Various Artists – World Music from Slovakia: Best of 2016-2018 The civil association AMITY, WOMUSK and the World Music Festival Bratislava released this compilation titled…
The Best of World Music from Slovakia – 2016-2018
Tag: world fusion
An Introduction to the Kanun, the Versatile Plucked Zither
The kanun, also referred to as qanun, is a type of stringed musical instrument that holds an important place in traditional Middle Eastern and North…
Cuatro Esquinas, a Stirring Mix of Puerto Rican and Global Sounds
Plena Libre – Cuatro Esquinas (GN Música, 2023) Plena Libre, the acclaimed Puerto Rican musical group known for infusing traditional plena and bomba rhythms with…
Musical Explorers Concerts in May 2023 to Introduce Children to Cumbia, Vietnamese Folk, and Jordanian Folk Musical Traditions
On Saturday, May 13, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m., Zankel Hall in New York City will play host to the highly anticipated Musical…
Artist Profiles: Brazilectro Pioneers Zuco 103
Zuco 103, the brainchild of Lilian Vieira, Stefan Schmid, and Stefan Kruger, emerged onto the music scene in 1999 under the moniker Rec.a, and their…
‘Celebrants’ Demonstrates the Remarkable Talent and Musicianship of Nickel Creek
Nickel Creek – Celebrants (Thirty Tigers, 2023) The beloved acoustic ensemble Nickel Creek has released their latest masterpiece, “Celebrants.” Known for their pioneering sound in…
Award-Winning Kurdish Singer Aynur Announces April 2023 North American Tour
The spotlight shines on the remarkable Kurdish singer, Aynur, as she embarks on her USA tour commencing on April 16, 2023. Her exceptional voice and…
Brazilian Music to Meet Chinese Guzheng When Rogério Boccato and Vitor Gonçalves Join Wei Sun at Flushing Town Hall on April 16
On April 16th, music enthusiasts can expect a cross-cultural collaboration of exquisite proportions as three world-class musicians unite on the Flushing Town Hall stage for…
Altın Gün Rises to the Top of NACC’s World Music Chart for the Week of April 11
“Aşk” (ATO/Glitterbeat) by Altın Gün is the top world music album of the North American College and Community radio (NACC) for the Week of April…
Artist Profiles: Dàn tranh Master Vân-Ánh Võ
Vân-Ánh Võ is a prodigious performer, composer, and Artistic Director who has garnered numerous accolades for her virtuosic mastery of the 16-string đàn tranh (zither)…