with her on how to properly play the steel drums. Kimberly was also very professional and courteous in all of our communications during the planning stages and on the days she was in the school building working with us. I cannot wait to invite her back into my school to work with my students again!
Carmen Lawson
May 26, 2021
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Pantasia came to my school in Camden and performed an educational school assembly for my students. Very informative. Great interaction with students. Curriculum integrated lesson with social studies and geography. I would highly recommend Pantasia for any grade level school assembly, residency or teacher workshop. A+
Roberta Burns
Apr 10, 2021
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Pantasia Steel Drum Band performed during the ArtFields 2021 event and they were fabulous! Kimberly and crew worked so well with the local students and incorporated them into a fun show!
Hannah Holt
Jan 21, 2021
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I am a teacher and Kimberly has been coming to my school for years during our artist in residence week to teach my students how to play steel drums. She is absolutely incredible! The kids LOVE her and she does an amazing job every time. By the end of the week the students are able to play a few different songs and it is truly beautiful. Such a great experience every year! I can't say enough about her and Pantasia! AMAZING!
Craig Sauvigne
Dec 05, 2019
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Pantasia Steel Band is awesome! We had them play at our wedding and reception in 2014. They were wonderful! Since that time, we have traveled around the state to see them perform. They even played the Star Wars Cantina Band music by request for the wedding. My wife and I love their music and can't wait for the next time to see them live.
