Chinese pipa virtuoso Gao Hong and Indian multi-instrumentalist Baluji Shrivastav OBE unite their rich musical traditions in a cross-cultural collaboration that shines with emotional depth. Alongside Yousef Ali Khan on tabla, Baluji's expressive Indian raags provide a spacious foundation for Gao's intuitive improvisations - at times echoing his motifs, at others soaring freely.

Ahmed Mukhtar on oud and Ignacio Lusardi Monteverde on flamenco guitar explore the entwined musical traditions of their two cultures. The compositions unfold as an elegant dialogue between the two instruments, weaving intricate melodies and rhythmic subtleties that echo centuries of cultural exchange. Through Al-hambra, they create a space where the voices of the oud and guitar converse as equals, bridging time and tradition with a grace that feels both timeless and innovative.

Rooted in the Mandinka idea that history and ancestry shape identity and guide the future, Tona reflects on Kadialy Kouyate's rich heritage as a Kouyate griot and his distinctive style of kora playing, shaped via his life history thus far. With gratitude for the past and optimism for the future, Kadialy continues to refine his artistry, weaving tradition with personal expression.

Tel ve Ten is the debut album by Ozan Baysal. Discover the diverse sounds of the double-necked baglama, a modified Turkish instrument which has evolved from the traditional Anatolian baglama style, selpe. Featuring improvisations, original compositions and arrangements of traditional Anatolian melodies.

This new release is a fine collection of romantic, delicately woven, traditional instrumental melodies featuring the Swedish nyckelharpa, supported by harp, guitar, cittern, fiddle, viola, and cello. Tunes from Ireland, Scotland, Nova Scotia, Sweden and more are featured. (ARC Music)

Renowned Greek composer Michalis Terzis has spearheaded this project, which features beautiful Greek songs which are both original compositions from Terzis or his arrangements of traditional folk melodies. The finest Greek singers perform these tunes, including George Dalaras, Dimitra Galani, Glykeria, Anna Vissi, and Niki Valsami. Included in this release is an extensive informative booklet with information on the artists and the songs.

This sixteen-track collection, Gaelic Scotland, features traditional Gaelic songs from the Isle of Skye and other areas of Scotland. Performers include the band Cliar, Blair Douglas (Runrig), Iain MacKay, Maeve MacKinnon and the late Ishbel MacAskill. The instruments to be heard are many: fiddles, bagpipes, clarsach (harp), concertina, guitar, dulcimer, whistle, flute, percussion and others. The accompanying booklet includes the original lyrics in Gaelic with translations into English and German, as well as information about the songs and the musicians.

Magic of the Greek Bouzouki contains popular songs and rhythms from the Greek islands including Cyprus and across all the regions of Greece, expressing the identity of Greeks all over the world.

Journey of the Scottish Pipes

Didjeridu Vibrations: Tjilatjila

Acar, Dursan: Music of Kurdistan

Hafla - Bellydance Party

Rolando Sanchez and Salsa Hawaii Band: Salsa

Christmas and Winter Songs from Ireland

Features a moving collection of famous tangos by world famous tango composers like Piazzolla, Gardel and Le Pera.