On the morning of Saturday, October 28, the Sant Joan d’Alacant City Council hosted an official reception for the La Paz Music Society to celebrate the ensemble’s recent triumph at a major regional competition. The La Paz Music Society won first prize and received a special mention at the 43rd Valencian Community Band Competition, an event held the previous Sunday at the Palau de Les Arts in Valencia. This milestone highlighted the group’s artistic excellence and its standing within the local cultural scene. (Source: City Council records)
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A few days after receiving the award, the directors, artistic management, and a majority of the members of the La Paz Music Society visited City Hall to receive congratulations from the municipality. The event also drew participation from local festival organizations, underscoring the music society’s role in the community’s cultural life. (Source: Municipal press coverage)
In the general assembly hall, the signature ceremony marked a significant moment for the organization. The president, José Ángel Espidos, and the director, Joan Espinosa, signed the Llibre d’Or of the Sant Joan City Council. Behind them, the musicians who gathered to witness the occasion left their signature as a lasting imprint on the history of the musical entity established in Sant Joan in 1871. (Source: City records)
During the ceremony, the mayor, Santiago Román, announced that the City Council would begin the process of awarding the Town of Sant Joan d’Alacant Medal to the La Paz Music Society. Román emphasized that the Municipal Honors and Titles Ordinance designates the Town Medal to recognize individuals, organizations, or companies that have made outstanding contributions to the people. He noted that the La Paz Music Society has earned more recognition than its 151-year history might imply. (Source: Municipal declaration)
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Also noted was that the 43rd Regional Band Competition awarded La Paz Music Society with the top score, achieving 290.5 points from a field of three candidates. This result secured first prize and a special mention within the highest category, reflecting the ensemble’s consistent excellence and its appeal to audiences across the region. (Source: Competition jury report)