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Welcome to the Mono Núñez Festival

The name of the festival is inspired by the renowned composer and performer of

Andean music, José Benito Núñez, known as “Mono Núñez”. His musical legacy

and his love for Colombian Andean music are reflected in this event, which

seeks to keep ancestral traditions alive and highlight the cultural importance of the

Andean music in Colombia.

The Mono Núñez Festival takes place at the end of May and/or beginning of June and

It has a varied program that includes concerts, contests, workshops,

conferences and exhibitions. The concerts are the central axis of the festival, where

Present outstanding Andean music performers and groups from different regions

from the country.

The vocal and instrumental interpretation contest is one of the most

exciting things about this festival. Young talents from all over the country

participate in this competition, showing their skills and passion for music

Andean. Contest winners are recognized with prizes and recognition

to be part of the new generation of Andean musicians in Colombia.

In addition to the competitions, the festival offers a wide variety of workshops and

conferences on Colombian Andean music. These activities seek to promote the

exchange of knowledge and training of future musicians. They are also made

exhibitions of traditional musical instruments, where they are displayed and explained

the particularities of each of them.

The Mono Núñez Festival is not only limited to Andean music, but also seeks

generate a space of convergence between diverse cultural expressions. During the

festival, the Children's Meeting is held, a meeting of Native Expressions and a

displays craftsmanship, further enriching the experience of attendees.

The importance of the Mono Núñez Festival lies in its work of preservation and

promotion of the musical roots of the Colombian Andean region. Through this

event, we seek to keep the musical tradition alive, transmitting its value to the

new generations and promoting their recognition at a national and

international.

The impact of the Mono Núñez Festival transcends the borders of Colombia, as it has

managed to position Andean music as a cultural heritage of high value.

Artists from different Latin American countries have participated in this event,

enriching musical diversity and strengthening the ties of brotherhood between the

nations that share this musical genre.

In conclusion, the Mono Núñez Festival is much more than a musical event. It's a

space for meeting, learning and celebrating Colombian Andean music. TO

Through its diverse and high-quality programming, this festival has contributed to

preserve and spread these traditions at home and abroad