Excursions in World Music, Sixth Edition

Excursions in World Music, Sixth Edition
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 591
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ISBN-10 : 9781317350293
ISBN-13 : 1317350294
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Book Synopsis Excursions in World Music, Sixth Edition by : Bruno Nettl

Download or read book Excursions in World Music, Sixth Edition written by Bruno Nettl and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2015-09-25 with total page 591 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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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