Center for World Music Email Format
Performing ArtsCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
The Center for World Music, founded in 1963, is based in San Diego, California, and operates within the performing arts sector. It advances intercultural understanding by providing in-depth encounters with world performing arts traditions through educational outreach, performances, and cultural programs abroad. The organization supports traditional artists by connecting them with performance opportunities and organizing tours and festivals. Its San Diego–area offerings include a school-based program that engages students with music and dance from around the world, and a long-running Odissi dance program in North County. Beyond the local scene, it sponsors concerts and festivals in major U.S. cities and abroad, featuring respected musicians and coordinating tours. The center seeks to promote cross-cultural understanding, communication, and healing through the performing arts traditions of East and West.