The Territorial Court Rising Stars Steel Band is celebrating 20 years of pan music. Verne A. Hodge started an experimental steel band program 20 years ago. During the past 20 years over 1000 students have been members of the Rising Stars. The latest set of Rising Stars upholds the traditions established in 1980.
The biggest steel band in St. Thomas Carnival by far, they filled the streets with music and color. Last year the tow vehicle was covered in a yellow and red dragon, this year the tow acts as the "Biggest member of the Band".