Enjoy the smooth, soothing sounds of the steel drum at your next event. John's repertoire features a diverse mix of popular music and island classics performed solo with professional backing tracks that will provide the perfect backdrop at any gathering. The steel pan is a beautiful instrument that evokes the sounds of the Caribbean.
I used John for my senior living seafood celebration and it was a great success! He engaged with the residents and played music that everyone loved. He was there early and made sure the sound was loud enough for everyone to hear. I will definitely be using John again in the future.
Price Range: $200 and up
Gig Length: 60 - 180 minutes
Languages: English
I pride myself on handling all aspects of the gig with the utmost professionalism including communication, presentation, and performance. The steel drum is a unique instrument that has a soothing, relaxing sound and great visual appeal. My repertoire includes a diverse set list of pop music that will create a fun atmosphere for a variety of occasions.
John Willmarth is a professional music educator, composer, and performer located in Summerville, South Carolina. John began his professional career upon completion of a masters degree in music performance from the University of Iowa with concentration in Jazz Studies in 2000. He has been the director of the Green Wave Steel Bands at Summerville High School since 2012.
As a freelance percussionist, John maintains a busy performance schedule. He performs regularly as a drum set player and percussionist in the area and has extensive experience as a jazz musician. In addition, he is a member of the Charleston Wind Symphony and is a staff musician at Bethany United Methodist Church.
-close proximity to an outlet or other power source
-shaded/covered area if performing outdoors
| September 23, 2021 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Retirement Community Event |
Africa
I'm Yours
I Can See Clearly Now
Sitting on the Dock of the Bay
Over the Rainbow/What a Wonderful World
Lovely Day
Happy
Jump in the Line
Yellow Bird
Jamaica Farewell
Margaritaville
Don't Worry, Be Happy
Watermelon Man
The Lazy Song
Stir it Up
Three Little Birds
Walking on the Moon
No Woman No Cry
Fragile
Every Little Thing She Does is Magic
Every Breath You Take
Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes
Brown Eyed Girl
Knee Deep
Red Red Wine
Can't Stop the Feeling
September
Volcano
Here Comes the Sun
Boogie on Reggae Woman
Blackbird
Guantanamera
Oye Como Va
D'yer Mak'er
Hotel California
Cecilia
All Night Long
Human Nature
Use Me
Have You Ever Seen the Rain?
I Wish
Iko Iko
Isn't She Lovely
Master Blaster (Jammin')
I Shot the Sheriff
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