July 11, 2012 – In celebration of the National Day of Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela on 5th July, the Venezuelan folklore group “Compases de Integración” has been travelling around the world to promote Venezuelan culture through traditional music and dance performance. Arriving at Macau this week, the group will make a debut at Galaxy Macau™ to deliver a dazzling yet traditional Venezuelan performance to visiting guests on 12th July with its unique musical instruments and sprightly dance show, offering an exotic cultural experience for the spectators.

The program will kick off at the Crystal Lobby of Galaxy Macau in the afternoon of 12th July. Mr. Manuel A. Troconis González, Consul General of Venezuela in Hong Kong and Macau SAR, will also be present at the property with the performance group to take part in promoting the country’s culture and tourism. With gratitude towards Galaxy Entertainment Group’s support on cultural activities, Mr. Manuel A. Troconis González said, “With its outstanding resort and entertainment facilities, Galaxy Macau is a perfect venue for organizing cultural and artistic events. We hope that the traditional performance at the property will help promote and foster understanding of Venezuelan culture among Macau citizens and tourists.”

Formed by professional Venezuelan musicians and dancers, the performance group will create a carnival atmosphere in the air through vivacious folk music and songs played with traditional musical instruments such as harp, rumba shakers, bass guitar and 4-string guitar; While the dancers, all dressed in elaborate and colorful attires, will showcase their distinctive folk dance “Joropo” amid the joyful music and invite surrounding audience to join in. The program running from 3pm to 9pm will offer 6 rounds of performance without admission fee. Members of public are welcome to join this fun-filled activity to experience the charisma of this dynamic South American country.