Working with Micheal Marcano, the President of the BP Renegades Steel pan Orchestra. Interview began at 5:30pm on Friday and lasted for approximately 2 hours. This one on one was able to provide a brief history on the steel pan in relation to Renegades and steel pan around Carnival time. Marcano focused on the influence of the youth band in Renegades and his passion to steer these youths to a greater appreciation of the national instrument.
Venue: Renegades Grounds
Camera: Canon Rebel T2i
Mic: Wireless Lavalier
Duration: 3 hours
Thursday, 23 February 2012
Sunday, 12 February 2012
Filming day #2
It may have been an easier day if I had filmed in doors, but it seemed like the rain would not hold up. Based on the interview as organized before, I had a meeting with the steel pan band in the Queens Park Savannah. The St. Magaret's Boys band competed in the junior competition for youths under 12. This was an inspirational event and the boys didn't seem to mind that their instruments were getting drenched by the rain. Parents circled the pans and supported their children through the downpour, but these children's spirits shined through and provided the sunlight needed to cross the stage and beam.
I stood through the "pitter patter" of the rainfall, hoping to capture these moments, but more so hoping I had a team to pick up the loose ends. I take full credit for the camera work done here, it was indeed a way for me to perfect my skills. I practiced a lot before. The band arrived at 9:00 am and they were set to play in 16th. Since many bands did not show, they went up quickly but still managed to play around 2:00 pm. That showed commitment on all parts.
I commend Miss Abraham and her daughter for their efforts to stick it through.
Pictures of this session would be posted later on, but for now I would now work on transferring the footage captured and replaying every element of it, already constructing how it would be seen in this documentary.
Cavielle
I stood through the "pitter patter" of the rainfall, hoping to capture these moments, but more so hoping I had a team to pick up the loose ends. I take full credit for the camera work done here, it was indeed a way for me to perfect my skills. I practiced a lot before. The band arrived at 9:00 am and they were set to play in 16th. Since many bands did not show, they went up quickly but still managed to play around 2:00 pm. That showed commitment on all parts.
I commend Miss Abraham and her daughter for their efforts to stick it through.
Pictures of this session would be posted later on, but for now I would now work on transferring the footage captured and replaying every element of it, already constructing how it would be seen in this documentary.
Cavielle
Friday, 10 February 2012
Finals Pre Filiming
This Sunday is hosting the steel pan finals for the St. Margaret's Boys School under 12. This is a major event for the boys and I would be on the scene. I look forward to updating you guys for the event.
All paperwork would be posted soon.
All paperwork would be posted soon.
Interview Profile
I am working on building an interview profile for everyone that would be in my documentary. The research is already done in post. Carnival season is the busiest season for most of these people I need to interview which is why I booked time in advance to see them.
Miss Rosemarie Abraham: A school teacher, but also the administrator for the St. Magaret's Boys School steel band. They placed in the finals, this is where more footage will be gathered. Miss Abraham provided a fulfilling addition to this documentary because she believes in these youths and also the youths had a particular passion for the steel pan. They prefer to play the steel pan rather than stay home and watch television and that is an inspiration.
Renisha: Chief youth player at the Renegades steel pan. Based on my research done beforehand, her story would add to the benefit of other youths in Trinidad and Tobago. I am currently working with my supporting manager in setting up an interview for February 15th.
Richard Forteau: Secretary of Pan Trinbago
Roland Harrigan: A well known master steel pan tuner in Trinidad and Tobago.
I also had plans to meet with Bertie Marshall, a well known steel pan scientist that could give the true historical roots behind the steel pan. Due to some unforeseeable circumstances this interview may be delayed, I would keep you updated on this progress.
This is the line up for now, I would keep you updated on each progress along with other interviews.
Cavielle
Miss Rosemarie Abraham: A school teacher, but also the administrator for the St. Magaret's Boys School steel band. They placed in the finals, this is where more footage will be gathered. Miss Abraham provided a fulfilling addition to this documentary because she believes in these youths and also the youths had a particular passion for the steel pan. They prefer to play the steel pan rather than stay home and watch television and that is an inspiration.
Renisha: Chief youth player at the Renegades steel pan. Based on my research done beforehand, her story would add to the benefit of other youths in Trinidad and Tobago. I am currently working with my supporting manager in setting up an interview for February 15th.
Richard Forteau: Secretary of Pan Trinbago
Roland Harrigan: A well known master steel pan tuner in Trinidad and Tobago.
I also had plans to meet with Bertie Marshall, a well known steel pan scientist that could give the true historical roots behind the steel pan. Due to some unforeseeable circumstances this interview may be delayed, I would keep you updated on this progress.
This is the line up for now, I would keep you updated on each progress along with other interviews.
Cavielle
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