Read the latest positive news, breakthroughs, and inspiring stories about traditional music, curated daily by BrightWire.
An ancient vocal art once at risk of disappearing is now captivating audiences worldwide through social media, video games, and film. Mongolian throat singer Batzorig Vaanchig is leading the revival of khoomei, inspiring a new generation across continents.
Two musicians are transforming Portugal's cherished fado tradition by singing stories the LGBTQ+ community rarely heard growing up. Fado Bicha blends drag performance with centuries-old melodies to become the representation they wish they'd had.
Master craftsmen across Central Asia are bringing centuries-old instruments back to life, combining historical research with traditional techniques. Young musicians and makers are learning the crafts, keeping musical traditions alive for future generations.
Two musicians are proving an ancient two-string instrument can play Mozart and pack stadiums. Their viral tracks and world tours are bringing Kazakh culture to millions who've never heard a dombra before.
A new generation of musicians in Malaysian Borneo is breathing life back into the sape, a traditional wooden lute once central to ceremonies and storytelling. The challenge now is finding craftspeople willing to learn the painstaking art of making these instruments.
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.
