World Music

The polymath percussionist and his pancultural octet offer a master class on intuitive music-making.

Fela Kuti’s son extends his father’s legacy, while creating his own.

The sitar virtuoso returns to the Bay Area in July. She shares stories of her fabled upbringing, finding her own path, and her efforts to support refugees.

The 36th San Francisco Jazz Festival offers a diverse range of musical acts from all walks of jazz life.

Michael Morgan’s unusual program was inspired by Native American music.

Meet the local exponents of the Brazilian genre that captivated Heitor Villa-Lobos, among others.

The renowned oudist and singer shares the stage with his talented sons but can’t shake the limelight.

Eloquent choreography and music without borders energize a timeless love tale from Azerbaijan.

The world’s best-known cellist celebrates collaboration in a new film: The Music of Strangers: Yo-Yo Ma and the Silk Road Ensemble. He discusses the film with SFCV.