World of Music Series

Take a comprehensive look at the musical styles and instruments of the countries of Western Asia. Discuss how the music of other cultures and countries influenced the region's music and vice versa. Some of the region's major artists are featured.

Australia, Hawaii, and the Pacific

by Deborah Underwood

Published 22 October 2007

A high-interest, cross-curricular series offering a visually stunning guide to the music of the world. Supports Music, Geography, History, and cultural study areas. 'Provides explanations of technical words and musical phrasing to aid comprehension. Contains information about famous musicians and composers

Latin America and the Caribbean

by Andrew Solway

Published 22 October 2007

Take a comprehensive look at the musical styles and instruments of Mexico and the countries of Central and South America, as well as the islands of the Caribbean. Discuss how the music of other cultures and countries influenced the region's music and vice versa. Some of the region's major artists are featured.

Eastern Asia

by Peter Gutierrez

Published 15 October 2007

Take a comprehensive look at the musical styles and instruments of Eastern Asia. Discuss how the music of other cultures influenced the region's music and vice versa. Some of the region's major artists are featured.