Highlights from WOMAD

Lopa Kothari presents her favourite moments from this year’s edition of WOMAD Festival. The UK's iconic celebration of world and roots music returned in July 2026, after a year's hiatus, boasting a new home at Neston Park near Chippenham. Diving between the Sunflower Tent, the Village Stage and the Main Stage, Music Planet's highlights show includes live recordings from Colombian trio La Perla’s first UK performance as well as words and music from Walmatjarri singer-songwriter Kangawa Nagarra. Plus, highlights and surprises straight from the festival grounds.

Produced by Silvia Malnati
A Reduced Listening production for BBC Radio 3.

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