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Six bellringers just completed a grueling three-hour "marathon" in Queensland, ringing a rare set of peace bells in their first-ever full peal. The achievement at Bundaberg's War Memorial Bell Tower took 5,040 pattern changes and honored 80 years of history.
Musicians in Azerbaijan are sharing centuries-old musical traditions with modern audiences through international festivals. UNESCO-recognized art forms mugham and ashiq are thriving as performers honor the past while creating connections today.
A centuries-old folk music tradition from rural northeastern Thailand is captivating Bangkok's urban crowds, transforming from stereotyped "country music" into the city's hottest cultural trend. The migration story behind Molam's rise reveals how millions of Isan workers brought their heartbeat to Thailand's capital.
Ancient Egypt meets modern opera as archaeologist Zahi Hawass unveils a three-year labor of love bringing King Tutankhamun's story to the stage. The premiere blends Italy's classical music tradition with Egypt's rich history for a global audience.