EPISODE 9: Ian Jones: Activist and Artist, How the Steelpan is Changing Lives

World Television Premiere: January 22nd on BRAVO! Ian Jones is a legendary steel pan player and composer. Mr. Jones uses his musical art to give marginalized youth discipline and hope for the future by teaching the steel pan instrument. Mr. Jones has dedicated over 30 years of his life working for positive change in the notorious Malvern community as well as the Covenant House. Mr. Jones continues to serve both as an innovative musician and social activist for the betterment of our young people today. ARTIST PROFILE A native Trinidadian, Ian immigrated to Canada in the 1960’s. Renowned as an avid pan player, arranger, composer, producer, musical director and educator. A cultural leader in the steelpan and calypso art forms. DIRECTED BY  Paul Nguyen   CINEMATOGRAPHY Justin Lovell   EDITOR Mark Simms    PRESENTER Blackus Ninja

 

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