Proposal to rescue the music and dance of the Canton La Maná-Province of Cotopaxi

Abstract

Introduction: The proposal for the rescue of music and dance has important aspects since it enriches the knowledge of the population and mainly some genres considered representative also need to remember the different dances that were practiced at the time of their celebrations since dance is a valuable element in the process of training the human being, destined to get people confident, with possibilities to act in the world and responsible in their relationship with others. Objective. Rescue music and dance, so it is necessary to transmit the knowledge of the cultural identity that existed in the canton of La Maná. Methodology. In the following research the objective of achieving optimal results, the use of the following methods was chosen: quantitative method in which it is based on the obtaining of data or quantities and qualitative method that serves to obtain information or interpretative descriptions, therefore, work was worked with primary and secondary information. Results. 100% of the surveys applied to the 73 respondents represent that they do not know about any music or dance representative of the canton La Maná so it tells us that the rescue is important to be able to spread it and be known. Conclusion. Through the practice of music and dance part of our ancestors is rescued, in addition you can maintain interaction with the inhabitants and that young people can entertain themselves in something productive for them.