Our World Music Month blog post recognizes the annual event Fête de la Musique, also known as International Music Day or World Music Day. Here, we highlight its history, explore our current exhibit, and upcoming Rhode Island-based music events.
History of World Music Day
It came into fruition in France in 1982 by the Ministrere de la Culture (Ministry of Culture), Jack Lang, and composer Maurice Fleuret. The vision was to dedicate a day to free and live music, allowing musicians of all backgrounds to perform amongst diverse communities. Today, World Music Day is embraced by several countries across many cultures, exposing the versatility and craftsmanship of musicians everywhere.
On Display
Keep reading to see a sample of what we have on display!
CDs
The Best of Gladys Knight & the Pips- Gladys Knight & the Pips
Asian Beat Box: Bhangra, Bollywood, India, Asian Underground
Live!- Bob Marley & the Wailers, I-Three
Africa : 50 Years of Music : 50 Years of Independence = Afrique : 50 Ans de Musique : 50 Ans D'indepéndances - Artists include Miriam Makeba, Fela Kuti, Youssou N'Dour, Franco, Cheb Khaled, Cesaria Evora, Mulatu Astatke, Salif Keita, Manu Dibango and Oum Kalsoum.
Abbey Road- The Beatles
Books
Kendrick Lamar and the Making of Black Meaning by Christopher M. Driscoll, Anthony B. Pinn, and Monica R. Miller
Music in China: Experiencing Music, Expressing Culture by Fredrick Lau
Me by Elton John
Nothin’ to Lose: The Making of KISS (1972- 1975) by Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, & Ken Sharp
Music in Brazil: Experiencing Music, Expressing Culture by John P. Murphy
Rhode Island Music Events
We’ve curated a list of upcoming events, in Rhode Island, that’ll give you the opportunity to jam out loud with your colleagues, friends and loved ones.
Providence: PVD World Music Institute is a research center dedicated to promoting the musical traditions and arts of African refugees and immigrants in Rhode Island
Providence: Caribbean American Heritage Festival Rhode Island
Providence: PVDFest 2024 & Performing Arts Education
Charlestown: Rhythm & Roots Festival
Newport: Annual Newport Jazz Festival and Newport Folk Festival
Any questions? Comments? Did we miss your favorite book or album? Reach out to us at library@bryant.edu.