The Fundació Premis Jaume I received one of the Pare Antoni 2025 Awards last 27 December, bestowed by the Ateneo Musical y de Enseñanza Banda Primitiva de Llíria. The recognition was accepted by its president, Vicente Boluda Fos, whose presence underscored the institutional commitment to scientific excellence and social progress.

During the ceremony, Boluda expressed his gratitude for the award on behalf of the Foundation and highlighted the organisation’s work in promoting research, innovation, and entrepreneurship in the Valencian Community. In his speech, he emphasised the importance of building bridges between science, society and the productive sector, a vision he has consistently reinforced throughout his presidency.

Alongside the Fundació Premis Jaume I, the singer Rosana Arbelo, the Edetani (from Llíria) musician Miguel Civera, requinto soloist of the RTVE Orchestra, and Gerardo Ferrando, former president of the Banda Primitiva, were also honoured. Ferrando was recognised posthumously for his dedication to the organisation.

The ceremony, held DURING THE CHRISTMAS CONCERT at the headquarters of the historic musical society, brought together representatives from Llíria’s cultural and social spheres, who highlighted both the award winners’ careers and the Banda Primitiva’s ongoing commitment to the promotion of talent and culture.