Join Banana Joe and his friends Natalie and Paul as they transport you to the West Indies and see first-hand the ingenuity that brought about the invention of the steel drum.   Students will get a great insight into the struggles and stories of other cultures while also having heaps of fun singing along to songs such as Dreadlock Holiday, Banana Boat Song, Hernando’s Hideaway, La Partida and I Still Call Australia Home.   About Banana Joe: Banana Joe has been touring Australia for almost ten years to great acclaim, sharing with children the music, instruments and culture of the Caribbean. Devised and presented by Alvin Rostant, Natalie Rostant and Paul Santiago. Produced by Australian Academy of Steel Drums Schedule Term 1: Area 9 Term 2: Area 8 Term 3: - Term 4: Area 7   Download FREE Teacher Resource Kit Banana Joe Backstage Pass Download resources to use this interactive presentation to link with       •  SOSE     •  Music       Student range: Years P – 7 Cost: $6 per student, $15 family, teachers free Staging requirements:  - 5m wide x 5m deep space required  - Undercover areas preferred; upstairs venues not acceptable  - Power outlet  - Special school performances: indoor venues preferred. Promotional Resources   Newsletter article/Letter to Parents   News release