noun
- plural of pannist; musicians or performers who play the pan (steel drum), especially in Caribbean music traditions.
Usage: chiefly Caribbean English; often used in the context of Trinidad and Tobago steel band music
Examples
- The pannists performed at the Carnival celebration with their vibrant steel drums.
- Local pannists have been practicing for weeks to prepare for the competition.
- The band featured talented pannists from across the island.
- Pannists in Trinidad are celebrated for their skill and musicianship.
- Young pannists learn the traditional art form in community steel bands.