![]() I know my students have appreciated this book over the years." -Richard Cangro, Associate Professor of Music Education, Western Illinois University, "I love this book! Just the right balance of social, cultural, and historical context to make the musics (and their people) come alive. The scope and sequence of the book, along with the guided listening examples, are thoughtfully laid out providing a wealth of information for the eyes, ears, and mind. The text offers systematic guidance for musical novices, detailed analysis for advanced students, and a humanist approach that showcases the people that make the music." -Gavin Douglas, Associate Professor of Ethnomusicology, University of North Carolina, Greensboro "World Music: A Global Journeyby Miller and Shahriari is an excellent resource that provides a solid grounding for students just beginning their world music experience. ![]() Includes wonderfully helpful listening guides and lots of places to go for additional resources to help both teachers and students expand their musical horizons-a gem for the traveling musical spirit." -Ellen Koskoff, Professor of Ethnomusicology, University of Rochester's Eastman School of Music "World Music: A Global Journeyprovides a detailed, comprehensive, and very accessible introduction to many musical traditions. ![]() "I love this book! Just the right balance of social, cultural, and historical context to make the musics (and their people) come alive. (The mp3 audio compilation is not available for separate sale.) An access code and instructions will be provided. ![]() PURCHASING OPTIONS Print Paperback Pack - Book and CD set: 9781138911277 Print Hardback Pack - Book and CD set: 9781138911284 Print Paperback - Book only: 9781138911314 Audio CD: 9781138697805 eBook Pack - eBook and mp3 file: 9781315692791* *For eBook users, please email with proof of purchase to obtain access to the mp3 audio compilation. A set of three CDs is available, with over three hours of diverse music examples necessary to the study. Mick Moloney, Walter Mahovlich, Natalie MacMaster, and Gilbert Velez Addition of DANCE, inseparable to musical expression in some cultures Updates as needed, resulting from various changes in culture, politics, and war New and revised test questions, new photos, and other revised resources The dynamic companion website hosts interactive listening guides plus many student and instructor resources. Fourth Edition features: New sites! Plena from Puerto Rico Chuida from China Gagaku from Japan has returned from the Second Edition New "Inside Look" features spotlight distinguished ethnomusicologists such as Dr. Finally, students are invited to consider the cultural connections that give the music its meaning and life. Music analysis begins with an experiential "first impression" of the music, followed by an "aural analysis" of the sound and prominent musical elements. Visits to multiple "sites" within a region provide in-depth studies of varied musical traditions. As one would prepare for any journey, each chapter starts with background preparation, reviewing the historical, cultural, and musical overview of the region. 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. World Music: A Global Journey, Fourth Edition takes students around the world to experience the diversity of musical expression and cultural traditions.
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