The Ministry of Creative Industries is celebrating the success of the national soca and calypso adjudication workshops held last Saturday and Sunday.
The workshops brought together a mix of seasoned adjudicators, emerging talent, and artists, all committed to enhancing the standards of adjudication within Antigua and Barbuda’s thriving music culture. Sessions were highly engaging and thought-provoking, diving deeply into the interpretation and application of adjudication criteria across both Soca and Calypso genres.
These workshops are part of the Ministry’s ongoing developmental program designed to empower creatives and cultural practitioners while positioning Antigua and Barbuda among the leading cultural destinations in the region.
Workshop facilitator and calypso legend Sylvester “King Socrates” Hodge applauded the depth of talent in the room and noted, “Antigua and Barbuda stands as one of the leaders in Calypso and Soca. The level of artistry here is commendable and continues to evolve.”
Director of Culture, Mr. Khan Cordice, echoed this sentiment, stating, “These sessions go beyond just improving the competitions they’re about investing in the growth of both our artistes and our adjudicators. By doing so, we raise the national standard and strengthen our creative identity on an increasingly competitive global stage.”
