MERRY CHRISTMAS

House Parang this Friday December 21, 2012 at D'Pavilion

Season's Greetings !! 

Maestre & Friends presents our 3rd annual Official House Parang Lime !!

It's the house parang lime you been waiting for !!

For those of you who were there last year I'm sure you can still remember what a fun time we had... those who missed out, yuh doh want to miss this year !

So on Dec 21st to kick start your Christmas weekend make no other plans... if yuh have plans I suggest you rethink them... this is an evening & experience you will never forget

Looking forward to seeing you all ..

Only $10 gets you in all night.

Featuring artists from all the top parang bands.

Tell your friends and family this one you don't want to miss.

The place to be Christmas weekend !!

Que viva que viva
Long live parang

See you there!

NOTE, LIMITED PARKING AT THE LORD ATION BUT AMPLE PARKING ACROSS THE STREET, NORTHEAST CORNER NEXT TO WINDIES.

Welcome To The TTTIC Directory!

Afropan Steelpan Classes - Winter Term

New Band Leader for Mas Toronto

COOL VIDEO ALERT - 3canal - Mix Up (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

AFROPAN presents A TRINI CHRISTMAS

Silhouettes Steel Orchestra Pan 'n' Parang

Toronto Revellers - Christmas Fete

This is a 19+ event

Giveaways and raffles! Start the Season off right with the TORONTO REVELLERS. Trust us, this will be your best Christmas ever!!!

FOR TICKETS & INFO PLEASE CONTACT:
Mississauga | Tony 289.232.0366
Etobicoke | Theresa 416.569.4784
Scarborough | Brenton B 416.697.7299
Scarborough | Yvette 416.321.1274
Ajax | Jackie 647.241.3416

In the spirit of the Christmas Season, we ask that you bring a non-perishable food donation for the food bank. Enjoy the season with the TORONTO REVELLERS, and let's help those less fortunate have a chance to enjoy it as well!!!!

Toronto Revellers - Children's Christmas Party

Vidoe Alert: Aaron Duncan, Jeromy Rodriguez, Devyn Tyson, She ann Cunningham, Pranava...

Video Alert - Problem Child : LIFE OF THE PARTY | LOVE WE CARNIVAL w.Pat...

2012 Parang Season in Toronto

Hello readers,  

I hope you will take the time to support our local, hardworking, culture sustaining Parang Bands this season. 

 De Parang Now Start!!!

Video Alert - Destra - Call My Name Official Music Video

Spirits & Spice....this looks like a yummy good cause!

Join us for the blow out event of the season and an important fundraising event for the Caribbean Tourism Scholarship Foundation (see below).  Thursday, December 6th, 2012 at the Scotiabank Plaza Tower.

You Can:

Network with top industry professionals from various sectors
Sample Gourmet Caribbean cuisine
Taste from a wide selection of Caribbean rums and spirits 
Win a luxury vacation to the Caribbean 

Sample the Spirits, Savour the Spice and Win a trip to paradise!  

 Tickets on Sale Now!! 

Scroll past invite for info on Spirits & Spice or visit www.spiritsandspice.com

About Spirits & Spice! Combining the excitement, beauty and splendor of the Caribbean with the warmth and cheer of the holiday season. Enjoy the pleasant aromas of Caribbean spices, the delectable taste of exotic island cuisine and authentic cultural celebration. Taste a variety of delicacies representing the Dutch, English, French and Spanish Caribbean; learn more about Caribbean cuisine and customs; dance the night away to the rhythmic beat; mix and mingle with friends, guests and of course, sample from dozens of the world’s finest Caribbean spirits and cocktails.

The Caribbean Tourism Scholarship Foundation provides scholarships, study grants and other educational opportunities to nationals of Caribbean countries in order to advance education and economic opportunities across key sectors. These individuals must demonstrate high levels of achievement and leadership potential with the intent of making a positive economic impact in the Caribbean. Charity Registration Number: #848975280RR0001

Treat yourself to an all-inclusive experience where the delights of the Caribbean are yours to savour.  We look forward to your participation.

Doors open at 5:30pm for this mélange of exotic performances, cocktails and culturally-inspired cuisine from our gourmet chefs. Tickets are $65 until November 25th and $75 after. Dress code is Business Casual.

Spirits & Spice

Thursday, December 6th, 2012

Scotiabank Plaza Tower

40 King St. West, 63rd Floor

Toronto, ON Canada

5:30 pm to 10:00 pm

Purchase tickets online at www.spiritsandspice.com

A portion of your contribution is tax-deductible as a gift to a charitable organization. Please make cheques payable to Caribbean Tourism Scholarship Foundation and mail this form and your cheque to: Spirits & Spice, 9 Franca Crescent, Rexdale, Ontario, M9V 4S1 | E: info@spiritsandspice.com | T:647-361-9880 | www.spiritsandspice.com

Jean And Dinah are at it again!

Short Film Alert - Douen (Full short)

Hi Readers,

Please check out Roger Alexis' (of Santana fame) latest short film entitled "Douen". 
Keeping our T&T folk tales alive........

Website: http://www.lexo.tv/

Documentary Alert: Haute Caribe: The World of Trinidad and Tobago Fashion

Hi readers,

I invite you to check out the visually delicious 12 minute documentary entitled: Haute Caribe: The World of Trinidad and Tobago Fashion.  

This insightful introduction to the world of the T&T fashion industry can be viewed at: www.hautecaribe.com.  

Please have a look!!!  

Tribal Knights 2013 Toronto Carnival Theme - The Beauty of Nature

Cute Video Alert: Nessa Preppy - TURN UP THE SOUND

2012 OCPA Annual Awards Brunch & Show

Fantazia International Appreciation Fete

Calling All Saldenah Masqueraders!!!!

Swappi is in town this Friday, October 12th and this event is FREE

for all Saldenah Masqueraders before 12AM

Walk with your ID!

Hair by JANICE

SUPPORT THE TORONTO REVELLERS AT THE ONTARIO SCIENCE CENTRE

SUPPORT THE TORONTO REVELLERS AT THE ONTARIO SCIENCE CENTRE ON SEPTEMBER 23!!

Join members of Toronto's Mas' Camps to learn about the techniques they have developed for their Caribbean Carnival costumes. On display will be the winner of the 2012 Innovation in Mas' Award, Hades: Greek God of the Underworld. Also experience India through the award-winning band Bollywood, Lights, Camera, Action.
Procter & Gamble Great Hall, Level 2
11:30, 1:00, 3:00

Community Day - Free Admission

http://www.ontariosciencecentre.ca/CommunityDay/

Miguel - Adorn (In-Studio Performance at Power 106)

I had to share......I love this song......love it even more now......

Bluse Carnival Fusion Appreciation Party

Blues Carnival Fusion has announced that they are now officially a Category "A" band.

Their Appreciation Party is scheduled to take place on Saturday, September 22nd, 2012

@ Hickory House

440 McNicoll Avenue @ Victoria Park...

Music By: DJ Wiseguy and Family Ties

Free Before 10:30. $10 after 

http://www.bluescarnivalfusion.com

Rembunction-We Are_(AllStarRemix)

Saldenah 2012 - "Fantasy In Jewels"

AFROPAN Steelpan Classes

COST: 

+ Adults (14+) $150/term

+ Kids (8-13) $100/term
+ Tiny Tots (5-7 with an adult) $100/term

WHEN: 

+Fall Term
Adult Beginner:  October 16th - December 15th
Adult Intermediate:  October 17th - December 15th
TinyTots/Kids:  October 13th - December 15th

*TIME:  

+Tiny Tots: 9:30am - 10:15 am (Saturdays)
+Kids Beginner: 10:30am - 11:15am (Saturdays)

+Kids Advanced: 11:30am - 12:30pm (Saturdays)

+Adult Beginner: 7pm - 8:30pm (Tuesdays)

+Adult Intermediate: 7pm - 8:30pm (Wednesdays)

The End of Term Showcase will be held on the last Saturday of each term for all levels of classes.

Click Here to see the full Schedule

WHERE: Eastern Commerce Collegiate Institute (16 Phin Ave, Toronto)

Things You'll Need:

+Notebook

+Pencil & Eraser

+Pan Sticks

+Love of Steelpan! 

http://afropansteelband.com/classes.html

Louis Saldenah Mas-K Club's 2013 Toronto Carnival Theme

Happy Independence Day T&T!!!!

Enjoy these patriotic song selections 

on Independence Day!!!!

Video Alert: My Love - Kes the Band (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO) SUMMER WAVE RIDDIM 2012

Brantford's FestCaribbean - Saturday, August 25, 2012

http://www.festcaribbean.com

Toronto Revellers Picnic - Sunday, August 26, 2012

Sunday, August 26, 2012
11-8pm

Earl Bales Park - Area # 3

4169 Bathurst Street

(Bathurst & Sheppard, South of Sheppard)

 North York

 Bring your own basket, chairs, tables, tents & blankets.

"Chutney In Yuh Soca" (The Birth Of Chutney/Soca Music Documentry)

THE STORY OF LOVERS ROCK (TRAILER)

Wednesday, September 5, 2012, 9pm
Studio Theatre - York Quay Ctr
235 Queens Quay West 

Caribbean Tales Film Festival presents "The Story of Lovers Rock"

$25 ticket price includes admission to the Gala Opening Reception and Opening Film Screening. (For tickets to see the film screening only, please contact the box office at 416-973-4000 option 1 Tues-Sat from 1pm to 6pm.)

On Heavy Rotation - Elle Varner - Refill

CARIVIBE Part 2 - Street Parade and Block Party

2012 Caribfest - Barrie's Annual Caribbean Festival

Hi Readers,

Even though there is no actual parade on the streets of Barrie this year, the party is still on with events starting tomorrow and ending on Sunday.  Hopefully, Caribfest's organizers will see the return of the parade next year!!!!

http://www.caribfest.ca

Carnival Nationz VICTORY CRUISE - Saturday, August 25, 2012

Tribal Knights 2012 Candyland @ Toronto Carnival

Pan Am 2015, 3 year countdown concerts

CariVaughan - Vaughan's Caribbean Street Parade and Festival

Pan Fantasy - 2012 Pan Alive Champions

2012 Toronto Carnival Parade of Bands Results

CATEGORY "A" BANDS.......

1) Carnival Nationz - EMPIRES - 436 points
2) Louis Saldenah Mas-K Club - 421
3) Toronto Revellers - 419
4) Tribal Knights - 410
5) Fantazia International - 408
6) Connections - 389
7) Callaloo - 385
8) Mas Toronto - 382

2012 Pan Alive Results

1) Pan Fantasy 
2) Afropan 
3) Silhouettes 
4) Golden Harps International
5) Salah Steelpan Academy
6) Panatics Steelband Network
TIE............
7) New Dimension
7) JK Pan Vibrations
9) Hamilton Steel Youth Orchestra
10) Symphonyx
11) Pam Masters
12) CCAH 
13) St. Jamestown Youth Centre
14) Metrotones

Pan Alive Tonight!!!

http://www.panalive.com

FRIDAY AUGUST 3RD, 2012

LAMPORT STADIUM, TORONTO

7:OO PM

Unofficial 2012 King and Queen Results

Female Individual

1) Fantazia International - 458 points

2) Carnival Nationz - 448

3) Louis Saldenah Mas-K Club - 435

4) Callaloo - 408 

Male Individual

1) Fantazia International - 448 points

2) Carnival Nationz - 430

3) Louis Saldenah Mas-K Club - 417

4) Toronto Revellers - 414

Queen of the Bands

1) Carnival Nationz - 450 points

2) Tribal Knights - 435

3) TruDynasty -429

4) Blues Carnival Fusion - 421

King of the Bands

1) Carnival Nationz - 462 points

2) Fantazia International -  437

3) Mas Toronto - 425

4) Louis Saldenah Mas-K Club - 424

Ontario Science Center Innovation Award - Renaissance Mas Productions' King 

King and Queen Competition Tonight!!!!

MEDIA ALERT

 

CHEVROLET TO SUPPORT NEW AND IMPROVED

KING AND QUEEN COMPETITION AND SHOW

Thursday August 2^nd, 2012

Gates open at 5:30 p.m. - Show starts at 7:00 p.m.

 

TMBA COMPETE FOR EXCELLENCE IN MAS DESIGN AT LAMPORT STADIUM

1151 King Street West, Toronto

 

What:        The Toronto Mas Bands Association  (TMBA) compete in the annual event which crowns titles for King of the Band, Queen of the Band, Male Individual, Female Individual, and other categories recognizing design and innovation.   This year’s event sponsored by Chevrolet, will feature a Jumbotron to magnify the beauty and splendour of the presentation for all spectators.

Why:         The Toronto Mas Bands Association (TMBA) is a non-profit arts organization founded in 2000 to support the development and promotion of the Carnival Arts. The TMBA is one of the most influential arts organizations contributing to the wealth and appeal of Toronto's cultural calendar of events.  The 8,000 + masqueraders sporting costumes designed by the Bands of the TMBA are the main attraction of the Grand Parade on Lakeshore that takes place Saturday August 4^th.

                  

Who:                  1. MAS TORONTO 

2.  LOUIS SALDENAH MAS-K CLUB

3.  CARNIVAL NATIONZ

4.  TORONTO REVELLERS

5.  TRIBALKNIGHTS

6.  CALLALOO

7.  CONNECTIONS

8.  FANTAZIA INTERNATIONAL

9.  CONCEPT COSTUME CREATORS

10.  BLUES CARNIVAL FUSION

11.  TRUDYNASTY

12.  RENAISSANCE MAS PRODUCTIONS

13.  BLACK SAGE CARNIVAL

14.  CARNIVAL REVOLUTION

15.  D' REGULARS

 

 

When:         Show starts at 7:00 p.m.  and continues until midnight. Tickets for this exciting annual event are Advance $30.00 / Gate $35.00 / Seniors $30.00 / V.I.P $100.00 VIP / Group (min 25-30) - $2400. Tickets can be purchased at www.ticketgateway.com. 

Where:     Allan Lamport Stadium, 1151 King Street West, Toronto, ON

How:          All registered Media with a Scotiabank Toronto Caribbean Carnival Media Pass are welcome to cover the event.  www.torontocaribbeancarnival.com.

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Nicki Minaj - Pound The Alarm (Explicit)

2012 Calypso Monarch Results - Congratulations Macomere Fifi

2012 “KAISO 365” CALYPSO MONARCH COMPETITION


Winner Macomere Fifi – Eulith Tara Woods
2nd Structure – Bryan Thornhill
3rd Dennis James 
4th Calypso Web – Hamilton Alexander
5th Beginner - Michael Moore
6th Connector – Joel Davis
7th Redman – Michael Thomas
8th Panman Pat - Pat Mc Neilly
9th The Crooner – Bill Newman


2012 “KAISO 365” CALYPSO MONARCH – SPECIAL AWARDS


BEST LYRICS: Structure – The Ship Wreck


BEST MELODY: Dennis James – Now I am Sixty-five


BEST PRESENTATION: Connector – Showcase We Culture


MOST ORIGINAL CALYPSO: Calypso Web – Grandpa I Can’t Understand


BEST RENDITION: Dennis James – Now I am Sixty-five 


BEST COMPOSITION ON A LOCAL TOPIC: Macomere Fifi – Never Again


MOST HUMOUROUS CALYPSO: Dennis James – Now I am Sixty-five


BEST ARRANGEMENT: Carlyle Bailey – Tell Me Why 


PEOPLE’S CHOICE: Macomere Fifi


Macomere Fifi also won the Calypso Monarch title in 1998, 1999, 2008 and 2010. Macomere Fifi will take home a cash prize of over $5,334.00, a 50” LED Colour TV and will travel to London, U.K for the 2013 Notting Hill Carnival, as part of an exchange programme with the Association of British Calypsonians (ABC). Britain’s 2011 Calypso Monarch Alexander D Great performed as a Special Guest on the Kaiso 365.


For more information contact OCPA at (416) 795-2722, email ocpacalypsoca@gmail.com or visit our website at www.ocpacalypsoca.com

KAISO 365 - 2012 Calypso Monarch Finals

http://www.ocpacalypsoca.com

https://www.facebook.com/ocpacalypsoca

Jumpin' at the ROM - Sunday, July 29, 2012

Jumpin' at the ROM - it's Carnival!

Sunday, July 29, 2012

Status:	Available (No registration required)
Families are invited to jump up and join in the carnival experience on Sunday July 29th. Mask making, storytelling, steel drums and the pulsating rhythms of the islands will have you parading through the museum. STORYTELLING 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM Storyteller Sandra Whiting has been telling stories from the time she could talk. Her stories draw upon the rich oral traditions of West African mythologies, folklore, and traditional tales from the Caribbean. With the lyrical lilt of her Jamaican accent, her storytelling has been known to make both children and adults laugh, cry and think. MUSIC The Toronto North Stars Children Steel Orchestra Let the music of the islands get you to jump up out of your seats. Sway and dance to the steel pan sound and then learn how to play in a facsinating demonstration after the first performance. If you are lucky you may be picked to try it out yourself! Performance: 11:30 AM Workshop/Demo: 12:00 PM Performance: 1:00 PM CRAFTS 11 AM to 4 PM Make you own mask, headress and costume elements. Everything you need to prepare to parade in carnival. PARADE 2:30 PM Join the King and Queen from the Children's Carnival in a parade around the museum. Put on your costume and dance in celebration of the 2012 Toronto Caribbean Carnival. FACE PAINTING by Makin' Faces 11 AM to 4 PM Carnival: From Emancipation to Celebration Don't forget to stop by and get inspired at the new exhibit Carnival: From Emancipation to Celebration, featuring the work of internationally renowned masquerade designer Brian Mac Farlane including four costumes and 21 hand painted renderings from the famed Mac Farlane design studios or "mas camp", along with Scotiabank Toronto Caribbean Carnival photographs. Exhibit Locations: Level 1, Hyacinth Gloria Chen Crystal Court and Level 2, Hilary and Galen Weston Wing
Cost:
Contact Information:	Tel.: 416-586-8000 E-mail: info@rom.on.ca
Date/Time:	Sessions (1):
	Sunday July 29, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
Related Links:	The Toronto North Stars Children's Steel OrchestraROM Carnival Exhibition Your Carnival Pictures on Flickr Read about artist Brian MacFarlane Download a SCVNGR trek for your mobile phone to play during your visit  Listen to Carnival Stories on Sound Cloud

25th Annual Caribbean Days Festival 2012

VANCOUVER...... its your turn to jump up!

Happy Caribbean Days!

http://www.caribbeandays.ca