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Pepper's Pow Wow
Pepper's Pow Wow
Category: World Music
A captivating portrait of the life and influence of Native American jazz saxophone pioneer Jim Pepper.
The Girl from Ipanema
The Girl from Ipanema
Category: World Music
It's one of the most famous songs in the world. The actual "Girl From Ipanema" introduces a delightful exploration of the life and times of the musicians who created Bossa Nova and their musical legacy.
Paradisolife: Femi Kuti and the Positive Force
Paradisolife: Femi Kuti and the Positive Force
Category: World Music
Highlights of a dynamic live performance by Nigeria's Afropop superstar Femi Kuti. Sharing the bill is Malian singer Salif Keita and Madagascar's accordion virtuoso, Regis Gizavo.
From the Heart of the Masters
From the Heart of the Masters
Category: World Music
A performance documentary about the collaboration between legendary jazz drummer Jack DeJohnette and virtuoso Ghanaian kora player Foday Musa Suso.
Marc and Ann
Marc and Ann
Category: World Music
A musical portrait of Marc and Ann Savoy, Cajun musicians who are dedicated to the preservation and continuance of Cajun culture.
Miriam Makeba
Miriam Makeba
Category: World Music
South African singer Miriam Makeba recounts the trials, tribulations and triumphs of her long career. The film also documents past and recent performances showing the diva to be still in fine voice.
The Devil's Accordion
The Devil's Accordion
Category: World Music
A profile of 93-year-old Pancho Rada, Columbia's most famous accordion player. The film features his reminiscences and lots of great music.
Vis à Vis: Johnny Clegg and Idir
Vis à Vis: Johnny Clegg and Idir
Category: World Music
North and South Africa unite as musicians Idir and Johnny Clegg share their music and their experiences.
Nordic Roots Festival 2006
Nordic Roots Festival 2006
Category: World Music
This program is a guide to some of the top acts in Nordic music today. Artists include: Väsen, Gjallarhorn, Maria Kalaniemi, Loituma, Swåp, and Hoven Droven, all in live performance.
The Highland Sessions
The Highland Sessions
Category: World Music
Stars of Celtic music explore the historical links between Scottish and Irish Gaelic song in this musical series.
The Bridge of Bosnian Blues
The Bridge of Bosnian Blues
Category: World Music
The story of Mostar Sevdah, a multi-ethnic band which formed out of the ashes of Mostar, the Bosnian city devastated by the war in the '90s.
The Underground Orchestra
The Underground Orchestra
Category: World Music
A glorious documentary profile of a group of ragtag bohemian musicians who play on the sidewalks of Paris and in the Metro.
You, Africa!
You, Africa!
Category: World Music
A fascinating documentary follows legendary Senegalese singer Youssou N'Dour on a groundbreaking 1994 tour of nine West African nations.
Susana Baca: Memoria Viva
Susana Baca: Memoria Viva
Category: World Music
A moving portrait of Peruvian singer, Susana Baca, who has become an international cultural ambassador for Afro-Peruvian music.
The Art of Amalia
The Art of Amalia
Category: World Music
A comprehensive retrospective of the life and music of Amalia Rodrigues, the world renowned Portuguese fado singer.