Mosaic Steel Orchestra


Mosaic Steel Orchestra is an ensemble comprising youth and young adults from the cities of Chesapeake, Hampton, 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". Mosaic Steel Orchestra presentations remove traditional performer/audience barriers and transform every performance into a synergetic celebration.

Mosaic is not just a name; however, it is the underlying concept of the ensemble as its membership's demographics are representative of a variety of ages, races and cities of residence. The ensemble's repertoire is a mosaic, which demonstrates the versatility of the steelpan art form. Mosaic's set list includes the Soca and Calypso styles generally associated with the instrument, but also consist of works by Beethoven, Chaka Khan, Earth Wind and Fire, Frank Sinatra, and many more. This ensemble truly has a broad appeal.

Immediately following their debut performance in July 2007, Mosaic Steel Orchestra's first summer season was completely booked with engagements throughout the region. In its first year, the group performed at Steel Band festivals and Jamborees in Brentwood, MD, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach, VA. Locally, Mosaic performances have included Carib Fest, Hampton Roads Black Expo, Harbor Fest, Nato Fest and several Oceanfront appearances. Mosaic Steel Orchestra has quickly established itself as the premier steelband in Virginia. As the word continues to spread about this captivating ensemble you can expect many more local, 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

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Wednesday, February 3 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, February 6 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, February 10 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, February 13 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, February 17 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, February 20 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, February 24 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, February 27 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, February 27 Public Performance 5:00PM - 6:00PM
Five Points Community Farm Market Sustainable Living Fair
Waterside Mall
Norfolk, VA
Wednesday, March 3 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, March 6 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, March 10 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, March 13 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, March 17 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, March 20 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, March 24 Regular Rehearsal
Friday, March 26 Public Performance 5:00PM - 6:00PM
Students Of the Caribbean Association (SOCA)
Caribbean Weekend Celebration
Sadler Center Terrace, College of William and Mary
Williamsburg, VA
Saturday, March 27 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, March 31 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, April 3 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, April 7 No Rehearsal
Saturday, April 10 No Rehearsal
Wednesday, April 14 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, April 14 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, April 21 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, April 24 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, April 28 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, May 1 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, May 5 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, May 8 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, May 12 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, May 15 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, May 19 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, May 22 No Rehearsal
Saturday, May 22 Public Performance 3:00PM
Virginia Beach Section National Council of Negro Women
Virginia Beach Golf Club, 2500 Tournament Drive
Virginia Beach, VA
Wednesday, May 26 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, May 29 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, June 2 No Rehearsal
Friday, June 4 Public Performance 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Entertainment on the Plaza
The Town Center of Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach, VA
Saturday, June 5 No Rehearsal
Saturday, June 5 Public Event 12:30PM
2nd Annual Mosaic Steel Orchestra Luncheon
Location TBA
Details Forthcoming
Wednesday, June 9 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, June 12 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, June 16 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, June 19 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, June 23 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, June 26 Regular Rehearsal
Wednesday, June 30 Regular Rehearsal
Saturday, July 3 No Rehearsal
Wednesday, July 7 Regular Rehearsal
Friday, July 9 Public Performance 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Entertainment on the Plaza
The Town Center of Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach, VA
Saturday, August 14 Public Performance 7:00PM - 10:00PM
Entertainment on the Plaza
The Town Center of Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach, VA
Saturday, September 11 Public Performance 7:00PM - 10:00PM
Entertainment on the Plaza
The Town Center of Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach, VA
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.


MPAC Mosaic Steel Orchestra partially supported by a grant from the Irene Leache Memorial Foundation

MPAC Mosaic Steel Orchestra is partially supported by a grant from the Virginia Commission for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts

MPAC Portsmouth Panyard is partially supported by a grant from the Portsmouth General Hospital Foundation
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.