A 22-stringed instrument based on the Ugandan bow harp is officially recognised as an instrument in its own right
Australian author Clinton Walker faces backlash for inaccurate information of artists covered in new book
Turkish Radio and Television Corporation banned a mix of Kurdish and Turkish songs
The British Museum hosts its first major music festival in April, Europe and the World
Fifty years ago the University of Southampton was bequeathed with a generous donation intended to support musical practice in the city
Next month the Incorporated Society of Musicians Trust are holding a one-day symposium that will provide practical advice and support for the professional musician.
Ruairi Glasheen releases a documentary that follows his journey exploring Iran's drumming traditions.
Hugh Masekela's life and work is to be honoured this weekend with a special performance at the Barbican, as part of the EFG London Jazz Festival.
Liverpool’s all-female nightlife collective SisBis have announced a seminal event headlined by Brighton’s Mr Bongo.
The record industry is in a state of flux, with many labels struggling to keep up with the rapidly changing marketplace. Yet there are artists and labels still riding the wave and who are unanimous about their ultimate motivation – making great music
Montparnasse Musique discuss the centrality of pan-African history, movement, people and atmosphere in their music
Wilderness Festival provided a surprising array of arts and music to please even the most discerning of world music lovers.
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