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Blowing change: Saxophonist Alexander Beets is the driving force behind the World Jazz Network that is building networks worldwide to bolster resilience.
ALEXANDER BEETS

Build music festivals on solid ground

Given the effect of global warming, the future of concerts isn’t speed dating but rather long-term relationships

  • Gwen Ansell
6 min read
In the mix: Mahotella Queens are set to perform in this year’s Womad festival. (Photo by C Brandon/Redferns via Getty Images)
DAN CHIORBOLI

Jiving to pan-African anthems

This year’s Womad maximises mingling and learning with smaller clusters of events

  • Gwen Ansell
6 min read