World Music SA
Music is the one language that we all understand!
Adelaide's musical heartbeat echoes globally, enriching South Australia with its UNESCO City of Music status. This vibrant culture spans genres, embraces history, and reaches international audiences.
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From festivals to recordings, our goals remain steadfast: excite, create, inform, and showcase diverse global rhythms. We aim to spark curiosity and appreciation for world music.
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Music unites, fosters understanding, and brings joy. It speaks a universal language, connecting people across cultures. Building on WOMADelaide's success, World Music SA works tirelessly to infuse Adelaide with global sounds year-round, creating a continuous celebration of musical diversity.​​
Bootleg Crush @ Casablabla
Bootleg Crush celebrates the richness of Latin music. And showcase the vibrant musical landscape.
• From the early 30s and 40s barrios of New York - the Cha-cha-cha, Salsa, Mambo, Boogaloo.
• Cuba - Son and Guaguanco.
• Colombia - Cumbia, Salsa
• Venezuelan & Puerto Rican - Salsa.
• Dominican Republic - Merengue.
• And also the newest Latin genres such as the Bachata (Dominican Republic) and Reggaeton
(Puerto Rico).
Cartel Afinke @ Encuentro
Encuentro: Meet. Taste. Celebrate is a vibrant multicultural evening that celebrates the rich flavours, traditions, and artistic expression of Latin America in South Australia.
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Join us for a unique experience where wine, culture, music, and gastronomy come together to create a welcoming space for connection and celebration. The event features curated wine tastings showcasing three iconic grape varieties — Carmenere, Merlot, and Malbec — with featured selections from Gaston Bravo Wines and Lloyd Brothers.
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To complement the tasting, a diverse selection of Latin American food and handcrafted goods will be available from local vendors. We are thrilled to confirm that My Food Bar and Antojitos Latinos will be on-site serving up delicious, authentic bites.
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Throughout the night, guests will enjoy live music, cultural performances, and artistic showcases representing both traditional and contemporary Latin American culture. Our full performance line-up is being finalised and will be announced shortly!
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Designed to be inclusive and community-focused, Encuentro invites people from all backgrounds to meet, taste, and celebrate without borders.
Current Featured Partners:
Wineries: Gaston Bravo Wines, Lloyd Brothers
Food Trucks: My Food Bar, Antojitos Latinos