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- The Festival of Music and Traditional Arts brought together expressions from Oaxaca's indigenous communities to strengthen cultural exchange.
Held in Oaxaca, the event featured programming centered on traditional music and ancestral arts from various regions across the state. Activities included performances by local groups, workshops on ancestral instruments, and dance demonstrations reflecting the linguistic and cultural diversity of participating communities.
Organizers highlighted the participation of indigenous leaders who shared knowledge about instrument-making techniques and musical repertoires passed down through generations. The festival aimed to spotlight the value of intangible cultural heritage as a driver of social cohesion and local development.
The event also included dialogue sessions on preserving indigenous languages through music, with special focus on intergenerational transmission. State authorities noted that gatherings like this help position Oaxaca as a leader in promoting cultural diversity nationwide.
The program proceeded without incident and drew attendance from both local and international audiences interested in the artistic traditions of indigenous peoples.
Sources:
Contigo
https://contigoenladistancia.cultura.gob.mx/lista/institucion/64