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Communication and Saloma as a Value of the Lexicon of the Cultural Phenomenon in Panama" is the title of this bibliographic review article whose objective is to explore the relationship between the saloma, a Panamanian folkloric expression, and communication. The adopted methodology included an exhaustive review of bibliographic sources, analyzing the phenomenon of the saloma from a communicative perspective. The findings revealed a deep connection between the saloma and communication, showing that the saloma was not only an art form but also a medium of social and cultural communication. It was discovered that the saloma had roots in Europe, specifically in yodeling, with earlier African influences. Additionally, a contemporary resurgence of similar forms of saloma, such as sailor salomas, driven by social networks, was observed. At the local level, a possible connection between the Panamanian saloma and the indigenous Ngöbe-Buglé chants was established. These discoveries reinforced the value of the saloma as a key element in the construction of Panamanian identity and culture. The research concluded that the saloma, beyond its musical function, acted as a vehicle for cultural expression, reflecting and shaping the social life and experiences of the Panamanian people.
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