Souza™: A Legendary Name in groundbreaking pyrotechnic achievements for the American Out of the past and into the future WHERE CAN I BUY THEM? Fireworks Display Bicentennial. Just three years later, he launched Pyro We look back with pride at our heritage. From community Pyro Spectaculars by Souza has partnered with Fireworks Over Spectaculars by Souza, marking the end of the cottage events to shows on the world’s largest stages, the Souza family’s America as the exclusive distributor. By simply filling out the Pyro Spectaculars by Souza is the story of business and beginning the modern pyrotechnic enterprise. commitment to excellence continues. Now we’re committed proper paperwork you can purchase either version that suits our family’s path to the American dream. From its humble beginnings at local street festivals almost 80 to making the best fireworks shows in the world even better. Beginning over 100 years ago and your operation from an FOA Distributor. years prior, the family trade had become one of the largest and We’ll continue to push the possibilities of what is possible with spanning five generations, the Souza most respected fireworks display companies in the world. fireworks in our quest to bring entertainment to people around family has been using their pyrotechnic ™ the world. It’s our way of providing joy to people on every conti- skill to provide joy to communities and Souza Today nent. It’s why we are the fireworks ambassadors of the world. thrill crowds around the world. Long before the amazingly In 1989, the fourth generation of the Souza choreographed pyrotechnic displays for packed stadiums and pyrotechnic dynasty, Jim, became President television audiences today, the patriarch of the family was and CEO of Pyro Spectaculars. Under his thrilling audiences closer to home. Today, the Souza family’s leadership, the company has revolutionized passion, pride, and tradition of fireworks continues to entertain choreography methods and precision millions around the world. firing, providing eye-catching entertain- ment for the world’s largest events. What OPENING ACT we now know as the modern fireworks After immigrating to the San Francisco show emerged under his tutelage. Bay Area in the early 1900s, Manuel de Golden Gate Bridge, San Fransisco, CA Under Jim’s direction, Pyro Spectaculars Sousa (the family name was later created the now-famous Sky Concerts and Pyro Musicals; today, Americanized to Souza) quickly these concepts are popular throughout the U.S. and have Brooklyn Bridge, New York City, NY ARE THEY EXPENSIVE? garnered a reputation as an entertainer become the hallmark of major events globally. The Pyro Musical Pyro Spectaculars by Souza & Fireworks Over America believe by creating fireworks displays for local has been described as the telling of the American story with the in offering the highest quality fireworks in the world. Consider- Portuguese community celebrations. WHAT IS PYRO-SPEC PRO GRADE FIREWORKS? use of colorful set pieces, narration, and music. The Sky Concert Pyro Spec Pro Grade Fireworks is the highest level of Pyrotechnic able time and effort has taken place to build the highest level Crowds at the Portuguese Saint’s Day fuses the ancient art of fireworks with modern technology, with Devices classified as Articles of Pyrotechnics. These devices have of Articles of Pyrotechnics for both the Consumer and Display and Festa do Espirito Santo or “Holy fireworks designed for and choreographed to music performed been exclusively designed by the Souza family and their staff. markets. These products were specifically designed with afford- Ghosts Festival” were thrilled by his flair for colorful showman- live and over recorded media. The fireworks can be seen at shows of all levels across the globe. able costing in mind. Utilizing the leverage of our partnership ship, earning him the name Papagaio (“parrot” in Portuguese). and relationships with Chinese manufactures, we believe to These concepts have helped expand the company, propelling No show is too small or too large for Pyro Spec Pro Grade Soon, the entire family was helping produce shows by have created the highest quality products at exceptional pricing. Pyro Spectaculars by Souza to national and International Fireworks. As a matter of fact these devices are used in almost constructing fireworks out of their home on the family farm. Please contact a Pyro Spectaculars or Fireworks Over America acclaim. Along with brother-in-law and Executive Vice President every show Pyro Spectaculars by Souza creates. representative for more details. Product will not be available for A PASSING OF THE TORCH Ian Gilfillan, the two have built one of the largest and most Most people think of fireworks as a bunch of big booms. purchase early 2019. respected fireworks display companies in the world. The Pyro Although big booms are great, fireworks are an Art that has Spectaculars by Souza name is synonymous with excitement, been perfected over several generations. It’s these details that quality, and safety. make a Pyro Spectaculars by Souza Show above and beyond what you might typically have seen in your community or your back yard. CAN A GENERAL CONSUMER BUY THEM? Yes absolutely. We have created a 1.4G Consumer version that After decades of refinement and execution, Manuel entrusted has been tested in accordance to CPSC regulations and can be his son Alfred with the family’s recipe book of pyrotechnic used in your back yard shows. As a matter of fact the devices secrets. Alfred’s skill as a family-taught chemist ensured not only are the exact same a sense of continuity to the family trade, but also garnered the excluding the E-Port. attention of the U.S. military, who recruited him for his THE NEXT GENERATION These devices can knowledge in the field. The fifth generation of Souzas are currently realizing their be shot utilizing a In Chemistry of Pyrotechnics: Basic Principles and Theory, Dr. dreams in the fireworks industry. Jim’s sons Paul & Christopher consumer grade firing John Conkling credited these early Souza family displays with Souza are working together with Ian’s sons Matthew & Kevin system or by simply being “ahead of their time with brilliant color compositions.” Gilfillan to take the family trade to the next level. The group is using your back yard Just two generations in, the Souza family’s legacy was already working together to advance technology within the fireworks creativity. Either way turning heads. industry and install high-end production management. Their they’re the exact same The man who changed the industry latest project is developing the PyroSpec - ProGrade Fireworks size & effects utilized line. For the first time ever the consumer will have the within a Pyro Spectac- The third generation of Souza pyrotechnicians opportunity to shoot their own Pyro Spectaculars by Souza ulars by Souza Show. Space Needle, Seatle,WA emerged in the form of Alfred’s son Bob in the fireworks display. 1950s. Bob provided pyrotechnic displays for county fairs and Fourth of July celebrations As they have been for five generations, the Souza family throughout the 1950s and 1960s. In 1976, Bob continues to push the boundaries of what is achievable with showcased his talents, premiering fireworks. produced by pyro spectaculaRS DIRECT IMPORTERS

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