Book Description:
“Explore global music traditions with ‘World Music: A Global Journey, 5th Edition’ by Terry E. Miller and Andrew Shahriari. Delve into musical cultures across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Includes extensive digital resources. ISBN: 978-0367423155.”
World Music: A Global Journey, 5th Edition
- Title: World Music: A Global Journey, 5th Edition
- Author: Terry E. Miller and Andrew Shahriari
- ISBN-13: 978-0367423155
- Publisher: AML Press
Description: World Music: A Global Journey, 5th Edition offers an in-depth exploration into the expansive world of global music. This edition provides a comprehensive look at the musical traditions of continents such as Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Readers will uncover the roles music play in cultural rituals, ceremonies, and daily life across different societies. They will also learn about the instruments, rhythms, and melodies that are unique to each cultural soundscape.
The book is enriched with the latest trends in world music and includes interactive exercises along with extensive online resources to improve learning outcomes. This makes it an invaluable tool not only for students and educators but also for anyone with a keen interest in the subject. Additionally, the detailed glossary and index further enhance its utility as a comprehensive educational resource. Authored by noted ethnomusicologists with extensive field experience, this text is an indispensable guide for delving into and understanding the eclectic world of music.