Colombia Express: Festival Of The Vallenato Legend (Spanish)
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Browse Full-length Non-member TitlesCelebration of the "Festival of the Vallenato Legend" in Cesar, Colombia, shows a town surrounded by the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta and the Valley of Upar which resonates to the rhythm of accordions. A lively and enthusiastic girl dances to the traditional dance of the "piloneras." A young accordionist sings in her native language. A woman makes backpacks by hand. A band uses the festival as a stage to promote their services. A play narrates the Vallenato legend that originated the Festival.
Media Details
Runtime: 26 minutes 30 seconds
- Topic: Arts, Geography, Social Science
- Subtopic: Multiculturalism, Music, Performing Arts, South America
- Grade/Interest Level: 9 - 12
- Release Year: 2010
- Producer/Distributor: Dicapta/University Of Antioquia For Ministry Of Culture- Colombia
- Series: Colombia Express (Spanish)
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