“Heartbeat of the People” is a space dedicated to honoring the cultural groups that keep Puerto Rican identity alive through music, dance, and other living expressions.

From Bomba and Plena groups to folkloric and multidisciplinary groups, this section celebrates the power of collective creativity as a pillar of our cultural heritage. These groups not only preserve tradition—they reinterpret it, teach it, pass it on to new generations, and project it onto the world stage.

Inspired by EnMiPatioPR’s vision to connect Puerto Rico with the world through culture, “Heartbeat of the People” shines a light on those who turn their art into a tool for community, education, healing, and resistance.

Each group featured here is a living expression of our legacy: a steady heartbeat that unites voices, friends, stories, and landscapes into one powerful symphony of identity.