Steel Drummer

Kavel Alexander

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About Kavel

A Steel Drummer for every occasion! I am flexible to help make your event a success and your experience an enjoyable one!
Steel Drummer
Kingston upon Thames
Public liability insurance of £10 million
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I am a full time professional musician playing both in the United Kingdom and abroad. My experiences include corporate dinner nights, wedding ceremonies+receptions, corporate lunches, birthday parties, cocktail parties, restaurants, beach bars, funerals, church services and pubs. I am very flexible and I provide a service that supersedes all expectations! Guaranteed to wow your guests!”

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Kavel's Reviews

From Encore customers:

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Daniel L
1 month ago
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5 out of 5

Kavel was really responsive to my requests and easy to communicate with. He played all of my requests and made up the set with some great choices-he picked up well on the audience and what they wanted. Would use again.

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Lisa K
3 months ago
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5 out of 5

Kavel made our event special , everyone loved the vibes .A true professional we will hire again at our next event . Thank you Kavel .

Reply from Kavel
3 months ago

Lisa and the team made were fabulous and ensured my needs were catered for.

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Emma J
3 months ago
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5 out of 5

As always.. very friendly and entertaining

Reply from Kavel
3 months ago

Emma and her team were amazing!

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George G
4 months ago
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5 out of 5

Kavel was a fantastic addition to our event. We booked him for my dad's 60th Birthday party in our garden, and the vibe was fantastic. He was really professional, quoted quickly when we first enquired, had a call with us to reassure us and help us iron out the details, was flexible with his timings (within reason) and was a really friendly presence with our guests. He brought all his own gear and was really easygoing and self-sufficient. The steel pans made the whole garden party feel really summery and all our guests loved the fun vibe it brought. He played the perfect mixture of songs everyone knows to authentic Caribbean tracks, and we had loads of great comments from people who enjoyed the sets. We'd fully recommend booking Kavel for your birthday, wedding or event. Thanks Kavel!

Reply from Kavel
4 months ago

George and his family were amazing hosts. They looked after me from the moment i walked in to the time i left and ensured all my needs were met! The food was absolutely gorgeous!!!

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Elsa
7 years ago

I was chilling at the Beach Bar when this guy turned up and really blew me away with his Steel Pan music

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Richard
9 years ago

I’ve seen Kavel played before in Marlborough busking and he’s awesome

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Kavel's Song list

WEDDING
Can’t Help Falling in Love
Everything I Do I Do It for You
Unchained Melody
To Love Somebody
Perfect
The Power of Love
Ave Maria(Michael Bublé)
Memories
Make You Feel My Love
Stuck On You
Wonderful tonight
From This Moment
She's Royal
Someone Loves You Honey
Love Me Tender
You're Still The One
I Wanna Know What Love Is
Hello-Lionel Ritchie
REGGAE
I Wanna Wake Up With You
One Love
Jammin
Stir It Up
Kingston Town
Don't Worry, Be Happy
Hello-Lionel-Lionel Ritchie
The Banana Boat song
Jamaica Farewell
Get Up Stand Up
Three Little Birds
Easy(like sunday morning)
Mysterious Girl
Rude
All Of Me
Redemption Song
Kingston Town
Knockin on Heaven’s Door
Buffalo Soldier
No Woman No Cry
Higher Ground
Night Nurse
In Heaven
Island Girl
Somewhere Over The Rainbow
Rivers Of Babylon
Red Red Wine
Baby Can I hold you(Sorry)
Jerusalema
Hotel Califonia
I'll Be There
Can’t Help Falling in Love
Mr Bojangles
Monkey Man
Someone Loves You Honey
POP
Swing Low Sweet Chariot
Amarillo
Leaving On A Jet Plane
The Lion Sleeps Tonight
It Must Be Love
Delilah
Havana
Rockabye
Iko Iko
What About Us
We Found Love
Angel
Valerie
Just Give Me A Reason
Make You Feel My Love
Budapest
Imagine
Dance the Night Away
Fernando
Living la vida Loca
My Heart will go on
Can You Feel The Love
The Edge Of Glory
Walking On Sunshine
Sweet Caroline
Shut Up And Dance With Me
I Can See Clearly Now
Karma Chameleon
Islands In The Stream
Dance With Me Tonight
It's Not Unusual
Happy
Despacito
On The Floor
I Wasn't Expecting That
Africa
All I Have To Do Is Dream
Bailamos
Bye Bye Love
Calm Down
Cheap Thrills
Every Breath You Take
Hello-Adele
I Have A Dream
Mamma Mia
Super Trooper
You've Lost That Loving Feeling
GOSPEL
Hear my cry
Across The Bridge
One Day At A Time
Above All
Agnus Dei
Say Yes
Breathe
Total Praise
Come Now Is The Time To Worship
Rock Of Ages
Power In The Blood
Old Rugged Cross
Shout to the Lord
Oceans
Holy Holy Holy
Crown Him with many Crowns
Lord I lift your name on high
Just A Closer Walk
Because He lives
Great Is Thy Faithfulness
He Touched Me
The Strife Is O'er
Old Rugged Cross
Ave Maria
Hosanna
I Give You My Heart
Our God
What A Beautiful Name It Is
It Is Well With My Soul
Bless The Lord Oh My Soul
Mighty To Save
Waymaker & We Bow Down
O God Our Help Medley
SOCA
Swing Engine
Hookin Meh
Famalay
Hello(Kes)
Jerusalema
Jack
Volcano
Hot Hot Hot
Wet Me
Mash It Up
All Aboard
Bam Bam
Big People Party
Biting Insects
High Mas
Dingolay
Dollar Wine
Carnival
Magician
Guns
I Command You
Follow The Leader
Brown Eyed Girl
Brown Girl In The Ring
Yellow Bird
Island In The Sun
Ah Feeling To Party
Workey Workey
Strangers
Teaser
Welcome To The Morning Sun
Work Me Up
DANCE
I Wanna Dance With Somebody
Sweet Caroline
Hey Baby
I Can See Clearly Now
Sweet Dreams Are Made Of This
Can't Take My Eyes Off Of You
Iko Iko
Y.M.C.A
Believe
Wake Waka
Hey Baby
Rivers Of Babylon
We Like To Party
From This Moment
On The Floor
We Found Love
CLASSICAL
Slaves Chorus from Nabucco
Cannon in D
Time to say Goodbye
Nessun Dorma
CHRISTMAS
Winter Wonderland
Oh Holy Night
Little Drummer boy
Away in a Manger
Ding Dong Merrily on High
Hark the Herald Angels Sing
I saw Three Ships
Jingle Bells
Joy to the World
O Christmas Tree
O Come All Ye Faithful
On Christmas Night
See Amid the Winter's Snow
Silent Night
The First Noel
The Holly and the Ivy
The Virgin Mary had a baby boy
Walking in the Air
We Wish you a merry Christmas
EASY LISTENING
Fly Me To The Moon
A Nightingale Sang in Berkley Square
All i have to do is dream
As time goes by
Quando Quando
Yesterday
You'll Never walk Alone
SEASONAL
Auld Lang Syne
Happy Birthday

Kavel's Prices

Last updated: 2024

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

Standard Prices
Performance durationPrice
Short performance (up to 15 min)£110
Up to 1 hour£250
Up to 2 hours£375
Up to 3 hours£500
Packages
Drinks reception
Two performances of up to 45 mins each during your drinks reception
£300
Funeral/Memorial service
play before, during and after the service if required for 45mins
£325
Wedding ceremony
This includes music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave.
£350
Wedding ceremony + Drinks reception + Dinner
- Music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave. - 2 x 45 min performances at the drinks reception. - 2 x 45 min performances as dinner is being served.
£820

Add-ons

Extra Time
+£125
Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

My clients love my flexibility, transparency, honesty, calmness, relaxed and professional approach that reassures them that their experience will be exceptional.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

Churches, Military establishments, Hotels, Bars/Pubs, Local community events( High Street), Private Gardens, Auditoriums, Coportate functions, Crematoriums, Manor Houses, Converted Barns, Yurt Villages, Beachside Homes,

What is the most high profile gig you've performed?

Memorial Service for a WW2 Veteran that was also recorded on TV!

What if my timings change after I've booked you?

“I always try my best to be flexible to help ensure your event runs as smoothly as possible. If timings change slightly in the run up to the event just let me know.”

Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?

“Absolutely. This is a service I provide for free.

How much time do you need to set up?

“I usually set up about 15-30 minutes before the performance time. As soon as my PA is set up I can provide a free playlist service to help set the atmosphere and get your guests ready for my live performance!”

Can I pick the pieces you play from the set list?

“My set lists are crafted from countless performances and learning what works best to ensure guests dance and have an amazing time. However, I am definitely happy to chat through and make sure I find what works for your event. ”

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

“Yes, absolutely! I bring my own instrument and PA system.”

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

"Providing it works for Steel Pan, I am more than happy learn it".
Musicianship
Genres:
Caribbean music, Reggae, Contemporary Christian, Christmas, Calypso, Pop, Soul, Covers, Traditional church music, Gospel, Disco, Hip Hop
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Instruments:
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Event types:
Private event, Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Corporate event, Charity event, Cruise, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve, Recording session, Virtual event, Bar / Club / Venue event
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Other skills:
Instrumental teaching, Theory teaching
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