"The Carlos Lezama Archives & Caribbean Cultural Center (CLACC-C) hosted its 13th Annual Youth Pan Fest on Saturday, Aug. 23, in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, drawing thousands of attendees for a vibrant celebration of Caribbean culture. The free, family-friendly festival took place on St. John's Place, between Kingston and Brooklyn Avenues, outside the historic home of late Caribbean-American Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm and Carlos Lezama, co-founder of Brooklyn's legendary West Indian Day Carnival."
"Lezama-Clark praised the dedication of all participants, announcing Pan Evolution Steel Orchestra as the winning band. Performers ranged in age from 6 to 21, with prizes for both soloists and ensembles totaling between $200 and $3,500. The festival lineup included some of New York City's most promising youth steelpan ensembles, such as Metro Steel, Eruption, P.E.S.O., Harmony Music Makers, Steel Sensation, Pan Alley, Black Love Pantonics, and ADLIB, alongside numerous soloists."
"Beyond the music, the event featured culinary delights, artisanal crafts, family-friendly activities, and free back-to-school supplies. "Steelpan music has come so far since it began in Trinidad and Tobago. It is now on the world stage, and the young people are leading the way in both preserving and sharing this culture," Lezama-Clark said. "We're excited to offer space for them to showcase their gifts.""
CLACC-C held the 13th Annual Youth Pan Fest on Aug. 23 in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, attracting thousands for a community celebration of Caribbean culture. The free festival occurred on St. John's Place near the historic homes of Shirley Chisholm and Carlos Lezama. The Beats of Tomorrow, Roots of Yesterday theme featured 12 soloists and eight junior steel bands with performers aged 6 to 21. Pan Evolution Steel Orchestra won top band honors. Prizes ranged from $200 to $3,500. The event included food, crafts, family activities, free back-to-school supplies, and emphasized youth leadership in preserving steelpan culture.
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