Australia, Hawaii, and the Pacific

By Underwood, Deborah

Publishers Summary:
MUSIC. World of Music offers a global tour of the most exciting and unusual music on the planet. Travel across oceans, deserts and mountains to discover the range of musical styles and instruments being played today. Australia, Hawaii, and the Pacific : Take a comprehensive look at the musical styles and instruments of Australia, Hawaii, and the islands of the Pacific. Discuss how the music of other cultures influenced the region's music and vice versa. Some of the region's major artists are featured.

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ISBN
978-1-40349-894-6
Publisher
Oxford ; Heinemann Library, c2008.


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School Library Journal

Reviewed on March 1, 2008

Gr 4-6 Part of a six-volume series, these books offer a broad look at the history of music, divided by location and ethnic grouping. "Are bagpipes Scottish?" "Europe" answers this question and others as it traces the origins, diversity, folk traditions, and worldwide impact of various countries' music. "Africa" traces the continent's history to reveal Arabic, Moorish, and folk influences inherent in its music, whil...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

Horn Book Guide

Reviewed on January 1, 2007

Each book in this series presents accessible information, supported by vibrant photographs, about music from different regions of the world. Topics include the history and cultural influences of music as well as i...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

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