Sociedade Filarmonica Lira Açoriana

Sociedade Filarmonica Lira Acoriana is a Portuguese marching band based out of Stevinson, Ca. Founded in 1982, the band has been performing at various Portuguese festas through out the state of California. The band marches in parades, processions, and Bodo de Leites. As well as performing concerts and at bullfights. Lira Acoriana is comprised of musicians of all ages and always welcomes new members. Be sure to contact a board member with any questions.

The 28^th Anniversary of Lira Acoriana will be held on April 10^th-11^th, events will be held at the Stevinson Pentecost Hall. The program is as followed.

9:00pm-1:00am……….Dance with the band “Loucura”

10:30am……….Mass-Stevinson Pentecost Hall

Celebrated by Rev. Father Manuel Fontes Sousa

12:00pm-2:00pm……….Lunch-Sopas de Espirito Santo

1:00pm……….Presentation of members of Lira Acoriana

Master of Cerimonies - Jeronimo Ponceano

1:30pm……….Concert by Lira Acoriana

3:00pm……….Concerts by visiting bands

Filarmonica Portuguesa de Tulare, Azores Band of Escalon

6:00pm……….Dance with the up and coming band "Os Luso-Tones"