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The Soundtrack to a Life

Danish author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) once described music as “the international language that expresses feelings we all understand.” For anyone who has found themselves enveloped by a compelling concerto or an energetic folk song, this sentiment rings true. Music, in one guise or another, permeates every human society. Just ask Colombia-born, China-based musician Héctor Palacios.

With a cheerful and warm spirit seeping through the staves, Palacios seeks to integrate Latin America and China through some unique musical beats. Originally from the southwestern Colombian department of Nariño, this artist refers to China as his second home. His extensive travels across the country have taken him to

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