Chicago's World Music Festival offers 10 days of traditional, contemporary
By Jacky Runice |
Where else can you hear Saharan desert rhythms from Mali, high energy gypsy sounds from Romania and a blend of African music and contemporary R&B from Madagascar? All kinds of artists will perform at Chicago's World Music Festival, featuring 10 days of traditional and contemporary music from cultures across the world. The festival lineup features more than 50 events that are a mix of free and ticketed concerts presented at venues throughout Chicago. There will be a special three-day tribute to the arts and culture of India with a free concert opening night featuring Zakir Hussain, a classical tabla virtuoso.
Event times and venues vary, Tuesday, Sept. 21, to Thursday, Sept. 30. For a complete lineup, visit WorldMusicFestivalChicago.org or call (312) 742.1938