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Cape Verde's women musicians keep Cesária Évora's legacy alive

NPR | By Ricci Shryock

Published July 22, 2026 at 3:58 PM EDT

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From Cesária Évora to a new generation of performers, women are keeping Cape Verde's music alive and thriving on the world stage.