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.