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As the Large Conventional Steelbands Preliminary Judging took center stage, the rhythmic beat of steelpans resonated through the air. The competition was fierce as each band strived for perfection, and the results were truly spectacular. Here's a detailed look at the results of this captivating event.
Like the wise men, the top performers came from the Eastern Region. The Republic Band Exodus and First Citizens Supernova from the Eastern Region led the way with flawless performances, earning 276 and 275 points, respectively. Their outstanding renditions mesmerized the judges and secured their spots at the top of the leaderboard.
A close competition ensued for the third position, with several bands delivering stellar performances. Tied with 273 points, these bands showcased their musical prowess and left the audience in awe.
The competition witnessed multiple ties, making the results even more intriguing. Four bands tied for the sixth spot with 271 points each, while another set of four bands tied for the tenth place with 269 points each. These ties highlighted the exceptional talent present among the participants.
In the final spots, Starlift and Desperadoes captured the fourteenth and fifteenth positions, respectively. The point spread was 10 points; let's see how many bands improve on their preliminary scores for the semis. Their spirited performances added to the overall vibrancy of the event. Stay tuned for more updates on this exhilarating musical journey!
So which bands are out? Well, here is the surprise: all fifteen bands move on to the next round of competition that takes place on Sunday, February 16th, 2025, at the "Big Yard," Queen's Park Savannah, Port of Spain, starting at 1:00 pm.
The Results:
01. Republic Bank Exodus—276 Points
02. First Citizens Supernovas—275
03. T&TEC Tropical Angel Harps—273 (Tie)
03. Hadco BP Renegades—273 (Tie)
05. Massy Trinidad All Stars - 272
06. Phase 2—271 (Tie)
06. NLCB Fonclaire - 271 (Tie)
06. Heritage Petroleum Skiffle Bunch—271 (Tie)
06. RBC Redemption Soundsetters—271 (Tie)
10. Silver Stars—269 (Tie)
10. Shell Invaders - 269 (Tie)
10. Heritage Petroleum Siparia Deltones—269 (Tie)
10. NLCB Buccooneers—269 (Tie)
14. Proman Starlift—268
15. Desperadoes—266
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Event: Pan Trinbago's Large Conventional Bands Preliminaries 2025
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago
Genre: Steelband Music
Code: PTLCBP2025
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