Kids and Steel Pans

What is about steel pans that draws people to it? Me included. I don't know and I'm not sure why I question it. As I scan through the web pages trying to figure out if I can do a steel pan festival in Denver, I can't help but notice all the bands/orchestras around the world. Admittedly the sound does get to you, but is that all there is to it? Is striking out on an oil drum a metaphor for us striking out as humans showing that we can make music out of anything - even the most industrial of product, an oil barrel. I think about that as I turn my attention to the possibility of starting a steel pan non-profit, one that helps kids by teaching them music, teamwork, and creativity. I notice many of the bands/orchestras have programs to teach the next generation. Not only does it help the bands with a pipeline of talent, but you are investing in the next generation. If you have seen any videos of kids playing, you can see they really enjoy it. What is most natural for a kid but to be banging on something. Most of us started doing that to metal pots and pans. Its feel like kids and steel pans are a natural fit. Maybe a non-profit where kids can take classes and learn about the music and history is not so far fetched.