Princess Margaret School’s musical ensemble, The PMS Serenaders, achieved top honors at the National Music Awards ceremony on Tuesday evening, securing the prestigious title of School Steel Band of the Year. The annual event celebrates exceptional talent across Antigua and Barbuda’s vibrant music industry, honoring artists, musicians, and cultural contributors nationwide.
The Serenaders triumphed over fellow finalist Irene B. Williams Secondary School in a category dedicated to recognizing outstanding scholastic steel band performances. During the acceptance ceremony, a band representative emphasized the collective effort behind their victory, acknowledging the dedication of all members who shared the stage.
‘Good evening everyone. While you witnessed numerous performers tonight, I cannot accept this recognition alone—every member of our ensemble has demonstrated extraordinary commitment and hard work,’ the representative stated in an emotional address.
The group outlined ambitious future plans extending beyond academic boundaries, expressing aspirations to function as a year-round community musical institution. ‘Our mission extends beyond school performances. We aim to champion music education broadly and establish ourselves as a continuous community band presence,’ the representative added, highlighting their commitment to musical development outside traditional educational frameworks.
The National Music Awards ceremony serves as a cornerstone event for Antigua and Barbuda’s cultural calendar, systematically acknowledging excellence across multiple dimensions of the nation’s music industry while inspiring future generations of performers.