Cante Novo wins top honors at international music festival in Spain

The musical group Cante Novo, based in Pinhal Novo with Alentejo roots, achieved significant success at an international music festival held in Lloret de Mar and Barcelona, Spain. The group secured first place in the traditional music category and second place in the sacred music category.

Soloists Luís Caetano and André Vinhas received special recognition for their performances, earning diplomas with honorable mentions for excellence. The group's success highlights the preservation and international promotion of Cante Alentejano, which is recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.