(KPL/Prensa Latina) The practice of Cuban Son was inscribed on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, coordinated by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), a recognition of that expression of the culture and identity of the Cuban people.    

With this decision, announced during the 20th session of the UNESCO Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH), in New Delhi, the Cuban Government’s commitment to protecting the traditions that represent the roots of the Caribbean nation is also highlighted.

Sonia Perez, president of the National Council of Cultural Heritage, stated after the announcement that the news will be celebrated as a well-deserved tribute to the creativity and joy of an entire people.

Also, as a recognition of all son musicians of Cuba and the world, and those who have kept alive one of the most robust traditions of the national cultural heritage.

Perez asserted that its inscription among humanity’s precious heritages honors the creativity, collective memory, and vitality of the communities.

The official affirmed that including Cuban Son on the list represents an opportunity to promote cultural cooperation, academic exchange, and local capacity-building. With its inclusion on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, Cuban Son joins other indigenous expressions such as rumba, ‘punto cubano’ (Cuban country music), Tumba Francesa (French Drum), and bolero.

KPL