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The transcontinental sound of this acoustic violin-guitar duo will transport you from a tranquil, meditative walk along exotic shores to sophisticated European cafés in this dual album of cross-genre instrumental compositions by Chi Saito of The P......

Italian music played on the accordion. 15 MP3 Songs in this album (46:08) ! Related styles: WORLD: Mediterranean, WORLD: World Traditions Details: Emilio Magnotta is a very talented and young accordion player. He began playing the accordion w......

This CD was recorded in Juneau, AK in April of 2008. Being home brought out the music and joy in me. The songs are ones that can bring joy, life and spirit to your listening. 11 MP3 Songs in this album (44:24) ! Related styles: WORLD: Aboriginal,......

An album of art music based on folk and street music. You''ll find an ecclectic mix of influences--classical, jazz, blues, tango-- on this gorgeously orchestrated, lyrical yet funky album that features composers as varied as Leadbelly and Astor Pi......

Carnatic, Ghanaian and jazz traditions from the brain of one who has spent years traveling to, playing with and studying those traditions. Original music for original people. I loathe these blurbs as much the next person ;) 12 MP3 Songs in this a......

Mystic Christmas elevates you into the heart of the holiday with magical, Celtic-inspired vocal and instrumental arrangements of traditional carols and original tunes. 12 MP3 Songs in this album (57:48) ! Related styles: WORLD: Celtic, SPIRITUAL:......

Going beyond traditional musical and cultural boundaries, John Singer''s Naked Vision is a collaboration of his Shakuhachi music with that of other master musicians including Zakir Hussain (tablas), R. Carlos Nakai (Native American flute), Aenea K......

Rising Gael''s newest release showcases their signature neo-traditional, Celtic hybrid style which combines traditional Irish/Scottish influences with contemporary and original music. 16 MP3 Songs in this album (52:12) ! Related styles: WORLD: Ce......

A new work of Classical Persian Music, Hossein Omoumi formed the Ensemble as the foremost research and performance source of Iranian music, featuring many superb musicians in their own right like Madjid Khaladj., 14 MP3 Songs in this album (43:27......

Intricate, virtuosic interpretations of Argentine tangos on flute and guitar 11 MP3 Songs in this album (37:11) ! Related styles: LATIN: Tango, WORLD: World Traditions People who are interested in Astor Piazzolla Horacio Salgán should consider ......

A playful collecting of folk songs and dances from all over the world. All dressed up on violin & piano. (Canadian, Spanish, Chinese, Russian & Austrian origins.) 20 MP3 Songs in this album (44:56) ! Related styles: CLASSICAL: Romantic Era, WORLD......

A nice blend of the triangular, African, Latin and European flavors with a sprinkle of the American spirit. It is Makossa-Funk, it is Afro-Pop. Jean-Pierre Simons brings forth some rhythms from his rich Cameroonian cultural background, such as Mak......

The continuing evolution of the Drummond clan 11 MP3 Songs in this album (45:26) ! Related styles: POP: Pop, WORLD: World Beat Details: Meet TIN DRUM: an ensemble of musicians bringing an invigorating freshness to contemporary music by explori......

Eclectic Jazz drawing from our close listening to each other as we play the music right in the moment of co-creation. 7 MP3 Songs in this album (73:24) ! Related styles: JAZZ: Modern Creative Jazz, WORLD: African- South People who are interested......

Music from Argentina, based on folk roots and rhythms, arranged in a contemporary style for guitar and violoncello. Featuring five of the most important songwriters in the country (Aguirre, Fandermole, Diaz, Ortiz and Zabzuk) 15 MP3 Songs in this......

A joyful collection of traditonal Celtic songs given a contemporary edge. Beautiful vocals, vibrant arrangements and glorious textures, this album features janette''s best loved trad and celtic songs, re-worked with a generous spirit and plenty of......

Cape Verdean Instrumental World Music, Cape Verdean Jazz 10 MP3 Songs in this album (48:17) ! Related styles: WORLD: Afro-Brazilian, JAZZ: World Fusion People who are interested in Stan Getz Horace Silver should consider this download. Detail......

Accessible modern music that is a blend of classical and world music styles, for a variety of guitars with other instruments. 11 MP3 Songs in this album (53:27) ! Related styles: CLASSICAL: Contemporary, WORLD: World Traditions Details: TRAVEL......

A great collection of popular and traditional Israeli songs interpreted in Hebrew and English. Including best sellers as Hellelujah, Hava nagila, Mashiach, Zingarella and many more. Great jewish music for a house party or any happy ocassion. 10 M......

Ray Pereira, Leo Dale and Doug DeVries take the passion and poetry of Brazilian guitar, add a whole truckload of percussion from West Africa and throw in some cool grooves from French heist movies. West African and Brazilian love child jazz. 8 MP......