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Scholars already know that societies present and past, everywhere in the world, make music and move to music because rhythm is largely biological, it’s simple human nature. But the role of culture in this seemingly universal experience is not yet fine-tuned.

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Listen to documentary about impact of COVID-19 on musicians in Nairobi
The COVID-19 pandemic has presented enormous challenges, and a few opportunities, for music professionals around the world.
Music in Africa | November 18, 2022