Global Notes: WOMEX 2015

Global Notes: WOMEX 2015
Global Notes: WOMEX 2015

Global Notes: WOMEX 2015

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WOMEX 2015, one the most important gathering of international music professionals (2500 delegates from 90 countries) just wrapped up. This year the event was held in Budapest. This 21st edition of WOMEX showcased more than 60 musical acts from 50 countries and was the first edition to be held in Central Eastern Europe. Our far-flung music correspondent, Catalina Maria Johnson (host and producer of Beat Latino, which airs on Vocalo) visits Worldview to share some of her favorite tunes and moments from WOMEX 2015. (Photo: Shivani Ahlowalia of Alo Wala. Photo courtesy of Catalina Maria Johnson)