Warren, Pa., and Ghana in West Africa are separated by over 5,000 miles. But the two cultures came together Wednesday at St.

The Uptown Rhythm Festival will mix styles, including tap, swing and flamenco, that are flourishing despite problems of rehearsal and performance space.

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rattles and other local instruments,” states the master drummer. With the experience gathered in the traditional music and dance arena, the African Dance Rhythms group is always happy to impart ...

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Joe Berlinger's film captures Paul Simon's return to South Africa some years after the release of Graceland, contrasting the ...

Nigerian Afrojazz singer Salako has described his new single, Wande as a powerful narrative wrapped in melody.

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Youssou N’Dour’s voice is one of the wonders of music, a soaring bird that has taken him around the globe from his native ...