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Jit Samaroo Bursary

 
Named in honour of legendary steelpan arranger and musical pioneer Jit Samaroo, the Jit Samaroo Bursary supports members of the bp Renegades Steel Orchestra who are pursuing tertiary education. Launched by bpTT in 2017, the bursary reflects a shared commitment to education, excellence and the future of pan, helping recipients develop their talents while strengthening the orchestra and the wider community

Meet the awardees...

Tyrese Grant

Tyrese wants to give back to Renegades

Tyrese Grant says the award will help him continue developing the knowledge and skills he hopes to bring back to the bp Renegades Steel Orchestra
Emmanuel Joseph

Emmanuel: '50-plus years together'

bp Renegades band member Emmanuel Joseph says the Jit Samaroo Award demonstrates the special relationship between the band and bpTT
Mikhail Neils

Mikhail wants to arrange for Renegades

Mikhail Neils, the first recipient of the BPTT Jit Samaroo Award, wants to one day arrange for bp Renegades