Music
Iranian regime persecutes love and happiness
Even the little joys of life are spoiled by Iranian officials. Learn how a marriage proposal and "happy" music earned only wrath from the hardliners.
What does it mean when copyrighted works become free?
Copyrighted works dating back to 1923 have now entered the public domain. That's important news for teachers, theater groups and others.
Rock greats await Hall of Fame’s verdict [video]
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's first honorees gave birth to rock, rhythm and blues. New members soon will be announced.
Voice of America’s ‘Music Time in Africa’ spans cultures and genres
"Music Time in Africa," the Voice of America's longest-running show in English, brings African music new and old each week to millions of listeners on the continent and around the globe.
‘Desert blues’ king electrifies music fans [video]
Omara "Bombino" Moctar is the pride of West Africa. Meet the man whose musical passions and Tuareg heritage have made him a rising star.
Here’s a free poster saluting women in music
Grammy Award-winning musician Esperanza Spalding exemplifies women making history in fields that were once nearly exclusively male, like jazz.
Rock’s Hall of Fame announces inductees for 2018 [video]
Bon Jovi, the Moody Blues, Dire Straits, the Cars, and Nina Simone are entering the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Learn what makes these performers stand out.
America celebrates the performing arts with Kennedy Center Honors
Rapper LL Cool J and singer Gloria Estefan were among the performing artists honored by the Kennedy Center and Secretary of State Rex Tillerson.
Decades later, Japan’s gift to Americans is still vibrant
The Kennedy Center’s Terrace Theater, a gift from Japan in 1976, is celebrating its reopening with artwork and performances that pay tribute to the country.