Steel drums were first made in Trinidad and Tobago. In South Africa, many young children have now learnt to play them. This book tells the exciting story of one steel drum band. It contains interesting information about the drums, how to make them and how to play them. For the best children's books, reach for the stars!. Steel drums were first made in Trinidad and Tobago. In South Africa, many young children have now learnt to play them. This book tells the exciting story of one steel drum band. It contains interesting information about the drums, how to make them and how to play them.