Web Posted - Sunday November 1, 2020
When Steel Talks

Condolences to the family and friends of composer and educator Dr. Jan Bach of Northern Illinois University (NIU)

12/11/1937 - 10/30/2020

Global - When Steel Talks extends condolences to the family and friends of composer and educator Dr. Jan Bach of Northern Illinois University (NIU). The first concerto ever written for steelpan and orchestra was written by Dr. Jan Bach.  Rest in Peace. 12/11/1937-10/30/2020

In an exclusive interview, this illustrious and innovative musician/educator shares with When Steel Talks the impetus behind his initial involvement with the steelpan, classical music written for the instrument, and his overall thoughts on the movement to date.
see interview | Listen and watch to concerto