Friday January 29, 2021, Pradel Henriquez Minister of Culture participated in the virtual launch of the 1st Edition of the Caribbean Lyrical Festival.

It is an event organized in neighboring land under the label of the European Union, of the Dominican Ministry of Culture in partnership with the Sinfonia Foundation, is part of the objective of supporting young talents both in their careers and in their training must enable young talents from our Caribbean region to strengthen their bonds of friendship and promote cultural exchanges in a context of tolerance and cultural diversity.

Minister Henriquez pays special attention to this regional cultural event, because it highlights the cultural riches of Haiti, recalling "the lyrical art has always been, in Haiti, a medium that has allowed to express the talents of our region. For example, the art of the Taïnos, with in particular, Queen Anacaona who already charmed with her golden voice all those who had had the good fortune to hear her [...] This tradition of beautiful song has never continued. not lost in Haiti and today we have retained formidable voices". In this spirit, the Ministry of Culture is collaborating and participating in this edition which will allow young talents from our country to maintain the tradition.

To participate in this Festival which will be held on May 9, 2021, interested singers must submit their musical proposals between January 28 and February 28, 2021. An international jury, made up of renowned experts in lyric singing, will make a selection of 6 participants, who will have the opportunity to showcase their talents and create important links to pursue their artistic career. The official results will be known on Sunday May 9

FREE online application on the Festival website (in Spanish) : https://caribbeanlyricfestival.org

Deadline for submission of proposals : February 28, 2021

Download the rules and all the details (in Spanish) : https://www.cultura.gob.do/index.php/noticias/item/download/85_3f0015fd9951cde2e1d8d35c830f541f

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