“Strings of Spain” is a story of the development of the unique musical culture of Spain through the centuries. It ranges from the ethnic ways of the percussive beat in tribes to nowadays cross-genre b…
The pace of change in our world is truly unprecedented, and leading the charge of this transformation is none other than technology. One technology, in particular, has been making waves across various…
In this book, the reader is taken on a journey through centuries of tradition, innovation, and cultural significance. From the ancient hanok houses to the modern skyscrapers that now dot the skyline, …
Discover the tapestry of colors that Slovenian folk music is with Cultural Cadence, a fascinating look at the music of Slovenia. This book opens up the corner where one can find the exciting beat, tun…
"Songs of the Northern Lights" guides readers into a musical exploration of the rich Baltic State musical environment. Through this book, readers discover how music functions as both a cultural founda…
Journey into Belgium's musical heart as "Across Fields and Festivals" reveals territorial growth and music highlights while depicting classic performance styles which developed Belgium's identity.
Step into a world where the ancient and the contemporary intertwine through the melodies and myths of France. Lullabies of Time explores the deeply rooted history of French folk music, tracing its ori…
Sounds of the Sunny Island provides a historical overview of music in this rapidly developing city and the impact of immigration on its melodies. Covering folk music to popular tunes, this book reveal…
Get involved with the complex tapestry of Lithuanian folk music in this captivating examination of cultural importance. "Chords of Change" unravels the rich historical significance of folk songs that …
Music in Argentina is true to Argentines' hearts and spirit. "Silver Land Ballads" is devoted to assessing and describing the formation and development of different kinds of folk and popular music in …
If there is anything that can be said to define the music scene in the Nordic countries, it is that it is tremendously diverse, something that this engaging and informative guide to Denmark, Norway, S…
Houghton Mifflin is proud to present a full-color, large-format, guide to the characters, cultures, and locations of J.R.R. Tolkien's extraordinary creation Middle-earth, as depicted in the movie The …
