Derek Smith Steel Drums

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El Cerrito, CA 94530
+1 (510) 593-8883
http://www.steeldrumbands.com

Derek Smith Steel Drums offers vibrant musical performances in the San Francisco Bay Area, specializing in Caribbean calypso, reggae, Latin jazz, and pop genres. Their diverse ensemble options range from solo acts to quartets, providing a rich auditory experience for events of all types.

The company features various configurations, including solo drummers accompanied by pre-recorded tracks, duos with bassists, trios with percussion, and customizable quartets. Each arrangement showcases the unique sound of steel drums, making every performance a captivating event.

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5.08 reviews
Edward S.
5/28/2025

A local resident hired Derek to play in our newly opened pocket park on Saturday. The response has been amazing. Those that attended love it, and those that found out about it too late are begging...

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Natasha S.
10/13/2024

Really enjoyed the sounds of steel drums for a surprise birthday party. Not overwhelming or too loud. The live music really added something special.

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Elli D.
9/26/2024

Derek, Mike and Ron were amazing. The music and energy of the steel drums was exactly what we needed for our executive event. They were even willing to learn some songs to fit our theme. Highly...

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Jessica Y.
8/21/2019

I booked Derek Smith Steel Drums three years ago during our wedding weekend. It was a total hit and totally set the laid back vibes we were going for. The performance was a surprise for my husband...

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Craig B.
8/2/2020

I hired Derek to do a small backyard party last week and he was awesome. Showed up on time and was very entertaining and is a great steel drum player. I will be using him again for sure!

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