The African lute, called the ngoni, xalam, or kora depending on the region and culture, has a rich history dating back ...

Jazz blends elements from varied traditions, including African and African American, religious, brass band, and blues styles. The improvisational music that results has a syncopated rhythm ...

Black American music is music of the spirit, a profound diversity of lessons to be enjoyed. Never duplicated but often imitated, its drumbeats are heartbeats of the inner person that ignites ...

As Mpumi Dhlamini steps into the spotlight for his solo debut at the Diamond City Jazz Festival, audiences can expect an ...

As one of the leaders of a new generation blending African rhythms with Jazz harmonies, Karr's music is a testament to its adaptability in preserving cultural traditions. Her music is a ...