A 47-year-old musician at Wenchi in the Bono Region is calling for more attention towards developing and promoting traditional African music.

African songs are among the most popular worldwide, with a high-pitched melody or vocal pattern that incorporates elements of traditional African rhythms and Western pop music styles. They ...

Thompson Holidays's interactive timeline shows the evolution of different genres of western dance music, from traditional African songs to electro house. advertisement. Latest African music News.

Traditional music in Africa is so rich in incredible rhythms. You have to use that treasure the same way Chopin, Gershwin and Bartok were inspired by the folk songs of their home countries.

Dances to both contemporary music and traditional African songs echoed throughout City Hall as the crowd clapped along. Followed by the dance and prior to the Hub City Mass Choir performance, ...

Oumou Sangare was among stars honoured at the Aga Khan Music awards in Portugal. The awards, held in Portugal this year, celebrate Muslim musical heritage. Some of Africa's top artists, from Oumou ...

This year's celebration features a day full of traditional African Art, curated music, food tasting and a dance demonstration. ... Fashion Show-Traditional and Contemporary African Attire; ...

All African classes offered at the university derive from “Nukporfe”, which means come and see it for yourself. Elikem said he enjoys teaching students why traditional dances are performed.

There will also be live music, a fashion show and vendors selling African food. Activities will be held from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Aug. 4-5 at Everett Community College, 2000 Tower St. in Everett.