Influential world music conference WOMEX returned to an in-person format in 2021 that attracted 2,600 registered participants. WOMEX took place October 27-31, 2021 in Porto,…
Substantial Participation at WOMEX 2021 Despite the Pandemic
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International Songwriting Competition Extended Deadline Ends November 3
The International Songwriting Competition (ISC) extended deadline will end November 3rd, 2021. The ISC provides a platform to support and recognize songwriting talent from around…
Transglobal World Music Chart Reveals Best Albums of 2020-2021 Season
The Transglobal World Music Chart (TWMC) has unveiled the list of Best Albums of the 2020-2021 season. The results are based on the sum of…
International Songwriting Competition Kicks Off 10 Days of Summer Promotion with Cool Prizes
International Songwriting Competition (ISC) has kicked off its 10 Days of Summer promotion, open until July 30, 2021. This is a limited-time-only opportunity to win…
Top Scottish Musicians Send Virtual Postcards To Festivals Around The World
Twelve of Scotland’s most prominent folk groups and musicians have joined forces to present digital performances and send salutations to audiences at leading festivals around…
Call for Artists: The Afro Pepites Show 11th Edition
The online arts market Afro Pepites is currently open to submissions for its 11th edition. Three projects will be selected that will be supported internationally.…
Famed Flamenco Guitarist Serranito Receives the Gold Medal for Merit in Fine Arts and Announces Retirement and Farewell Tour
The SGAE Foundation, together with AIE, Guitarras Ramírez and the Royal Classic String, have partnered to support the celebration of the farewell tour of guitar…
Nesrine Unveils Music Video “Rimitti”
Spain-based French-Algerian vocalist, cellist and composer Nesrine has released a music video titled “Rimitti.” Nesrine is best known for her world music band called NES.…
Michael McDonald, Willie Nelson and David Hidalgo Support Farmworkers with “Dreams of the San Joaquin”
Three iconic American singers, Michael McDonald (Doobie Brothers, Steely Dan), Willie Nelson and David Hidalgo (Los Lobos) have teamed up to perform the song “Dreams…
Ethnomusicology Documentary Available: Musicians in America during the Covid-19 Pandemic
The Society for Ethnomusicology (SEM) has announced the launch of a new website: Musicians in America during the Covid-19 Pandemic. Thanks to the award of…