Michael
George was born in Trinidad, West Indies. He started music at an early
age and has toured many countries throughout the world playing the
steel drum. His specialty is in the Alto steel pan. In addition to
soloing on the Alto steel pan Michael is a composer and also plays
with a group called CAISO (Caribbean American International Steel
Orchestra). CAISO has been performing in the Washington, DC Metropolitan
area for over 20 years. The band's notable appearances have been on
local TV stations, the Smithsonian Institute Botanical Gardens and
in Annapolis, MD.
Michael is one of the few pan soloists who accompanies himself with
the harmonica while playing his instrument. He enjoys playing gospel,
but can melodically tap out favorites from the European Classics,
Caribbean Calypso, Reggae, American Jazz, Blues and Rock.
