Premio Andrea Parodi, the only European world music contest, has announced that it is currently accepting submissions for its 14th edition. The finals will be…
World Music Contest Premio Andrea Parodi Call for Submissions
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Anástasis (Saphrane Records) is the new album from iconic Greek singer and percussionist Katerina Papadopoulou. “Anástasis” is also the Greek word for resurrection and represents…
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Irish Traditional Accordionist Joe Burke Dies at 81
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Ancestral Malian Music from Toumani Diabaté & The London Symphony Orchestra
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