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Music Genres (Set of 10)

by Various

Book Details

Publisher:Routledge
Published:2020-04-15
Pages:254
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1136733809

Reading Info

Age Range:3-7

About This Book

An accessible introduction to the study of popular music, this book takes a schematic approach to a range of popular music genres, and examines them in terms of their antecedents, histories, visual aesthetics, and sociopolitical contexts. Within this interdisciplinary and genre-based focus, readers will gain insights into the relationships between popular music, cultural history, economics, politics, iconography, production techniques, technology, marketing, and musical structure.

Our Review

This ten-volume set offers a comprehensive introduction to popular music studies, systematically exploring different genres through their historical roots, visual aesthetics, and sociopolitical backgrounds. Young readers will discover how music connects to cultural history, economics, and technology through an accessible, interdisciplinary approach. The schematic organization makes complex concepts about musical structure and production techniques understandable for developing minds. This collection provides a foundational understanding of how popular music functions within broader societal contexts.

What distinguishes this resource is its genre-based framework that allows children to see music as more than just soundβ€”it's a window into cultural movements, political climates, and technological advancements. The set particularly benefits curious elementary-aged readers who enjoy connecting artistic expression with historical events and social changes. Through examining the relationships between music marketing, iconography, and musical composition, children develop critical thinking skills about the media they consume. This multifaceted exploration of popular music genres will expand how young listeners perceive and appreciate the sounds that shape our world.

Themes

Education

Subjects

Education