The Bicol State University of Applied Sciences and Technology, in collaboration with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts, the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra, and Maryed Music Sports Zone, hosted the 2024 Regional Training for Band Directors and Band Members from July 12-14, 2024, at the BISCAST Student Pavilion.
This regional training brought together participants from Sorsogon State University; Bicol State College of Applied Sciences and Technology; Bicol High School for Arts & Culture; Naga City School of Arts & Trades; Camarines Sur National High School; Camarines Sur Polytechnic Colleges; Camarines Norte State College; Central Bicol State University of Agriculture; Naga City School of Arts & Trades; Naga College Foundation; FCR Band and the 9th Installation Management Battalion, IMCOM.
The event culminated in a concert titled “Palihan at Konsyerto sa Bicol 2024” on July 14, 2024, at SM City Naga, highlighting the exceptional talents of various participating bands, including a performance from Sorsogon State University Band. (SorSU PIO)