World Music: The Basics

Description

World Music: The Basics gives a concise introduction to popular musical styles found around the world. Organized alphabetically by region and then by country, it provides essential background information on the cultural and musical history of each area. Styles featured include:

• Celtic
• Dijeridou
• Bossa Nova
• Reggae
• Bluegrass

Covering key artists and recordings and with guides to further listening, this is the perfect introduction for the student, scholar or general listener.

Author Bio

Richard Nidel is a world-music enthusiast who booked leading acts into his New York-based club for many years. A lawyer by day, Nidel has written extensively on world music, as well as on his other passion, wine.

Related Subjects

1. Music
2. Ethnomusicology
3. Global Music