Mosaic Steel Orchestra

Mosaic Steel Orchestra is an ensemble of energetic gifted youth and young adults from the cities of Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk, Portsmouth and Virginia Beach, VA. Their inaugural performances during the month of July 2007 generated immense interest resulting in local television appearances on the WAVY 10 Noon Show, WVEC's Morning Show "Joe's Job", and WGNT's "Here and Now".

The term mosaic is the underlying concept of the ensemble as the group is represented by a variety ages, races, populations and musical styles. The ensemble's repertoire truly demonstrates the versatility of the steel drum art form. Mosaic Steel Orchestra's set list includes the Soca and Calypso styles generally associated with the instrument, but also comprises works by Beethoven, Stevie Wonder, The Eagles, Earth Wind and Fire, and many more.

Immediately following their debut performance in July 2007, Mosaic Steel Orchestra's first summer season was completely booked with engagements throughout the region including performances at the Virginia Beach Town Center and the Surry County African American Family Reunion. While only in its first year, the group has been invited to Steel Band festivals and workshops in Brentwood, MD and James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA. As the word spreads about this captivating ensemble you can expect many more regional, national and international performances.

Mosaic Steel Orchestra is available for booking of public and private engagements. Performance lengths are generally from 1-2 hours. Please contact us for pricing and availability.

 

Calendar of Events

Wednesday, March 19 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, March 22 No Rehearsal
Monday, March 24 Public Performance 6:00-7:00PM
Caribbean Night
Old Dominion University Web Center, Rivers Room, Norfolk, VA
Members meet there @ 5:00PM
Wednesday, March 26 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, March 29 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, April 2 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, April 5 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, April 5 Private Performance 7:30-8:00PM
Virginia Family and Consumer Sciences State Conference
Virginia Beach Convention Center, Hall D, Virginia Beach, VA
Members meet there @ 6:00PM
Wednesday, April 9 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, April 12 Regular Rehearsal Hours, Location: Little Hall (Beneath Chrysler Hall)
Wednesday, April 16 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, April 19 Regular Rehearsal Hours, Location: Little Hall (Beneath Chrysler Hall)
Saturday, April 19 Public Performance 2:00PM
NATO Fest
Town Point Park, Norfolk, VA
Members travel together from Little Hall
Wednesday, April 23 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, April 26 Regular Rehearsal Hours, Location: Little Hall (Beneath Chrysler Hall)
Saturday, April 26 Public Performance 6:30-7:30PM
Rock-N-Roar
Virginia Zoo, 3500 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA
Members meet there @ 5:30PM
Monday, April 28 Private Performance 6:00-9:00PM
Metro Fire Chiefs Convention
Virginia Aquarium, 717 General Booth Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA
Members meet there @ 5:00PM
Wednesday, April 30 No Rehearsal
Saturday, May 3 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, May 7 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, May 10 No Rehearsal
Saturday, May 10 Public Performance Afternoon (Exact Time TBA)
Caribbean Music Festival
24th Street Stage, Virginia Beach Oceanfront
Come out and cheer on Mosaic!!!
Saturday, May 10 Private Performance 4:00-7:00PM
Private Venue
Members meet there @ 4:00PM
Wednesday, May 14 No Rehearsal
Saturday, May 17 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, May 21 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, May 24 Regular Rehearsal
Sunday, May 25 Public Performance (Approx. Time TBA)
Pan Masters Pan Jamboree
Brentwood, MD
Travel Details Forthcoming
Wednesday, May 28 No Rehearsal
Saturday, May 31 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, June 4 No Rehearsal
Friday, June 6 Public Performance - (FREE STEELBAND WORKSHOP 5:30-6:00PM) 6:00-7:00PM
Harbor Fest -
Town Point Park, Norfolk, VA
Members meet there at 5:00PM
Saturday, June 7 No Rehearsal
Saturday, June 7 Public Performance - (FREE STEELBAND WORKSHOP 5:30-6:00PM) 7:00-8:00PM
Harbor Fest
Town Point Park, Norfolk, VA
Members meet there at 6:00PM
Sunday, June 8 Public Performance 8:00-11:00PM
Oceanfront Performance Series
17th Street Stage, Virginia Beach Oceanfront
Members meet there at 7:00PM
Wednesday, June 11 Regular Rehearsal
Friday, June 13 Public Performance 7:30-11:00PM
Beachstreet USA
Virginia Beach Oceanfront (Exact Location TBA)
Members meet there at 6:30PM
Saturday, June 14 No Rehearsal
Wednesday, June 18 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, June 21 Regular Rehearsal
Tuesday, June 24 Public Performance 7:30-11:00PM
Beachstreet USA
Virginia Beach Oceanfront (Exact Location TBA)
Members meet there at 6:30PM
Wednesday, June 25 No Rehearsal
Saturday, June 28 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, June 28 Public Performance 1:30PM
2nd Annual MPAC Steelband Concert
The Attucks Theatre, 1010 Church Street, Norfolk, VA
Admission: FREE - Donations Suggested
Wednesday, July 2 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, July 5 No Rehearsal
Wednesday, July 9 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, July 12 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, July 16 Regular Rehearsal
Thursday, July 17 SPECIAL PERFORMANCE at the GRANBY THEATRE,
421 Granby Street - Doors open at 8:00PM
CaribFest Steelband Jamboree Jump-Off Featuring:
STEEL SENSATION, "The West Indies' most versatile steelband"
Downtown Norfolk
Friday, July 18 Public Performance Event Hours - 6:00-11:00PM
CaribFest Steelband Jamboree
HARBOR PARK
Members meet there at 4:30PM
Saturday, July 19 No Rehearsal
Wednesday, July 23 No Rehearsal
Wednesday, July 23 Public Performance 7:30-11:00PM
Beachstreet USA
Virginia Beach Oceanfront (Exact Location TBA)
Members meet there at 6:30PM
Saturday, July 26 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, July 30 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, August 2 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, August 6 No Rehearsal
Wednesday, August 6 Public Performance 7:30-11:00PM
Beachstreet USA
Virginia Beach Oceanfront (Exact Location TBA)
Members meet there at 6:30PM
Saturday, August 9 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, August 13 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, August 16 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, August 20 No Rehearsal
Wednesday, August 20 Public Performance 7:30-11:00PM
Beachstreet USA
Virginia Beach Oceanfront (Exact Location TBA)
Members meet there at 6:30PM
Saturday, August 23 No Rehearsal (End of Season Break)
Wednesday, August 27 No Rehearsal (End of Season Break)
Saturday, August 30 No Rehearsal (End of Season Break)
Friday, September 19 Public Performance 12:30-1:15PM
Tidewater Region Association of School Social Workers Fall Conference
Location TBA Norfolk, VA
Members meet there @ 11:00AM
DONATION AND VOLUNTEER INFORMATION

Multi-cultural Performing Arts Consulting (MPAC) is a non-profit 501 (C)(3) organization. Support in part for MPAC projects has come from The Norfolk Foundation, the City of Norfolk, Crispus Attucks Cultural Center, private and public agencies, foundations, corporations and individuals who, like you, care about the welfare of our youth, young adults and the community we live in.

VOLUNTEERS

Multi-cultural Performing Arts Consulting (MPAC) is continuously seeking volunteers to assist in our fundraising activities and the mentoring aspect of our programs. Opportunities include Individualized Tutoring, Career Development opportunities such as Guest Speakers in various fields of endeavor and Providing Internships at your place of business .

Click here to download our volunteers form

DONATIONS

Click here to download our donations form. Please follow the instructions found in the form.

Needs of “Mosaic Steel Orchestra" Estimated Costs
4 - Tenor Steel Drums $1000.00 each
3 - Double Tenor Drums $1200.00 each
1 - Double Second Drums $1200.00 each
3 - Triple Guitar Drums $2,000.00 each
2 - Six Bass Drum $2,500.00 each
13 Pairs of Mallets / Sticks $36.00 each
24 Drum Stands and Legs $150.00 each
1 Vehicle (15 passenger or greater) $25,000 each
1 Trailer (8’x16’) $5,500 each
Please consider making a donation to cover the costs of any of the above.



FOUNDATION SUPPORT

Multi-cultural Performing Arts Consulting (MPAC) is proud to have received funding from The Norfolk Foundation. Thanks to their generous contribution, we were able to purchasefor Mosaic Steel Orchestra a set of 6 Bass, 1 Triple Guitar, 1 Double Second, 1 Tenor Pan and a new 7'x16' Trailer.

 



Frequently Asked Questions:

How do interested individuals join?
New members are chosen through an application/audition process that involves the program director, prospective member and their parent or guardian. Individuals that qualify must be a resident of a Hampton Roads, VA community.

As the feeder ensemble, Mosaic Junior Steel is developed all new members will interview/audition for the beginning group and rise through the ranks from the Junior ensemble into Mosaic Steel Orchestra.

Are there open tryouts?
Yes. Auditions are held at various times of the year as determined by program capacity. Application/Auditions may be scheduled by contacting the program director. Regardless of age new members will be either placed in Mosaic Steel Orchestra or Mosaic Junior Pan Groove based on individual skill level.

How long are students involved with Mosaic?
Mosaic Steel Orchestra is designed to be a program that one traverses during childhood, adolescence, teenage, and young adult years. Members are encouraged to pursue post secondary education; however there is no cut-off age. Older members are required to assume various leadership roles within the organization which allow for younger members to perform more, but there is always room for everyone who enters the program to contribute for a lifetime.

Is the group for hire?
Yes, Mosaic Steel Orchestra is for hire. Fill out the performance request form. Minimum Honorarium is $800.00. Preferred performances are PUBLIC EVENTS including, but not limited to Community Events, Festivals, and Performing Arts Series. Special consideration is required for private functions.