Front cover image for World music : the basics

World music : the basics

Compact in one volume, this is an essential resource for world music novices and devoted listeners alike. Arranged by continent, and then alphabetically by country, musical styles and performers are described within their historical and political contexts. The artist profiles span classic performers to contemporary artists, with short synopses and recommended CDs. The author is a writer and world-music enthusiast, masquerading as a lawyer by day. Annotation 2004 Book News, Inc.

Print Book, English, 2005
Routledge, New York, 2005