History

The Palmetto Ridge High School Band is currently under the direction of Mrs. Annabelle Robinson and Mr. Anthony Claro. The program consists of three concert bands, two jazz bands, marching band, and various auxiliary ensembles. The primary goal of the program is to develop the musicianship and performance skills of each student. Students are held to a high standard are expected to have good work ethic. The band PRIDES itself on emphasizing its four virtues: Perseverance, Respect, Integrity, and Dedication to Excellence. The band performs in several community events throughout Naples every year. The band has also had the privilege to perform at numerous events throughout country. In 2017, the Marching Pride of Palmetto Ridge performed for the President of the United States in the 58th Presidential Inaugural Parade. The Marching Pride was able to exceed their goal of raising over $135,000 to send 265 students, chaperones, and staff to Washington D.C. because of the overwhelming support of Americans throughout the United States. ​

Past Performances

2022 - Universal Studios STARS Performance Parade
2019 - Walt Disney World Main Street U.S.A. Parade
2018 - Chicago Magnificent Mile Lights Festival Parade
​2017 - Universal Studios STARS Performance Holiday Parade
2017 - 58th Presidential Inaugural Parade
2016 - New York City St. Patrick's Day Parade
2014 - Walt Disney World Main Street U.S.A Parade
2014 - Boston St. Patrick's Day Parade
2012 - Tampa Bay Buccaneer's Post Game Performance
2012 - New Orleans St. Patrick's Day Parade
2011 - Florida Inaugural Parade for Governor Rick Scott
​2008 - New York City St. Patrick's Day Parade

Florida Marching Band Championships Awards

2021 Lakewood Ranch Music in Motion

• Grand Champion
• 1st in Class 5A with Best in all captions

2021 Naples Southwest Florida Games

• Grand Champion
• ​1st in Class 5A with Best in all captions
  

2021 Lightning Tournament of Bands

• 3rd Overall
• 2nd in Class 5A with Best Visual, General Effect, Percussion, Auxiliary, and Drum Major

2019 Lightning Tournament of Bands

• ​Grand Champion
• 1st in Class 5A with Best Music, Visual, General Effect, Percussion and Auxiliary

2018 Lightning Tournament of Bands

• 2nd Overall
• 1st in Class 5A with Best Music, Visual, General Effect, Percussion and Auxiliary

2018 Mariner Triton Invitational

• 2nd Overall
• 2nd in Class 5A

2017 Mariner Triton Invitational 

• 2nd Overall
• 2nd in Class 5A with Best Auxiliary

2016 Lightning Tournament of Bands

• 2nd Overall, Best Music Performance Overall

• 2nd in Class 5A

2015 Tampa Bay Fall Music Games

• 2nd Overall, Best Music Performance Overall
  
• 2nd in Class 5A

2014 Lightning Tournament of Bands 

• 2nd Overall
• 1st in Class 5A

FBA Ratings

All information can be verified at ​https://fba.flmusiced.org/mpa/mpa-results-and-programs/