On its X and Facebook profiles, the institution expressed gratitude to all those who in one way or another have contributed and dedicated themselves to music and culture.

The ICM recalled its founding mission: to organize, promote, sponsor and protect the Cuban musical movement.

Among the main events organize by the ICM are the International Choir Festival, the International Jazz Festival, and the Havana International Guitar Festival and Competition.

Other outstanding events are the “Cubadisco” International Record Fair, the “Benny Moré” International Popular Music Festival, the “Luis Casas Romero” International Concert Music Festival, the “Matamoros Son” Festival, and the International Electroacoustic Music Festival.

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