Embark on a captivating exploration of global musical diversity with World Music: A Global Journey, Fifth Edition. Authored by Terry E. Miller, this comprehensive volume invites readers across continents to immerse themselves in cultural traditions that stimulate the ear, intellect, and soul. The fifth edition, published by Routledge on October 21, 2020, offers a systematic study of the world’s major cultures, underpinned by a robust pedagogical framework. It delivers historical and cultural overviews of the seven continents, complemented by in-depth examinations of varied musical traditions. Renowned for its accessible and engaging approach, World Music: A Global Journey features lively excursions to the very “sites” where these vibrant musics flourish. This edition enhances the learning experience with an easy-to-follow chapter structure organized by geographic region, detailed listening guides, comprehensive maps, and hundreds of colorful photographs, including over two dozen new images. It covers an eclectic array of world musics, embracing both popular and traditional forms. New “Inside Look” entries highlight distinguished ethnomusicologists and musicians, while the innovative “Musical Markers” feature provides concise summaries of key musical elements for each audio example. ISBN-13: 978-0367423148, ISBN-10: 0367423146.