The Cesar Department has introduced the institution of a Day of Mourning, following the surprising information of the dying of artist and composer Omar Geles.
In response to this irreparable loss, Cesar’s Government declared May 22 as an official day of fasting. The provide was made official by proclamation quantity 000100, issued on May 21, 2024.
The regulation, entitled “Determining the day of mourning within the division of Cesar in honor of the minstrel and trainer of Vallenata Music Omar Geles”, establishes a number of measures to pay the reminiscence of the musician.
Governor Elvia Milena Sanjuan DĆ”vila expressed her deep sorrow for the lack of Geles: “The time we stay in is wonderful, we by no means thought we might lose a beloved one like trainer Omar Geles so quickly. Fly excessive loving pal. What plenty of ache we’re left with.” In his touching phrases, he additionally highlighted the singer’s musical legacy: “The notes of your accordion and your numerous songs have been devoted expressions of your pleasure and the pure feeling of your love.” “Today all of us mourn the passing of the maestro, the instrumentalist, the king of vallenato.”
It can learn: A tragic message from Maren GarcĆa, the spouse of Omar Geles: “I’ve no power”
The regulation
The regulation signed by the governor contains the next articles:
Article 1: May 22, 2024 has been set as an official day of mourning for your entire Cesar division.in honor of the reminiscence of Omar Geles.
Section 2: On at the present time of mourning, All flags on public buildings and official division headquarters can be flown at full peak.
Article 3: The educational and cultural neighborhood and all residents are invited to take part in occasions commemorating and reflecting on the life and work of Omar Geles.
Article 4: All official ceremonial occasions scheduled for the day of mourning are suspended.
Article 5: The native media are known as to take part within the respect, to dedicate their applications to the dissemination of the work and legacy of Omar Geles.
In accordance with the established, the physique of the trainer is stored in a burning room within the corridor of the Rafael Carrillo LĆŗquez Departmental Library, Valledupar, the place he was acquired in a dignified method.
It can learn: ‘Ways of life’: the story of Omar Geles’ iconic track