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15/05/2012

The best of the world's arts, film, music and literature brought to you every day.

Presented by Anna McNamee.

On today's programme: Yo Soy!, Angolan Art and Susheela Rahman.

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18 minutes

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Wed 16 May 201208:32GMT
BBC World Service Online

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Chapters

  • Yo Soy!

    Peru's popular TV talent show is where contestants compete to best imitate their musical heroes. We hear from one of the favourites who sounds like a famous late frontman from Seattle.

    Duration: 05:57

  • Helga Gamboa

    It wasn't until she moved to the UK, that the Angolan artist discovered the indigenous pottery of her birthplace, and now her own pottery is being shown in an exhibition celebrating the art of Angola.

    Duration: 06:00

  • Susheela Raman

    Mercury nominated British Tamil performer, Susheela's latest project is a collaboration with Pakistani Qawals blending her western influences with religious devotional songs.

    Duration: 05:31

Broadcasts

  • Tue 15 May 201214:32GMT
    BBC World Service Online
  • Tue 15 May 201222:32GMT
    BBC World Service Online
  • Wed 16 May 201202:32GMT
    BBC World Service Online
  • Wed 16 May 201208:32GMT
    BBC World Service Online