Derek Smith Steel Drums

7 reviews

+1 (510) 593-8883

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Steel drum trio at a corporate event in Santa Clara, CA.

Steel drum duo at a wedding on the beach.

El Cerrito, CA 94530

+1 (510) 593-8883

http://www.steeldrumbands.com

History

After Derek Smith graduated with a music degree in 1994, he moved to the San Francisco Bay Area and formed a steel drum band to perform for local parties, festivals, night clubs, and weddings.

Specialties

* Weddings, Birthdays, Corporate Events, Festivals, Clubs * Soloist, Duo, Trio, Quartet, or Quintet * Calypso, Reggae, Latin Jazz, and much more * Background or Dance Music * Acoustic or Electric (No electricity is necessary) * Band formats include: soloist, duo, trio, quartet or quintet.

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5.07 reviews

Natasha S.

10/13/2024

Really enjoyed the sounds of steel drums for a surprise birthday party. Not overwhelming or too loud. The live music really added something special.

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Elli D.

9/26/2024

Derek, Mike and Ron were amazing. The music and energy of the steel drums was exactly what we needed for our executive event. They were even willing to learn some songs to fit our theme. Highly...

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Jessica Y.

8/21/2019

I booked Derek Smith Steel Drums three years ago during our wedding weekend. It was a total hit and totally set the laid back vibes we were going for. The performance was a surprise for my husband...

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Jon H.

8/14/2022

Derek played for my 80th birthday party. He had entertained us a couple of years ago and he was hands down the desired musician to play for us again. Almost every guest commented to me how...

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Craig B.

8/2/2020

I hired Derek to do a small backyard party last week and he was awesome. Showed up on time and was very entertaining and is a great steel drum player. I will be using him again for sure!

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