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Indonesian children playing gamelan after school. (Yayah Khisbiyah)

Making a Difference Through the Arts

Special report on expanding US links with Muslim-majority countries.

 
Former Houston Ballet star Li Cunxin discusses his journey from an impoverished childhood in China to the pinnacle of his artistic profession in Houston on Aug. 1, 2010. Li was in his former hometown to promote a new movie based on his bestselling memoir Mao’s Last Dancer. (Jeff Fantich Photography)

From Peasant Boy to Ballet Star

Li Cunxin, "Mao's Last Dancer," recounts his extraordinary story prior to the launch of a new film based on his life.

 
Abida Parveen in concert. (Jack Vartoogian)

New York Sufi Music Festival

The 1st New York Sufi Music Festival brings Abida Parveen and other legendary performers to New York.

 
Highlights from the Gundecha Brothers performance at Asia Society New York on May 8, 2010. (3 min., 59 sec.)

In Concert: North India's Spiritual Emissaries

The Gundecha Brothers keep India's traditional Dhrupad music alive and well in the 21st century.