The United States Steel Band Association
Uniting communities through music, mentorship, and movement — welcome to the United States Steelpan Association (USSA).
ABOUT
A Legacy in
Every Note
Steelpan is more than music — it’s memory, heritage, and heart. At USSA, we uplift this vibrant artform by nurturing youth, training musicians, and bringing communities together across generations.
BAND SPOTLIGHT
Eruption Steel Orchestra
Eruption Steel Orchestra, Inc. was founded in May 2022 as a youth-centered nonprofit dedicated to preserving and promoting the legacy of steelpan music. Led by renowned arranger Damany James Sr., along with managers Ms. Charmaine and Mr. Orlando and band captain Jayah Mederick, Eruption continues the vision of the late Martin “Dougie” Douglas—a pioneer in […]
Adlib Steel Orchestra
The Adlib Steel Orchestra, founded in 1989 by a group of Trinidadians in New York, was born out of a desire to preserve Caribbean culture in the United States. In 1995, the group was formally incorporated as the Adlib Youth and Cultural Organization, shifting its mission to focus on youth development through music education and […]
OUR PARTNERS
Together, We Amplify Impact Through Music and Culture.
