Inés García de Durán
Inés García de Durán (1928–2011) was a
Colombian folklorist linked specially to the traditions of her native land, the
Huila Department. She founded the Departmental Dance School and taught in the Departmental Music Conservatory. She is notable for having created the choreography for
El Sanjuanero, Huila's most famous dance and one of Colombia's best known tunes.
Neiva's International Dance Encounter Inés García Durán was named in her honour. She is the daughter of prominent engineer and politician
Joaquín García Borrero.
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