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Senator Michael Freeland has congratulated Antigua and Barbuda\u2019s Director of Culture, Khan Cordice, following his second consecutive victory at the Trinidad and Tobago National Panorama competition.<\/p>

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Cordice led the Republic Bank Exodus Steel Orchestra<\/strong> to another win in the Large Conventional Band Finals at Panorama 2026, cementing his reputation as one of the region\u2019s leading arrangers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a social media post, Freeland described Cordice\u2019s achievement as historic and praised the discipline and dedication behind the accomplishment.<\/p>

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\u201cCongratulations to our Director of Culture, Khan Cordice, on making history once again by leading the Republic Bank Exodus Steel Orchestra to victory for the second straight year at Panorama 2026 in Trinidad and Tobago,\u201d Freeland wrote.<\/p>

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He added that Cordice\u2019s success was no accident, but the result of \u201cdiscipline, brilliance, and relentless dedication to the craft.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Freeland said Cordice\u2019s work as an arranger and musical leader continues to inspire a new generation of musicians and demonstrates that Antigua and Barbuda\u2019s talent belongs on the world stage.<\/p>

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The Large Conventional Band Finals at Panorama are widely regarded as one of the most competitive steel pan events globally, featuring top orchestras from across Trinidad and Tobago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Freeland also expressed personal pride, noting that Cordice is both a friend and neighbour in St. George.<\/p>

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\u201cWell done, Khan! You have made St. George proud, and you have made Antigua and Barbuda proud once again,\u201d he said.<\/p>

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