world music
noun
: popular music originating from or influenced by non-Western musical traditions and often having a danceable rhythm
—usually hyphenated when used attributively
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The Moon Shells, an eclectic folk/world music ensemble, in the Food Tent.
11:30 a.m.: Illuminous, an original rock band, on the Bandshell Stage.
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Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 27 Apr. 2025
Born in Naples, his songs are described as a blend of Neapolitan, blues, jazz and world music.
—The Athletic Staff, New York Times, 20 Apr. 2025
The musical duo was nominated for three Grammys: best contemporary world music album for their 2004 breakthrough album Dimanche à Bamako, best contemporary world music album for 2008's Welcome to Mali and best world music album for Folila in 2013.
—Marina Watts, People.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Our repertoire includes pop songs, show tunes, folk and world music.
—Ramona Sentinel, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Apr. 2025
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Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 27 Apr. 2025
Born in Naples, his songs are described as a blend of Neapolitan, blues, jazz and world music.
—The Athletic Staff, New York Times, 20 Apr. 2025
The musical duo was nominated for three Grammys: best contemporary world music album for their 2004 breakthrough album Dimanche à Bamako, best contemporary world music album for 2008's Welcome to Mali and best world music album for Folila in 2013.
—Marina Watts, People.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Our repertoire includes pop songs, show tunes, folk and world music.
—Ramona Sentinel, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Apr. 2025
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“World music.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/world%20music. Accessed 10 May. 2025.
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