What we’re about
Please note that this group has No Show policy. If you fail to turn to 2 events you'll be banned from the group.
"The truest expression of a people is in its dances and in its music"
From traditional ethnic music to foreign language pop music, the phrase "World Music" covers a lot of ground. From Reggae to Ragas, Celtic to Klezmer, Salsa to Paris Cafe, world music pretty much encompasses everything that doesn't fit comfortably into an typical 'Top 40' pop chart.
All in all, world music is considered just plain music to the vast majority of people in the world. Music is universal, and to discover the music of a culture is to discover the culture as a whole.
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This group is primarily for fans of world music to get together and enjoy concerts, performances and other music-related events in and around London. Musicians / artists / performers are also welcome to promote their work, share resources, etc. via the message board / group profile.
If you have any queries, comments or suggestions relating to the group feel free to post to the message board or at the following link: http://www.meetup.com/WorldMusicMeetup/calendar/suggest/
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Germa Adan at 'Listen to the World'St Ethelburga's Centre for Reconciliation and Peace Venue, London
TICKETS: from £7 and free for refugees and asylum seekers
Please book tickets by clicking on this link.We are delighted to welcome GERMA ADAN to this month's Listen to the World!
Germa, a talented musician, draws inspiration from her Haitian roots, crafting music that transcends borders. Her journey from Haiti to the US and now the UK shapes her art with a strong sense of identity. Known for her storytelling and social consciousness, Germa blends vocal and stringed harmonies with influences from various folk traditions. Her second album, 'Borderlines & Bloodlines,' released in October 2023, explores themes of ancestry and heritage, draws from inspirational literature, reflecting on the beauty and complexities of Haitian identity. Through her music, Germa invites listeners on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, bridging the gaps between time and culture.
'It sounds unlike anything else out there' - Songlines MagazineAbout Listen to the World
‘Listen to the World’ is a place of live music where the traditions and talents of migrants, refugees and asylum seekers find a home among local artists. A playlist of shorts and other recordings from the Listen to the World programme can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/@StEthelburgasLondon
Co-ordinator: For all questions about Listen to the World or to be added to the mailing list, please contact Jo Winsloe Slater at jo.winsloe@stethelburgas.orgWe are immensely grateful for the support of Arts Council England and Tides Foundation for this programme.
- Alkanna Graeca at 'Listen to the World'St Ethelburga's Centre for Reconciliation and Peace Venue, London
TICKETS: from £7 and free for refugees and asylum seekers
Please book tickets by clicking on this link.Join us for a stunning kalaeidoscope of sound with Alkanna Graeca, a polyphonic vocal trio. Their repertoire breathes new life into centuries-old traditions of the Balkans, Mediterranean, and Black Sea through free improvisation and fresh arrangements. Formed by Irini Arabatzi, Dunja Botic, and Alexandra Achillea, the trio blends influences from folk, jazz, classical, and experimental music to create a sound that is both deeply rooted in their cultural heritage and fearlessly forward-thinking. Alkanna Graeca’s debut EP will be released this winter, marking the beginning of an exciting journey of sonic exploration and cultural celebration.
Musicians
- Irini Arabatzi: vocals
- Alexandra Achillea: vocals
- Dunia Botic: vocals, percussion
About Listen to the World
‘Listen to the World’ is a place of live music where the traditions and talents of migrants, refugees and asylum seekers find a home among local artists. A playlist of shorts and other recordings from the Listen to the World programme can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/@StEthelburgasLondonCo-ordinator: For all questions about Listen to the World or to be added to the mailing list, please contact Jo Winsloe Slater at jo.winsloe@stethelburgas.org
We are immensely grateful for the support of Arts Council England and Tides Foundation for this programme.
