Bhangra is a popular style of dance perfomed to music that combines traditional drumming with modern Western instruments and rhythms.

Jan 8, 2007 - Anuradha Muralidharan

Listen to the passions portrayed in classical Russian folk music. A Russian chorus, Miley Balakirev and the Russian Orthodox Church offer exquisite choices.

Jul 8, 2010 - Donna Pravel

One of the most recognized songs of all Italian folklore music, the Tarantella is a staple of traditional Italian weddings where all guests are encouraged to join in.

Nov 18, 2009 - Michelle Aveyard

What would an Indian wedding be without song and dance? Regardless if baraat, sangeet or the wedding reception, Indian pop music and bhangra tunes are always present.

Feb 20, 2009 - Simone Preuss

Learn about the origin and rise of this fun and popular dance style

Oct 6, 2010 - Sarah E. Rogers

Learn about the Philippine national dance called tinikling and how this unique activity can enrich a child's cultural knowledge and physical health.

Feb 19, 2011 - Katrena Wells

Since its humble beginnings in Maleny in 1987, Woodford Folk Festival has grown into one of Australia's most important cultural and arts events.

Dec 17, 2011 - Jasmine Crittenden

"Sheila Ki Jawani" and "Munni Badnaam Hui" are some of the recent top Bollywood hit songs; rapper Hard Kaur has given Indian soundtracks a western touch.

Jun 19, 2011 - Simone Preuss

Contra or country line dancing is a type of folk dance in lines with ever-changing partners that dates back to 17th century France and traditional English country dances.

Jan 29, 2010 - Victoria Anisman-Reiner

Norway is home to "Fanitullen" and instruments like the hardanger fiddle. Edvard Grieg's music is Norwegian and "Ride of the Valykyries" was inspired there.

Jul 26, 2010 - Donna Pravel

American folk music history and ethnomusicology include indigenous cultures. Native American, jazz, Tejano, Cajun, and African gospel music are integral.

Jul 30, 2010 - Donna Pravel

The Native American Indian culture is alive and colorful, but nuances of it are often unknown by others.

Dec 3, 2009 - Paula Marie Deubel

St. Simons Island, off the coast of Georgia, for eons had been the home of the Creek Indians. Then in 1540 the Spanish invaded this Indian paradise and attempted to Chris

Mar 27, 2006 - Mary Trotter Kion

The beautiful Blue Peafowl, often simply called the peacock, originated in India. We are learning more about its natural history, habitat, feeding, and breeding habits.

Nov 29, 2007 - Rosemary Drisdelle

Remember the Indian hit movie Monsoon Wedding? Find out how much truth and fiction there is to Indian weddings.

Dec 22, 2008 - Simone Preuss

As pioneers arrived and settled in Oregon, they usurped the Indian tribes and their traditional trails, causing discontent which led to a two-day skirmish.

Feb 18, 2011 - Lynne Thompson

Ottawa sets control of the First Nations with amendments to the Indian Act.

Oct 25, 2009 - Barbara Martin

Dhanteras marks the first day of the five-day long Diwali festival and Goddess Laxmi is worshipped for prosperity and well being and is of importance to the trading class

Oct 18, 2009 - Shanti Mahadevan