The Dzodze Unique Brass Band group located in the Ketu North Municipality in the Volta Region emerged winners of the fourth edition of the annual Frando Musik Klinikum Contest held at Klikor in the Volta Region.
The contest is a brass band competition organised to enhance the skills and abilities of children with a passion for brass band music.
The winner received an amount of GH¢300, a trumpet, sets of music stands, two pairs of side drumsticks and tambourines, a trophy, and the bragging right as two times champion of the Frando Musik Klinikum.
Holy Star from Aflao followed suit occupying the second position. The group received a GH¢200 cash prize, a brand-new trumpet, a set of music stands, two pairs of side drumsticks, and a tambourine.
Faith in Christ from Mafe Deveme received GH¢100, two pairs of side drumsticks, and a tambourine for the third position.
Horn of Zion Brass Band from Gavedzi, and the Atsivuta Basic School brass band occupied the fourth and fifth positions respectively.
Speaking on the event theme, “Developing Talent through Music,” founder of the Frando Musik Klinikum, Assistant Commissioner of Police in charge of the Police Bands, Dr. Frank Hukporti, emphasised the need for parents to motivate their wards who find interest in brass band music.
According to him, allowing children to unearth their talent as brass band enthusiasts helps to improve cognitive function, including memory, concentration, and problem-solving skills.
“The notation that children who love brass band are less intelligent must be discarded as studies have shown that playing an instrument can even improve brain development in children,” he said.
Former Inspector General of Police, John Kudalor, who chaired the programme, applauded the participants for their exceptional display of performances at the event.
Being thrilled with the skillful use of the musical instruments by the youngsters, he promised to support the organisation for the next season.
The event was facilitated by some personnel from the Central Band of the Ghana Police Service, including Chief Inspector Adzroe Elikplim, Inspector Martin Ladzekpo, and Sergeant Klu Mensah, Cpl. Daniel Binah, Josephine Havor and Vida Agbley.
BY Prince Fiifi Yorke