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GlobalFest 2012 to Get Colombian Flavor with M.A.K.U Sound System
M.A.K.U is a young band out of the thriving Colombian music scene across New York’s East River in Queens.
Jazz Saxophonist David Murray Plays Nat King Cole
Anchor Marco Werman speaks with jazz saxophonist David Murray about his homage to Nat King Cole’s recordings of Latin standards.
Training to Become a Star in Swaziland and Beyond
The US State Department has been sending musicians overseas for years. The World’s Alex Gallafent meets a pair of American jazz musicians, Keri Chryst and Jeff Hoffman, as they deliver a workshop to a group of young vocalists in Swaziland.
Portuguese Jazz Singer Sara Serpa Releases ‘Mobile’
The World’s Adeline Sire profiles Sara Serpa, a Portuguese jazz singer, who became interested in travel literature soon after her arrival in New York City. Serpa’s new CD is called “Mobile.”
American Jazz Singer Kurt Elling and Denmark’s Kluvers Big Band
The World’s Adeline Sire has a story on a collaboration between American jazz singer Kurt Elling and the Kluvers Big Band from Denmark. They’re touring the US together for the first time.
Cuban Flutist Orlando Maraca Valle
Tom Schnabel shares one of his favorite new recording by Cuban artist Orlando Maraca Valle.
Michel Camilo’s Afro-Caribbean Jazz from Dominican Republic
Camilo continues his streak of celebrating Afro-Caribbean jazz in his new album called “Mano a Mano.”
Sachal Orchestra Puts Pakistani Spin on Dave Brubeck
Lahore-based Sachal Orchestra’s online-only release has topped the iTunes charts in the US and UK.
Nigerian Jazz Musician Kayode Olajide
Mannasseh Phiri, music DJ from Zambia introduces us to the music of Nigerian jazz musician Kayode Olajide.
Trumpet virtuoso Paolo Fresu
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Sardinian trumpeter Paolo Fresu has joined forces with a Corsican vocal septet to make some remarkable music on his new CD, “Mistico Mediterraneo.” The World’s Ken Bader has today’s Global Hit. Download MP3Tito Puente – “The King of Mambo”
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Even those who don’t know Latin jazz tend to know Tito Puente. He is not known as “The King of Mambo” for nothing. His music has appeared in many films, most notably, perhaps, “The Mambo Kings.” Tom Schnabel gives us a refresher on Puente’s roots and looks at a new release of his music. Download MP3
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South Africa’s Bow Project
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South African music is famous for its fusion of Western and indigenous sounds. A group of South African classical composers are taking inspiration from a native sound. Anders Kelto has this report from Cape Town. Download MP3
Accordion legend Don Lipovac
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Kansas City is not known much for its polkas and Slavic music. But among accordion enthusiasts, Kansas City native Don Lipovac is a legend.The 75-year-old musician was once recognized as our nation’s best accordion player and his fame reaches across the Atlantic. Reporter Elana Gordon has more from KCUR. Download MP3Video: See Don Lipovac perform live
Iranian rock band ‘Kiosk’
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Cyrus Farivar profiles an underground Iranian rock band that is using the Internet as a primary means for getting its music into Iran. Download MP3
Gypsy jazz band
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Three gypsy jazz musicians came to The World’s studio to speak with host Lisa Mullins and demo their music. Download MP3(Photo: Steven Davy)
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