Excursions in World Music
- ISBN-10
- 1317350308
- ISBN-13
- 9781317350309
- Series
- Excursions in World Music
- Category
- Music
- Pages
- 464
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2015-08-27
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Authors
- Bruno Nettl, Thomas Turino, Isabel Wong
Description
Explore the relationship between music and society around the world This comprehensive introductory text creates a panoramic experience for beginner students by exposing them to the many musical cultures around the globe. Each chapter opens with a musical encounter in which the author introduces a key musical culture. Through these experiences, students are introduced to key musical styles, musical instruments, and performance practices. Students are taught how to actively listen to key musical examples through detailed listening guides. The role of music in society is emphasized through chapters that focus on key world cultural groups.
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