Elshan Ghasimi, born 1981 in Isfahan, Iran is a master of the tar, a long-necked Iranian lute instrument, and of Persian classical art music, as…
Elshan Ghasimi: Mastering Tradition and Innovation in Persian Classical Music
Category: Artist Profiles
The Spirited Sound of Mali’s Bamba Wassoulou Groove
Bamba Wassoulou Groove, an ensemble that emerged in 2012 in Bamako, Mali, represents a fervent endeavor by Bamba Dembelé, a co-founder of the iconic Super…
The Barmer Boys, Torchbearers of the Manganiyar Traditions
The Barmer Boys, a trio of musicians, stand as the torchbearers of an ancient musical lineage, dutifully preserving and propagating the time-honored traditions of the…
José María Bandera: The Maestro of Flamenco Guitar
Hailing from the vibrant southern city of Algeciras, Cádiz (Spain), José María Bandera Sánchez, an exceptional guitarist, has cemented his place as a flamenco guitar…
Emilio Moret, a Leading Figure in Cuban music
Emilio Moret, a prominent figure in Cuban music, was born on November 25, 1948, in Encrucijada, Villa Clara. His musical journey began at the Ignacio…
Guieldu: A Journey into Asturian Progressive Celtic Music
Guieldu was formed in the northern lands of Asturias, Spain, in late 2019. Guided by the visionary flutist and composer, Héctor Aneiros, Guieldu emerged as…
Alienda: The Asturian Power Folk Ensemble
Alienda, an Asturian folk group hailing from Spain, came into existence in 2013. Distinguished by their distinctive genre known as “power folk,” Alienda adeptly combines…
Lene Høst: A Multifaceted Artist Weaving Polyphonic Sounds with Traditional Vocal Music
Renowned for her diverse musical repertoire and a profound connection to Nordic folk music, Lene Høst, hailing from Denmark, encompasses the roles of a captivating…
Danish Fiddler and Vocalist Liv Vester Larsen
Liv Vester Larsen, hailing from Denmark, possesses an extensive educational background in violin performance within the folk music discipline. Presently, she is enrolled in the…
Danish Cellist and Vocalist Maja Freese
Maja Freese, hailing from Denmark, possesses a distinguished academic background, having earned a bachelor’s degree in the intricate art of playing the 5-stringed cello from…