Lebanese ud master and composer Marcel Khalifé will begin his North American tour on September 28. His concert scheduled for San Diego has suffered changes…
Marcel Khalifé’s 2007 North American Tour Begins in September
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Angelique Kidjo’s 2007 European Tour
Beninese singer Angelique Kidjo is touring Europe to promote her new CD, Djin Djin. On the album, Angelique sings in her native languages as well…
Scotland’s finest traditional band, The Tannahill Weavers Touring the United States
Nashville (Tennessee), USA – The Tannahill Weavers are one of Scotland’s premier traditional bands. Their diverse repertoire spans the centuries with fire-driven instrumentals, topical songs,…
Alasdair Fraser and Natalie Haas Release In the Moment
USA – In The Moment is the much anticipated new CD by Alasdair Fraser and Natalie Haas. Following on from their award winning album "Fire…
Rounder Records Releases City of Dreams Boxed Set: A Collection of New Orleans Music
Burlington (Massachusetts), USA – Rounder Records announced the release of City of Dreams: A Collection of New Orleans Music. Due October 9, this comprehensive four-disc…
Special Opening at WOMEX by Three Cultures Foundation
Berlin, Germany – WOMEX, the largest international conference for world music professionals, announced today a special Opening, sponsored by the Ministry of Culture of Spain…
¡Globalquerque! World Music Festival Begins this Week
Albuquerque (New Mexico), USA – ¡Globalquerque! is New Mexico’s annual celebration of world music and culture. This year’s edition will be held 21 and 22,…
Yo-Yo Ma and the Silk Road Ensemble to Tour China
Providence (Rhode Island), USA – Yo-Yo Ma and the Silk Road Ensemble will embark on a tour of China in October 2007, featuring concert performances…
Frank Gehry Builds Fado House for Mariza Concert
Prominent architect Frank Gehry will design a set for a performance by Portuguese fado singer Mariza later this year. Gehry, renowned for his stunning and…
Blind Reggae Musicians from Brazil Touring the United States
Tribo de Jah, a group of 6 blind musicians directly from Brazil will be performing the music of Bob Marley and celebrating the release of…