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World Music: The Rough Guide

World Music: The Rough Guide

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by Simon Broughton (Series Editor), Mark Ellingham (Series Editor), Richard Trillo (Ed.)
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Narrative driven, providing background and context on the music of 70 countries and regions, ranging from salsa to soukous, Cajun to Calypso, Rai to Qawwali. Set up in regional chapters. Each explanatory chapter is followed by a discography, with very short reviews of what the editors consider the very best music in the category. Various musicians are spotlighted in sidebars.

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ISBN13: 9781858280172
ISBN10: 1858280176
Language: English
Publisher: Rough Guides
Publication Year: 1994
Format: Paperback

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    A global musical journey through diverse rhythms and styles.

  • Who is this book for?

    If you're curious about world music and want a well-rounded introduction, this guide is perfect. It offers rich background stories and highlights top tracks from around the globe, making it both educational and inspiring. Whether you're new to world sounds or a seasoned listener, you'll find this book a delightful exploration of cultural melodies.
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