World Music

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ISBN: 9780367423155

A Global Journey

by Terry E. Miller, Andrew Shahriari

5th Edition

Publisher: Routledge

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Print ISBN	9780367423155
eText ISBN	9781000203882
Publisher	Routledge
Publishing Year	2020
Edition	5th Edition
Language	English
Pages	538

How does music shape human experience across borders and generations? In an increasingly interconnected yet culturally fragmented world, understanding diverse musical expressions is more vital than ever. World Music: A Global Journey 5th Edition offers a brilliant gateway into this sonic tapestry, inviting students to explore how different societies communicate through sound. This updated volume serves as an essential guide for contemporary classrooms, bridging geographical divides and fostering deep cultural empathy. By examining music as a living, breathing reflection of human heritage, the text helps readers look beyond their own acoustic horizons to appreciate the rich variety of global traditions. It is an indispensable resource for anyone seeking to understand the global human condition through the universal language of song.

The authors organize their exploration geographically, taking readers on a systematic tour of seven continents. Rather than treating music as an isolated art form, they embed each tradition within its historical, social, and political context. From the complex polyrhythms of Sub-Saharan Africa to the intricate classical ragas of South Asia, the book unpacks the structural elements of sound while honoring the spiritual and cultural values of the creators. This holistic approach ensures that students do not merely listen to foreign sounds but actually comprehend the underlying worldviews that give those sounds meaning and purpose. By engaging with these diverse artistic expressions, learners develop a critical ear and a broader global perspective.

Designed for introductory courses in ethnomusicology and global music, World Music: A Global Journey 5th Edition is celebrated for its accessible tone and vivid, site-based narratives. This edition introduces exciting updates, including fresh "Inside Look" profiles of prominent scholars, streamlined audio delivery, and a new "Musical Markers" feature to simplify structural analysis. Instructors and students alike will find the digital companion resources invaluable for interactive learning. Accessing the World Music: A Global Journey 5th Edition PDF allows readers to engage seamlessly with detailed maps, listening guides, and vibrant imagery that bring these global encounters to life. It remains a premier choice for modern academic curricula.

Chapter 1: Before the Trip Begins: Fundamental Issues
- • Introduction to Ethnomusicology
- • Organology and Instrument Classification
- • Fieldwork and Methodology
Chapter 2: Aural Analysis: Listening to the World’s Musics
- • Pitch and Tuning Systems
- • Rhythm and Meter
- • Phonic Structure and Texture
Chapter 3: Cultural Considerations: Beyond the Sounds Themselves
- • Music and Identity
- • Spirituality and Ritual
- • Politics and Social Dynamics
Chapter 4: Oceania: Australia, Papua New Guinea, Hawai’i, Kiribati
- • Australian Aboriginal Didjeridu
- • Papua New Guinea Susap
- • Hawaiian Drum Dance Chant
- • Kiribati Vocal Performance
Chapter 5: South Asia: India, Pakistan
- • Hindustani Classical Raga
- • Carnatic Classical Kriti
- • Sufi Qawwali Devotional Music
Chapter 6: Southeast Asia: Vietnam, Thailand, Laos and Northeast Thailand, Indonesia (Java and Bali)
- • Vietnamese Nhac Tai Tu
- • Thai Piphat Ensemble
- • Laotian Lam Klawn
- • Javanese and Balinese Gamelan
Chapter 7: East Asia: China, Mongolia, Korea, Japan, Tibet
- • Chinese Guqin and Sizhu
- • Mongolian Urtyn Duu and Khoomei
- • Korean P'ansori
- • Japanese Kabuki and Gagaku
- • Tibetan Buddhist Ritual Chant
Chapter 8: The Middle East: Islam and the Arab World, Iran, Egypt, Turkey, Israel
- • Islamic Call to Prayer
- • Arabic Maqam and Ud
- • Persian Dastgah
- • Egyptian Takht Ensemble
- • Turkish Whirling Dervish Ritual
- • Jewish Liturgical Music
Chapter 9: Europe: Greece, Spain, Russia, Scotland, Ireland, Hungary, Bulgaria
- • Greek Orthodox Chant
- • Spanish Flamenco
- • Russian Balalaika
- • Scottish Highland Bagpipes
- • Irish Traditional Dance Music
- • Hungarian Hurdy-Gurdy
- • Bulgarian Women's Choir
Chapter 10: Sub-Saharan Africa: Ghana, Nigeria, Central Africa, Zimbabwe, Uganda, Senegal, The Republic of South Africa
- • Ghanaian Polyrhythmic Drumming
- • Nigerian Juju
- • Central African Pygmy Vocal Polyphony
- • Zimbabwean Shona Mbira
- • Ugandan Akadinda
- • Senegalese Kora
- • South African Mbube
Chapter 11: The Caribbean: Haiti, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, Puerto Rico, Cuba, The Dominican Republic
- • Haitian Vodou Ritual
- • Jamaican Reggae
- • Trinidadian Steel Band and Calypso
- • Puerto Rican Plena
- • Cuban Son
- • Dominican Merengue
Chapter 12: South America and Mexico: The Amazon Rainforest, Peru, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico
- • Amazonian Indigenous Chant
- • Peruvian Sikuri Ensemble
- • Argentine Tango
- • Brazilian Samba and Capoeira
- • Mexican Mariachi
Chapter 13: Canada and the United States
- • Native American Plains Chant
- • Cape Breton Fiddling
- • African American Gospel and Blues
- • Appalachian Bluegrass

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Before the Trip Begins: Fundamental Issues
- • Introduction to Ethnomusicology
- • Organology and Instrument Classification
- • Fieldwork and Methodology
Chapter 2: Aural Analysis: Listening to the World’s Musics
- • Pitch and Tuning Systems
- • Rhythm and Meter
- • Phonic Structure and Texture
Chapter 3: Cultural Considerations: Beyond the Sounds Themselves
- • Music and Identity
- • Spirituality and Ritual
- • Politics and Social Dynamics
Chapter 4: Oceania: Australia, Papua New Guinea, Hawai’i, Kiribati
- • Australian Aboriginal Didjeridu
- • Papua New Guinea Susap
- • Hawaiian Drum Dance Chant
- • Kiribati Vocal Performance
Chapter 5: South Asia: India, Pakistan
- • Hindustani Classical Raga
- • Carnatic Classical Kriti
- • Sufi Qawwali Devotional Music
Chapter 6: Southeast Asia: Vietnam, Thailand, Laos and Northeast Thailand, Indonesia (Java and Bali)
- • Vietnamese Nhac Tai Tu
- • Thai Piphat Ensemble
- • Laotian Lam Klawn
- • Javanese and Balinese Gamelan
Chapter 7: East Asia: China, Mongolia, Korea, Japan, Tibet
- • Chinese Guqin and Sizhu
- • Mongolian Urtyn Duu and Khoomei
- • Korean P'ansori
- • Japanese Kabuki and Gagaku
- • Tibetan Buddhist Ritual Chant
Chapter 8: The Middle East: Islam and the Arab World, Iran, Egypt, Turkey, Israel
- • Islamic Call to Prayer
- • Arabic Maqam and Ud
- • Persian Dastgah
- • Egyptian Takht Ensemble
- • Turkish Whirling Dervish Ritual
- • Jewish Liturgical Music
Chapter 9: Europe: Greece, Spain, Russia, Scotland, Ireland, Hungary, Bulgaria
- • Greek Orthodox Chant
- • Spanish Flamenco
- • Russian Balalaika
- • Scottish Highland Bagpipes
- • Irish Traditional Dance Music
- • Hungarian Hurdy-Gurdy
- • Bulgarian Women's Choir
Chapter 10: Sub-Saharan Africa: Ghana, Nigeria, Central Africa, Zimbabwe, Uganda, Senegal, The Republic of South Africa
- • Ghanaian Polyrhythmic Drumming
- • Nigerian Juju
- • Central African Pygmy Vocal Polyphony
- • Zimbabwean Shona Mbira
- • Ugandan Akadinda
- • Senegalese Kora
- • South African Mbube
Chapter 11: The Caribbean: Haiti, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, Puerto Rico, Cuba, The Dominican Republic
- • Haitian Vodou Ritual
- • Jamaican Reggae
- • Trinidadian Steel Band and Calypso
- • Puerto Rican Plena
- • Cuban Son
- • Dominican Merengue
Chapter 12: South America and Mexico: The Amazon Rainforest, Peru, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico
- • Amazonian Indigenous Chant
- • Peruvian Sikuri Ensemble
- • Argentine Tango
- • Brazilian Samba and Capoeira
- • Mexican Mariachi
Chapter 13: Canada and the United States
- • Native American Plains Chant
- • Cape Breton Fiddling
- • African American Gospel and Blues
- • Appalachian Bluegrass