On Thursday, May 8, at 7 pm, the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs presents Zarbang, a world percussion ensemble representing some of the finest percussionists…
Chicago Cultural Center Presents World Percussion Ensemble Zarbang
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The 2008 JVC Jazz Festival – New York Lights Up the City with Jazz and World Music
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WOMEX 2008 Seeks Official Photographers
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¡Globalquerque! 2008 Confirms First Acts
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Brazilian Festival in NYC with Rosa Passos Quartet
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Pacifika, Latin Innovators from Canada in New York
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UK Indian Vocalist Najma Akhtar and NY Guitarist Gary Lucas Will Be Performing Together
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