Khan Cordice Leads Exodus to Back-to-Back Panorama Victory

Antigua and Barbuda’s Director of Culture, Khan Cordice, has once again etched his name into regional music history, leading the Republic Bank Exodus Steel Orchestra to victory for the second consecutive year at Panorama 2026 in Trinidad and Tobago.

The triumph came during the highly anticipated Large Conventional Band Finals, where some of the finest steel orchestras in the world competed for the coveted title. Cordice’s masterful arrangement and musical direction propelled Exodus to the top, reaffirming his reputation as one of the Caribbean’s most accomplished arrangers.

Panorama, widely regarded as the pinnacle of steelband competition, demands not only technical brilliance but creative innovation, discipline, and seamless orchestration. Cordice’s back-to-back success underscores that his excellence is no accident — it is the result of relentless dedication to the craft and a deep understanding of the art form.

As Director of Culture in Antigua and Barbuda, Cordice has long championed the development of steelpan and the performing arts at home. His continued dominance on the regional stage sends a powerful message about the caliber of talent emerging from the twin-island nation.

The Large Conventional Band category is considered the premier division of the Panorama competition, featuring expansive orchestras and complex arrangements that test the skill and cohesion of every player. In that arena, Cordice stood tall, representing Antigua and Barbuda with distinction.

The victory has also sparked pride within his home community of St. George, where many view his achievements as both personal and national milestones. His success continues to elevate Antigua and Barbuda’s cultural reputation and inspire a new generation of musicians to pursue excellence in the steelpan art form.

With yet another Panorama title under his belt, Khan Cordice has proven that Antiguan talent belongs on the world stage — and can lead it.