British guitar master John McLaughlin is offering a free download of his new album “Is That so?” The album is a world fusion collaboration with…
The Silkroad collective has developed a virtual concert mini-series. Starting this week, Silkroad’s international musicians will be sharing short, musical performances on Facebook and Instagram…
World Music Expo, WOMEX, producers Piranha Arts today announced the official jury, also known as the 7 Samurai. Jointly, they will be selecting the official…
The 7th edition of Visa For Music, the professional music market and festival focused on African and Middle-Eastern music, is now accepting submissions. The conference…
North American world music gathering Mundial Montréal encourages artists to submit an application to be considered for a 25-minute showcase performance at its 10th annual…
The World Music Expo, WOMEX has announced its call for proposals for the WOMEX 2020 edition. WOMEX 2020 will take place in Budapest, Hungary, October…
World Music Central presents the Top 20 World Music Albums of 2019 selected by our staff. Our favorites include the best 20 overall and best…
Silkroad has announced the dates of its renowned Global Musician Workshop (GMW). The classes will take place at the New England Conservatory in Boston, (Massachusetts,…
Gnawa culture has been inscribed this month in UNESCO’s Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Gnawa refers to a series of musical events,…
The Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage meeting inscribed Mauritius’ Sega Tambour Chagos on the List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in…