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