The Mojácar Municipal Music Band Visits Valencia

As in previous years, Mojácar Council organized a trip for the members of the locality’s Municipal Music Band to show appreciation for the young musicians’ work throughout the year. These musicians have participated in all the municipality’s events and have been central to the most in-demand concerts on the local calendar of activities.

This time, the Mediterranean coast was the backdrop for four intense days during which they visited Gandía, Valencia, and made a special visit to the municipality of Guadalest in the Alicante province. The trip included 40 young musicians, the director of the Municipal Music Band, Miguel Ángel Miranda, a monitor, as well as Mojácar Mayor Francisco García Cerdá, who accompanied them for much of the tour.

Upon arrival in Gandía, they enjoyed an afternoon of multi-adventures in one of its theme parks. The following day, in Valencia city, they visited various emblematic places, such as the City of Arts and Sciences. They also made sure to visit the Oceanographic, the Museum, the Hemispheric, and had some time for shopping.

A tour of Valencia’s old town was unmissable, accompanied by an official guide, where they could see everything from the oldest historical Valencia to the most modern and avant-garde buildings. They visited significant monuments such as the Serranos Towers, the “Lonja” (The Silk Exchange), and the Cathedral, dating back to the 14th and 15th centuries. The well-known Palace of Music, an emblematic place for musicians, was also on their itinerary.

Their next stop was La Albufera, its Natural Park, where they aimed to see the most important wetland areas on the Iberian Peninsula, complete with a boat ride.

On the way back to Mojácar, they planned a stop in the symbolic town of Guadalest, an Alicante town that is over 1,000 years old and one of the most visited in Spain due to its distinctive landscape and historical, cultural, and urban characteristics. They explored its famous castle, a fortress dating from the 11th century.

As always, the atmosphere during the trip was relaxed, with a strong sense of rapport and camaraderie among the group. This harmony is reflected in their concerts and in all their joint activities.

With these well-deserved days of rest coming to an end, they are now returning to their routine and future plans. New members will join the team to prepare for the Christmas Concert on the 23rd of December and other surprises, which they have yet to reveal, undoubtedly aiming to surprise their neighbors once again.