BRING THE SOUND OF THE CARIBBEAN TO YOUR NEXT EVENT!
John Skoczen has made a lifetime study out of drumming. He has a Bachelor of Arts degree in music performance and education. John did his first contract as a musician on cruise ships in 1996 aboard Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines to the Bahamas and Virgin Islands. He has toured the Caribbean numerous times as a musician for Royal Caribbean and Princess Cruise Lines.
In and around the Austin Texas area, John is available to play all types of events from birthday parties to formal events like wedding receptions. From high energy to light background music, John has the versatility to make any event memorable, all at an affordable price.
Very talented and professional
Response from One Man Steel Drum Band:
Thanks Claire I was so happy to be able to play for you!
So many great comments on how great he sounds, we will hire him back for sure.
Response from One Man Steel Drum Band:
I loved playing for you all! It’s quite a drive from Austin but worth it for the friendly reception! Thanks again Franck!
John was wonderful! Played great music, friendly, on time! We would definitely use him again!
Response from One Man Steel Drum Band:
Beth, you and your party we’re some of the best hospitality I have received! Thanks again!
We had a great experience booking this drummer for a clients event.
Response from One Man Steel Drum Band:
Thanks so much for the nice review! I enjoyed the event and everything went very smooth!
Wonderful music to go along with great wine dinner. John played beautifully. Highly recommend him.
Response from One Man Steel Drum Band:
Thanks so much! I enjoyed playing for you!
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great job, on-time, quick set up, great playing...thanks! [side note: If you added a few (10 to 20) VIDEO-based sound tracks (with lyrics scrolling on a small tablet screen) you'd have a karaoke set-up for the occasional Guest (3 times an hour tops) to watch and sing-along to your playing on those particular tunes].
Most excellent musician... Everyone truly enjoyed his steel drum music! He provided just the right atmosphere for the event and was very helpful with the little extras we requested. Quite a character in and of himself and fun. We would have him back in an instant! Thanks!
Response from One Man Steel Drum Band:
Well thanks so much! I really enjoyed playing for you!
5 stars!
Response from One Man Steel Drum Band:
Thanks so much for the nice review! I really enjoyed playing for you!
From the beginning of the planning stages, communication has been on point, friendly, and left me with no concerns at all. Once we actually heard the first note of the pan resonating through our reception space, we KNEW that the party was without a doubt going to be amazing, and we were fully delighted! Would DEFINITELY book again, and we feel like we have gained a friend in our “One Man Steel Drummer”!
John was great, upbeat and friendly. He made the party very special.
Response from One Man Steel Drum Band:
Thanks so much Jamie! I had a great time, and you and your guests were fantastic! Thanks again!
Very entertaining.
Response from One Man Steel Drum Band:
Thanks so much! I enjoyed the performance, and the staff and everyone was great to me! Thanks again!
John was the hit of my small, backyard party. The guests commented on how much they enjoyed his music. He was timely, professional, and offered a great selection of songs. Neighbors all want to have him at their get-togethers.
Response from One Man Steel Drum Band:
Thanks Donna! It was such a great and fun atmosphere and everyone really got going on the conga line! Hope to see you all again someday, and thanks for the great review!
Excellent! Perfect for our entertainment for a Nautical Themed Conference!
Response from One Man Steel Drum Band:
Thanks so much Jodie! I had a great time and would love to playing again for you sometime!
Great performance, very professional, fun guy. Loved every minute!!!
Response from One Man Steel Drum Band:
Thanks so much Kesha! Everyone was so nice and the event was fantastic!
Great selection of songs and worked well with client to meet the needs of the venue. Guests well pleased with entertainment.
Response from One Man Steel Drum Band:
Thanks Olga! You and EVERYONE at the party were just fantastic and I had a great time!
Great player!!! Played a variety of music and everyone was engaged by singing along and dancing.We will work with him again.
Price Range: Contact for rates
Gig Length: 60 - 240 minutes
Unions: Non Union
You can expect a quality performance of solo steel drum played to accompaniment music
using a wide variety of styles. I will be on time, dress well, and interact well with your crowd.
I am a professional musician who has worked on several major
Cruise Lines.I hold a music degree in performance and I have played all
styles of music on many types of percussion instruments.
I specialize in playing solo steel drum along with accompaniment
background music.I am best suited for any event in which the sound of the
caribbean is needed, but the volume needs to stay moderate, or budget does
not allow a full steel (link hidden) addition to Cruise Lines, I have worked private
functions, lounges, and any gathering in which the sound of the Caribbean is
desired.
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| September 13, 2024 • 5:00pm - 6:30pm | Nonprofit Event |
| May 01, 2024 • 5:30pm - 9:30pm | Dinner Party |
| June 28, 2023 • 2:30pm - 4:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
| July 23, 2022 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Dinner Party |
| June 23, 2022 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Birthday Party |
| May 27, 2022 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | Teen Birthday Party |
| May 20, 2022 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Dinner Party |
| December 17, 2021 • 8:30pm - 11:30pm | Christmas Party |
| October 22, 2021 • 11:00am - 3:00pm | House Party |
| June 26, 2021 • 3:00pm - 7:00pm | House Party |
| May 30, 2021 • 4:30pm - 6:30pm | House Party |
| June 23, 2020 • 11:00am - 12:00pm | Personal Occasion |
| March 07, 2020 • 12:00pm - 12:30pm | Nonprofit Event |
| July 18, 2019 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Retirement Community Event |
| May 25, 2019 • 3:00pm - 4:30pm | Wedding Reception |
| March 06, 2019 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Weekly/Recurring Performance |
| August 24, 2018 • 8:00pm - 10:00pm | Birthday Party |
| August 18, 2018 • 8:30am - 10:30am | House Party |
| August 16, 2018 • 12:00pm - 1:30pm | Retirement Community Event |
| July 19, 2018 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Retirement Community Event |
| July 13, 2018 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | House Party |
| May 19, 2018 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Cocktail Party |
| April 14, 2018 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | House Party |
| October 11, 2017 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Convention/Trade Show |
| August 11, 2017 • 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Cocktail Party |
| July 16, 2017 • 8:00pm - 9:00pm | Cocktail Party |
| February 11, 2017 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Birthday (Adult) |
| October 25, 2016 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Product Promotion |
| August 13, 2016 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Birthday (Adult) |
Afro Blue, Aja, Besume Mucho, Blue Bossa, Brown Eyed Girl, Cantaloupe Island, I Can See Clearly Now,
The Conga, Corcovado, Dont Worry Be Happy, Evil Ways, Feels So Good, Flamingo, Guantanamera, Hey Ninteen,
Hit, Hot, Hot, Hotel California, I just Called To Say I LoveYou, Iko Iko, Girl from Ipanema, Jamaican Farwell,
Jump In The Line, Just The Two Of Us, Labamba, Lion Sleeps Tonight, Little Suede Shoes, Margaritaville, Mary Ann,
Masquerade, Matilda, Moon Dance, Morning Dance, No Woman No Cry, One Love, Oye Como Va, Peg, Quando, Quando,
Red, Red Wine, Reggae Blues, Samba De Orpheo, Sea Jam, Shaker Song, I Shot The Sheriff, Sittin On The Dock Of The Bay,
Sly Mongoose, St. Thomas, Steelin The Blues, Stir It Up, Summertime, Tequlia, Tide Is High, Tillie, Tingalayo,
Twelve In Six, Under The Sea, Velvet Mallet, Waiting In Vain, Wave, Wha'd You Say?, Yellow Bird, Three Little Birds,
Blue Spanish Eyes, My Funny Valentine, Somewhere Over The Rainbow, Spanish Harlem
MORE ADDED ALL THE TIME!!!! SPECIAL REQUESTS TAKEN!
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