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Lay Garcia: "Rap from the ghetto to the world"
Meet 17-year-old musician Lay Garcia, who uses her art to transform the lives of her community.
Why Maria Callas is still the greatest diva ever
Maria Callas, who was born 100 years ago, was the voice of the century and the embodiment of passion.
Malawi's guitar clinic gets musicians back on track
When Malawians have a broken guitar they turn to Blessings Chilunga, one of the country's best best guitar makers.
An evening of music against antisemitism
Igor Levit put together a concert to break the silence over a lack sympathy for rising antisemitism in Germany.
Berliner Philharmonie concert hall turns 60
The Berliner Philharmonie is Hans Scharoun's masterpiece. Sixty years later, DW finds out why it was so shocking.
Death at Taylor Swift concert: How organizers deal with heat
After the death of a 23-year-old fan, DW looks at how organizers of large events handle extreme heat and supply water.
Madagascar's fashion maverick fusing music and style
Musician and designer Sacha Bam Bam is known for her flamboyant style.
DW documentary gets first International Emmy nomination
"Music under the Swastika" looks at how classcial music saved the life of Jewish cellist Anita Lasker-Wallfisch.
Swift postpones Rio concerts, 'devastated' by fan's death
During Taylor Swift's show in Rio de Janeiro, a fan fell ill in the sweltering heat and later died at the hospital.
Afrimaxx - Modern African Lifestyle
Breaking the glass ceiling in Kenya, Namibia’s first opera, and the best things to do in Zanzibar.
Namibia's first opera
Eslon Hindundu is the composer and conductor of Namibia's first ever opera.
Legendary singer-actor Barbra Streisand publishes memoirs
Now in her 80s, the superstar still sees herself as the girl next door, as she releases her memoir "My Name is Barbra."
Barbra Streisand: A life in pictures
Barbra Streisand has released her long-awaited memoir, "My Name is Barbra."
Solo for oboe: Cristina Gómez Godoy
Cristina Gómez Godoy is a virtuoso on an instrument that is difficult to master.
Radiant cellist Sol Gabetta
A captivating stage presence and a warm sound – the extraordinary cellist from Argentina.
The Rheingau Music Festival 2023
A classical music special with star cellist Sol Gabetta, and an "Italian Night" in a monastery.
Kyiv's Techno scene rebuilds - Reconstruction, to the beats
They are young, they love music and they are living in a time of war.
The female violinist to revolutionize Taraab music
Neema Surrie is a true pioneer, who is revolutionizing the male dominated world of Taarab music.
Afghan musicians in exile in Portugal
The Taliban's music ban forced an entire Afghan youth orchestra into exile in Portugal.
Esther Abrami: Violinist and social media star
Musician Esther Abrami cleverly mixes classical music and social media, bringing classical music to a younger audience.
Pakistan's music industry hit by economic crisis
Music producers and recording artists in the South Asian country are feeling the effects of spiraling concert prices.
Talking about life through music
In this episode of DW Festival Concert, we'll hear performances from the 2023 Beethovenfest in Bonn.
Music really does make our hearts beat as one
A novel study out of Switzerland and Germany shows human beings, under certain conditions, can synchronize biologically.
300 years of Johann Sebastian Bach
In this episode of DW Festival Concert, we'll hear music from Leipzig's celebration of 300 years of Bach.
Germany: Nationwide raids target neo-Nazi music scene
Police conducted raids across the Germany as well on the Spanish island of Mallorca.
Inspiring music from France
In the first episode of DW Festival Concert, we take you on a musical journey with some interesting French composers.
Music unites Israelis, Palestinians in Berlin
Hamas attacked Israel just before a new semester at the Barenboim-Said Academy, where Israelis and Arabs study together.
The Beatles, beat music and East Germany
A new book describes the GDR regime's ambivalent relationship with beat music.
Rolling Stones are back with new album 'Hackney Diamonds'
Legendary English rock band The Rolling Stones release their first album in almost two decades. Here's what critics say.
Sydney Opera House celebrates 50th anniversary
Sydney's iconic venue marks its 50th anniversary this October. Here are some facts and figures about the building.
The German Music Council: A unique institution turns 70
The largest national umbrella organisation for music is a driving force in Germany's flourishing musical landscape.
How Spotify & Co. use AI to transform entertainment
Music streaming services are using AI to create podcasts in your language and the music you like.
Iconic concert halls: Monuments to music
The Berlin Philharmonie opened 60 years ago. It marked the beginning of a new era of modern buildings for music.
Songs of resistance - Afghan musicians in exile
After the Taliban banned music in Afghanistan, the Afghan Youth Orchestra fled and plays in exile.
Tanzanian musicians draw government's ire for critical songs
Tanzanian rapper Emmanuel Elibariki's song "'Amkeni" challenges the government — it has been banned for "incitement."
The first Black woman to conduct and own an orchestra
Being the youngest Black woman to lead an orchestra is not enough for South African trailblazer Ofentse Pitse.
Witnesses reveal horror of Hamas attack on festival
DW traveled to the site of the music festival that was attacked by militant Islamist Hamas, leaving hundreds dead.
Israel: Music festival act manager recalls Hamas massacre
Talent manager Raz Gaster describes his escape from the music festival in Israel where at least 260 people were killed.
Rapping for real change in The Gambia
A Gambian rapper is using his popularity to try and get a million trees planted in his home country.
Eyewitness recounts Hamas attack on Israeli music festival
DW speaks with Omri Ben Shushan, who was at the Supernova festival and escaped the attackers by hiding for six hours.
A melting pot of music and cultures at Beethovenfest Bonn
Young Afghan, Iranian and German musicians come together to make music without borders.
What makes a language 'beautiful' (or not)?
You probably have an opinion on which language is the 'most beautiful.' And you're probably (objectively) wrong.
Global Teen: South Africa
Siya lives in Soweto and would like to go into politics or music. He also loves Paris and fashion.
Making classical music more diverse
Britain’s Chineke! Orchestra is made up of a majority of black musicians.
A venue like no other: The Sphere in Las Vegas
One of the world's most unique entertainment venues has just opened its doors with a concert by Irish rock band U2.
Tiny House Concerts: Episode 5
Steven Walter of the Beethovenfest Bonn invites stars to discuss and make music. Ep 5: Anna-Lena Elbert.
Berlin State Opera: Thielemann succeeds Barenboim as maestro
The Berlin State Opera has a new maestro. Christian Thielemann will succeed star conductor Daniel Barenboim.
Meet the master of Nigeria’s neo soul wave
Jable Osai, known as Ogranya, is a remarkably talented musician gradually making his mark on the global music scene.
Iranian singer finds voice in Germany
The Iranian singer Samin Ghorbani has had to leave Iran to be able to sing classical Iranian music.
Denmark: An orchestra with dogs
A Copenhagen orchestra is casting musical four-legged friends. Their job is to bark on beat.
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