Two bands who are a part of the Bands in Schools Project – Music in the Network Program made waves on the national arena on Sunday, July 7, during the Brazilian Championship of Bands and Fanfares, organized by the Brazilian League of Bands and Fanfares (LBF).
In the Senior Concert Musical Band Category, the Band of the State High School (EEEM) Professor Agenor Roris took first place, demonstrating their continued brilliance and representing the Music on the Net program at the national level.
In addition, the Young Music Band in the Network – Center also obtained the 2nd place in the youth sub-category – Youth Symphonic Band and the 3rd place in the Youth Musical Band sub-category.
The EEEM Band Prof. Agenor Roris is conducted by maestro João Carlos de Souza Júnior and the Young Music Band in the Network – Center by maestro Cristiano Costa.
A Tradition of Success
The participation of the bands of the Music on the Net Program in the Brazilian Championship of Bands and Fanfares has become a tradition. In 2023, the bands achieved remarkable results, including 1st place in the Children’s Musical Band category and 1st place in Civic Platoon in the Senior category. These achievements, with the recent triumphs in the 2024 edition, reflect the program’s consistency in promoting musical excellence and highlighting the talent of students in the Espírito Santo State Public Education Network.
In Brazil, the Music on the Net initiative has become a leader in developing musical ability among children enrolled in the Espírito Santo State Public Education Network. Since its establishment, the program has received a great deal of attention and recognition for its efforts to promote musical quality and give students a stage on which to perform.
The program’s bands’ participation in the Brazilian Championship of Bands and Fanfares has grown into a beloved custom that is distinguished by resounding victories and noteworthy accomplishments. The bands had a significant influence on the competition in 2023, winning first place in several categories. Interestingly, they won the Children’s Musical Band category, showcasing their talent and commitment even at an early age. Their victory in the Senior category’s Civic Platoon also demonstrated their adaptability and skill in a variety of musical genres and styles.
These outstanding accomplishments in 2023 demonstrated the program’s dedication to developing talent and promoting a culture of musical excellence throughout the state’s public school system. In addition to giving the participating children a sense of pride and recognition, the success demonstrated how well the program worked to maximize their potential and give them priceless chances to perform in front of a national audience.
Building on their success from 2023, the bands further cemented their standing as strong competitors in the world of musical competitions by maintaining their upward trajectory in the 2024 championship. Their most recent victories in the 2024 edition are proof of the program’s lasting impact and its steadfast commitment to advancing musical education and developing students’ abilities throughout Espírito Santo.
Bands in Schools
The Bands in Schools Project is a component of the Department of Education’s (Sedu) Music on the Net program, which is a collaboration between the Espírito Santo Faculty of Music (Fames) and the Foundation for Assistance and Support to Research and Innovation of Espírito Santos (Fapes).
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