World Music CONCISE

A Global Journey

Terry E. Miller, Andrew Shahriari

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Routledge
06 October 2023

World music

World Music CONCISE: A Global Journey, Third Edition, explores the diversity of musical expression around the world, taking students across the globe to experience cultural traditions that challenge the ear, the mind, and the spirit. Based on the Fifth Edition of World Music: A Global Journey, this Third CONCISE Edition maintains the text’s familiar travel theme and strong pedagogical framework to serve as an introduction to the many and varied world music traditions, condensing the number of travel ""sites"" from 69 to 44. These sites are carefully selected from the existing compilation to be representative of all continents and regions.

Features

Easy-to-follow chapter structure, organized by geographic region Listening Guides, detailed maps, and hundreds of colorful photos Coverage of an eclectic blend of world musics, including both popular and traditional music A robust companion website with audio examples, flashcards, quizzes, and video links—ideal for online coursework

Used in classrooms around the globe, World Music: A Global Journey is an internationally acclaimed and best-selling textbook with a student-friendly approach. This Third CONCISE Edition is a fundamental resource for exploring world music and culture.

By: Terry E. Miller, Andrew Shahriari
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 3rd edition
Dimensions: Height: 254mm, Width: 203mm,
Weight: 1.320kg
ISBN: 9781032265612
ISBN 10: 1032265612
Pages: 350
Publication Date: 06 October 2023
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Terry E. Miller is Professor Emeritus of Ethnomusicology at Kent State University and specializes in the musics of Thailand and Laos. He co-edited the Garland Encyclopedia of World Music volume on Southeast Asia. Andrew Shahriari is Professor of Ethnomusicology at Kent State University, as well as Coordinator of Online Courses and Graduate Studies in the School of Music. He is author of Popular World Music, Second Edition, also by Routledge.