They are from Guadeloupe, Martinique, Guyanese, and some come from other Caribbean islands. They all share one thing in common: their membership in the Union Caraïbéenne Vitriots association, a dynamic collective which works to maintain and transmit the cultural wealth of the Antilles and the Caribbean in Vitry-sur-Seine.
The Chanté Nwèl of the association was much more than a musical event: it was a real moment of sharing, unity and intergenerational transmission. The group gathered in a festive and warm atmosphere, Saturday December 14, 2024, at the Robespierre Hall, for an unforgettable celebration: the Christmas carol.
With its 90 active members, the Vitriots Caribbean Union makes a point of bringing to life the customs and traditions that give rhythm to the life of the islands, while adapting them to their life in France. This Chanté Nwèl was much more than a musical event: it was a real moment of sharing, unity and intergenerational transmission.
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©Jean-claude Samyde
The association, which established its headquarters in Vitry-sur-Seine, has played an essential role in local cultural life since 7 years, by providing a platform where the diversity and richness of West Indian and Caribbean traditions can be fully expressed.
This evening, full of joy, music and good humor, not only brought together members of the community but also allowed new faces to discover and appreciate these traditions of the Antilles-Guyana and the Caribbean. (See video extract).
Chanté Nwèl in Ivry-sur-Seine
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©Jean-claude Samyde
The Vitriots Caribbean Union aspires to become a precious link between generations, a bridge between the islands and mainland France, as well as a key player in the preservation of the cultural heritage of the Antilles and Guyana.
