Asia (éžə) is a broad category of music that encompasses many different styles. The primary sound of Asian music comes from the lute, which can be fretted or unfretted, and normally has two to three strings. This style of music also highlights the flute and different types of handmade percussion instruments. The peaceful and melodic […]

Australia (ɔstrélyə) music is a music style that originated many years ago with the Aborigines. Music as always been an important part of Australian tradition and highlights ceremonies and celebrations. Making famous the Didgeridoo, a wind instrument, the Australian style of music is bush music at its finest. Through the use of this instrument, the […]

Avant-Garde Jazz (əvánt- gárd ǰǽz) is a style of music that is characterized by the improvisation and the composition of jazz music. This form of jazz differs from the traditional sound of Jazz and allows for a more free-form style of music. While the notes may be planned, they are left open for improvisation to […]