Ojai (California), USA – Walter “Maynard” Ferguson, one of the most influential musicians and band leaders in the history of Jazz, passed away August 23,…
Legendary Trumpeter Maynard Ferguson Dies at 78
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Flamenco Legend Fernanda de Utrera Dies at 83
Spain – Flamenco singer Fernanda de Utrera died of heart failure at her home in Utrera (Seville province). She was 83. Her wake will be…
Oklahoma Round Dances
Phoenix (Arizona), USA – The last of Canyon’s newest round dance recordings, True Lies From The Road, comes from Glen Ahhaitty of the Kiowa and…
Songs from Tibet, The New CD from Techung
UK – Tibetan instrumentalist and singer has a new recording of titled Songs from Tibet. Most of the music is traditional, based on Tibetan folk…
An Interview with Albert Kuvezin of Yat-Kha
Albert Kuvezin is the leader of Tuvan group Yat-Kha. The Central Asian band has taken Tuvan folk music to uncharted territories, crossing musical boundaries.…
Renowned Indian Shehnai Virtuoso Bismillah Khan Dies at 91
– Bismillah Khan, a renowned performer of the Indian shehnai died in Benares on August 21st of a heart attack. He was 91. The Indian…
Oliver Mtukudzi Performance in September at Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley in Seattle
The Pacific Jazz Institute at Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley presents African Pop Giant Oliver Mtukudzi for four nights September 7-10. Band members include: Oliver Mtukudzi (vocals),…
Kalavant Center’s Concert Unites Different Cultures Performing Indian Music
Author: Jodi Hewat The Kalavant Center should be commended for presenting an entertaining concert on May 20th much enjoyed by the large and diverse crowd…
¡Globalquerque! World Music Festival Program Announced
Albuquerque (New Mexico), USA – ¡Globalquerque! is New Mexico’s 2nd annual celebration of world music and culture. This year’s edition will be held September 23…
Reggae Icon Joseph Hill, Lead Singer of Culture, Dies in Berlin
The lead singer of legendary reggae group Culture died today in Berlin. “It is with extreme sadness that I report the passing away of Joseph…