NORTH MIAMI, Fla. — The Haitian Compas Festival brought thousands to South Florida during Haitian Heritage Month, celebrating Haitian culture through music, food and community. Organizers said this ...
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti — Compas, a beloved Haitian music and dance genre inspired by merengue and infused with percussion, made UNESCO’s cultural heritage list on Wednesday. The syncopated rhythm, ...
UN Recognizes Compas, a Haitian Music and Dance Genre That Has Marked Generations and Brought Joy PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — Compas, a beloved Haitian music and dance genre inspired by merengue and ...