Celebrating Black History Month, our friends at Batuki Music and Music Africa both have compelling programs taking place this month. On Saturday, explore the musical heritage of Mali with kora master Diely Mori Tounkara at the Alliance Francaise Theatre. Born into a family of griots, he has a wide repertoire of traditional Mandingo pieces. He […]
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New Grooves / Video Memories
It’s that time of the month again – time to hit the dance floor at Round, with a Toronto debut performance we’re really excited about. Vancouver’s DESI SUB CULTURE is descending upon the Market for an east-west rhythm connection. This DELHI 2 DUBLIN side project, and Indo Bass 2 Live crew will throw a great […]
Globetrotter on Ice!
On Saturday, we’re delighted to once again partner with the folks at Harbourfront Centre for another swing around the ol’ ice rink with a DJ Skate Night @ HFC! We take our GLOBETROTTER brand, Toronto’s monthly dance floor collision of world music and DJ culture, to the lakeside with the inimitable DJ medicineman. From Afro-Latin […]
Sexy Sounds for ’17!
Two sweet events to launch us into the new year, starting with sultry Brazilian sounds at the Small World Centre on Friday. In his music, Toronto-based, Bahia, Brazil ex-pat Bruno Capinan confronts the challenges faced by the LGBT community in his homeland. Threads of celebration mix with longing for acceptance via samba, bossa nova, and Tropicália influences. His recent CD, Divina Graça has won praise […]
Solstice Sounds!
Happy winter solstice! It only gets brighter from here! Looking beyond the holidays, our friend Bruno Capinan returns to the Small World Centre on January 6th, for the Toronto launch of his new album ‘Divina Graça’. Based here and in Rio, Bruno already has two records released, with music that blends traditional Brazilian rhythms with a […]
Ancient Waves / Gypsy Brass Pre-Sale!
Some gorgeous sounds to warm up your evening on Friday at the Small World Centre, called the Ancient Waves of the New Age. Inspired by traditions of Greece, Iran and India, this quartet captures the rich diverse culture of our city. Poems of Rumi set to beautiful maqams and raags, explore the common ancestry of these musics […]
Grooving into December / Ticket Giveaway!
We’re looking forward to this weekend’s Globetrotter event. It’s going to be a cracking party, featuring the Toronto debut of two of the buzz acts in global electronica. CloZee is a Toulouse-based producer of ‘glitch-hop’, a quirky post hip-hop electronic sound characterized by funky grooves, syncopated rhythms, world-music instruments and an array of sampled noises. […]
Circling Sounds
The Circle Band plays the Small World Centre Saturday to celebrate its 5th anniversary. It’s a group that’s close to our hearts, as it features Small World’s celebrated sound technician Reza Moghaddas on bass. With four recordings under their collective belt, their music style is a unique combination of Persian poetry with jazz, acoustic rock and Middle […]
Korean Sounds On Stage!
Having been fortunate enough to attend the Asia Pacific Music Meeting in Ulsan recently, I’ve been witness to some of the exciting music coming out of Korea. The country is interested in raising the profile of the innovative artists working there. Coreyah certainly fits the bill, combining traditional instruments with modern approach and attitude. The […]
Passion, Innovation and Ticket Contest!
It’s always a thrill to have the great Oliver Mtukudzi perform. The love that his fans share for him and his music comes through loud and clear! And the party goes on and on… so needless to say, we’re looking forward to Friday night at the Opera House when the great voice of Zimbabwe returns. Join us […]