Collage of artists set to perform. Photo credits: Nibal Malshi: Kory Williams; Guillermina Quiroga: Brandon Kwae; Hamza Akram: Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi; Simon Shaheen: ©Jack Vartoogian/FrontRowPhotos

A Spring 2025 Celebration of World Music & Dance in NYC Presented by Robert Browning Associates

Robert Browning Associates, in partnership with Lotus Music & Dance and Roulette, are set to present an exciting lineup of world music and dance performances…

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Flamenco Festival New York 2025 poster. A photo of a female flamenco dancer in a yellow dress.

Flamenco Takes Manhattan: Granada Strikes a Chord in New York

The Flamenco Festival New York (FFNY) returns with its 24th edition March 5-15, 2025, bringing the rich cultural heritage of Granada to the forefront. This…

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International Castanets Competition 2025 poster. An image of a castanet that combines various types of castanets.

International Castanets Competition Returns to Madrid with Teresa Laiz

The International Castanets Competition (Concurso Internacional de Castañuelas), founded by castanet master and concert artist Teresa Laiz, is Spain’s first and only competition dedicated to…

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Clockwise From Top Left: Youssou NDOUR, Marina Heredia, Amjad Ali Khan (with Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash), Sona Jobarteh, Paolo Angeli, and Simon Shaheen. Photo credits: Youssou NDOUR - Youri Lenquette, Sona Jobarteh- Rob O'Connor, Paolo Angeli - Nanni Angeli, and Simon Shaheen - Keith Getter. All Other Photos Courtesy of The Artists

Striking the Right Note: World Music Institute Unveils 2025 Spring-Summer Lineup

The World Music Institute (WMI) has announced its Spring-Summer 2025 season, featuring a mix of globally renowned and emerging artists. Highlights include performances by Anoushka…

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Semi-Professional Jale Spanish Flamenco Castanets Castañuelas Made In Spain. A pair of castanets.

Castañuelas, an Essential Instrument in Flamenco and Spanish folk traditions

(Headline image semi-professional Jale Spanish flamenco castanets – Castañuelas) The castañuelas (castanets), are a percussion instrument consisting of two wooden pieces connected by a cord.…

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