“This is really cool!,” exclaimed a fifth-grader, taking his seat for a student matinee of “Mwindo” at Seattle Children’s Theatre. One could share his enthusiasm for the terrific scenic design on ...

Stephanie Mitchum talks about her new book African American Folk Healing, which explores the traditions and art of black American home remedies. Now to the art of folkways and a little pop quiz. True ...

Traditional African musical sounds and songs are under threat today. More than 50 years after the end of official colonial rule, the legacy of colonialism continues to sideline many traditional ...

Folk music is a traditional genre that reflects the culture, stories, and history of a community, passed down through generations, often featuring acoustic instruments and simple melodies. African ...

Flagler College and the Crisp-Ellert Art Museum announce a new exhibition, "The Object Tells a Story: African-American Folk Art from Florida," on display through Feb. 28 at the Crisp-Elleter Art ...

African folk music goes mainstream Link Copied! North African "Rai" music was born a century ago in Algeria, out of a progressive social movement. Today, this folk music is gaining a global audience, ...