World Music: A Global Journey

World Music: A Global Journey, Fourth Edition takes students around the world to experience the diversity of musical expression and cultural traditions. It is known for its breadth in surveying the world's major cultures in a systematic study of world music within a strong pedagogical framework.As one would prepare for any journey, each chapter starts with background preparation, reviewing the historical, cultural, and musical overview of the region. Visits to multiple "sites" within a region provide in-depth studies of varied musical traditions. Music analysis begins with an experiential "first impression" of the music, followed by an "aural analysis" of the sound and prominent musical elements. Finally, students are invited to consider the cultural connections that give the music its meaning and life.Fourth Edition features:New sites!Plena from Puerto RicoChuida from ChinaGagaku from Japan has returned from the Second EditionNew "Inside Look" features spotlight distinguished ethnomusicologists such as Dr. Terence Liu, K.S. Resni, Dr. Sumarsam, Dr. Mick Moloney, Walter Mahovlich, Natalie MacMaster, and Gilbert VelezAddition of DANCE, inseparable to musical expression in some culturesUpdates as needed, resulting from various changes in culture, politics, and warNew and revised test questions, new photos, and other revised resourcesThe dynamic companion website hosts interactive listening guides plus many student and instructor resources. A set of three CDs is available, either in the hardcover or paperback packages or as a stand-alone purchase. PURCHASING OPTIONSPrint Paperback Pack - Book and CD set: 9781138911277Print Hardback Pack - Book and CD set: 9781138911284Print Paperback - Book only: 9781138911314Audio CD: 9781138697805eBook Pack - eBook and mp3 file: 9781315692791**For eBook users, please email ebooksupplementaryrequests@tandf.co.uk with proof of purchase to obtain access to the mp3 audio compilation. An access code and instructions will be provided. (The mp3 audio compilation is not available for separate sale.)