FISA III

FISA III closes with a performance by the BROS Saxophone Quartet at Nossa Senhora das Neves Parish Church in Relva, at 5:30 p.m. on 15 November. The Azores International Saxophone Festival returns to São Miguel from 13 to 15 November 2026, with free admission to its concerts.

Alongside the performances, the three-day programme includes masterclasses and other educational sessions, as well as a gathering for participants on Sunday. Filarmónica Nossa Senhora das Neves organises the festival, with Hélio Soares as artistic director.

The Luís de Camões Auditorium at the Ponta Delgada Regional Conservatory hosts the first two days of concerts. Polish saxophonist Paweł Gusnar joins the Filarmónica on 13 November; the following day, the Azores Military Band performs with soloists Guilherme Sousa and Ricardo Pires, conducted by guest maestro Luciano Pereira.

Students, teachers, and amateur and professional musicians can register for the educational activities as active participants or listeners. Certificates are planned according to the chosen registration category and attendance.

Conservatory students pay €45 to participate actively or €25 to attend as listeners. For other participants, the respective fees are €55 and €35. Anyone travelling to São Miguel is responsible for arranging their own transport and accommodation.