world music
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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He became one of the most convincing early proponents of the world music movement, readily fitting in tabla with flamenco as well as with African, Indonesian , Afro-Cuban, you-name-it drumming.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 12, 2025
A prolific musician, Jack DeJohnette also released numerous solo albums, blending jazz, world music, and sound experiments.
From Barron's • Oct. 27, 2025
"The UK remains a world music power, but this status cannot be taken for granted," said Dr Twist.
From BBC • Dec. 30, 2024
The inaugural nominees - who would previously have slugged it out in the world music category - include Nigerian stars Burna Boy, Asake, Ayra Starr and Davido, alongside breakout South African singer Tyla.
From BBC • Feb. 3, 2024
I watched soccer, cartoons, music shows featuring British boy bands, and world music from Ireland, America, Burundi.
From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana
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