Lei Day

Africa Day

May 25th is Africa Day! This week on Take Note learn about two of Africa's premiere musicologists, Akin Euba and J. H. Kwabena Nketia.

Luilak

May 23rd is Luilak, a Dutch holiday designed to energize the lazy.  Learn about this clangorous celebration this week on Take Note.

San Isidro's Feast Day

This week on Take Note we celebrate San Isidro’s Feast Day, a Catholic celebration that originated in Seville.  We learn about Mozarabs and the history of Mozarabic chant.

Kodomo-no-hi

On May 5th we celebrate children with Kodomo-no-hi, a Japanese holiday. Learn about the koinobori and its musical companion this week on Take Note.

Lei Day

In Hawaii, May 1st is Lei Day, a time to celebrate the Aloha spirit and honor Native Hawaiian traditions. In this episode, learn about hapa haole music and how to let it inspire you to discover the authentic music of Hawaii.