Tri-Cities Steel Band Association

There's still time (but not much)! Summer classes begin on Monday, and we'd LOVE to see you in the studio! Grab your space today at www.tcsba.org and we'll have mallets in your hands Monday morning!

'Bahuru is doing a great job entertaining the crowd down here at Richland Public Library

'Baduku is opening the celebration here at Richland Public Library for the Summer Reading Jam. Come down and join us, ' Bahuru will be playing at 1:30.

Let's get ready for the hot weather coming and head over to Chills tomorrow, best part a portion of sales comes back to TCSBA marimba!

School is officially OUT! (How many times have you heard, "I'm bored" already?) Give your kiddos something to look forward to and grab one of the remaining spots in our steel drum or marimba classes beginning Monday! Our classes are fast-paced, high energy, and guaranteed to put a smile on their face. The best part? NO HOMEWORK! Visit www.tcsba.org for more details, and to get registered!

Summer classes begin next week...eeek! We're so excited to see your smiling faces back in the studio! There's still time to join us, so be sure to check out www.tcsba.org for all the details and to get registered!

CELEBRATING OUR SENIORS:

“The surest way to make your dreams come true is to live them.” - Roy T. Bennett

A huge thank you to our graduating band seniors! Thank you for the countless hours of rehearsals and the unforgettable performances. Your dedication, leadership, and passion have left their mark in the best way possible. Every single one of you will be greatly missed next season. We wish you all the best as you begin this exciting next chapter of your lives. Thank you for the music!

CELEBRATING OUR SENIORS:

“Be the best of whatever you are.” — Martin Luther King, Jr.

Cameron Smith began his steel drum career in 4th grade as a member of Tapteal Elementary’s Kid Calypso. Cameron began at TCSBA with classes He auditioned for Ok2Botay, made it, and then the world shut down for COVID. When the world reopened, he was beyond thrilled to join Bram Brata as an 8th grade student. He enjoys challenging himself during performances. If you watch him closely, you can see him playing a the bass drums “one-armed” or behind his back during his favorite songs.
After graduation from Hanford High School, Cameron will be attending Columbia Basin College in the fall to begin his AA degree. His current plan is to transfer to Central Washington University in Ellensburg after his associates degree to pursue a degree in Secondary Education.

Do you have questions about our organization? Need a book and want to support a good cause? Stop by Barnes & Noble in Kennewick tomorrow anytime between 10am and 8pm and chat with some marimba band members! We'll have an instrument you can take a look at, and will be happy to answer all your questions regarding our upcoming classes, our audition bands, and the exciting tour we have planned for this summer. Grab a book (or five) while you're there, mention TCSBA at the register, and Barnes & Noble will donate a portion of your purchase back to TCSBA. It doesn't cost you any extra, and it goes a long way to help support our fabulous musicians! See you tomorrow!