Angono National Symphonic Band
ANGONO NATIONAL SYMPHONIC BAND (Banda Uno) The Angono National Symphonic Band is one of the earliest and most distinguished musical ensembles founded in the town of Angono, Rizal. Established by Elpidio San Pedro, the band was later nurtured and artistically shaped by his son, the late National Artist for Music, Maestro Lucio D. San Pedro. Under Maestro San Pedro’s guidance, the ensemble was instilled with exceptional discipline, musical integrity, and a deep commitment to artistic excellence—values that continue to define the band to this day.
Through Maestro San Pedro’s unwavering dedication, the band grew into a formidable symphonic ensemble, earning national recognition by winning two National Band Championship titles, first in 1969 and again in 1979. These achievements affirmed the band’s stature in the Philippine music scene and marked its transition from a community band to a nationally respected symphonic institution.
Since then, the Angono National Symphonic Band has performed extensively, premiering and interpreting works by Maestro Lucio D. San Pedro and other Filipino composers. Its performances have graced prominent venues such as the Cultural Center of the Philippines, Hong Kong International Convention Center, Meralco Theater, Concert at the Park, and Philamlife Theater, as well as numerous concerts and engagements across the country and abroad.
Within Angono, the band is recognized as a vital part of the town’s Living Cultural Heritage. It plays an integral role in both civic and religious life, notably during the annual Salubong rites of the Lenten Season and the Angono Town Fiesta, where it accompanies the Fluvial Procession in honor of St. Clement, the town’s patron saint. Through these traditions, the Angono National Symphonic Band continues to embody the town’s enduring musical legacy while inspiring future generations of Filipino musicians.