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"World music" is a term used to describe music from various cultural traditions around the world. It often includes traditional music from Africa, Asia, and Latin America, as well as folk music from various countries. World music can also encompass fusion genres that blend elements from different cultural traditions. It's a broad and inclusive genre, which primarily focuses on traditional and ethnic music from non-Western countries. It often features elements such as traditional instruments, vocal styles, and rhythms that are specific to a particular culture or region.

One of the key features of world music is the diversity of cultures it encompasses. From the traditional rhythms of African drums to the intricate melodies of Indian classical music, world music offers a wide range of sounds and styles. It also includes a wide range of instruments, including ones that may be unfamiliar to Western listeners such as the kora, the sitar, and the didgeridoo.

World music is not just limited to traditional or folk music, it also includes contemporary and popular music from non-Western countries. For example, reggaeton from Puerto Rico, K-pop from South Korea, and Bhangra from India are all considered world music. This genre is often associated with the globalization of culture and the increasing interconnectedness of the world.

In addition to being a form of entertainment, world music can also serve as a powerful tool for cultural exchange and understanding. It allows listeners to experience the music, stories, and traditions of other cultures, and can help to break down stereotypes and promote cross-cultural understanding. As the world becomes more connected, world music will become an increasingly important form of cultural expression and exchange.

Overall, "World music" is a diverse and vibrant genre that encompasses a wide range of cultural traditions from around the world. It offers a glimpse into the rich musical heritage of different cultures and promotes understanding and appreciation of the world's many musical traditions.

Free World music

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Loopable small composition reminiscent of North American traditional music.
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Whilst out walking and practicing the waltz down my block, this was the song that was going through my head. It isn't super-waltzy sounding, but it is super easy to waltz to. Comes in 3 varieties, Chill, Spritely, and HANG ON, THIS IS VIENNESE!!!.
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African-influenced short piece with continuous accelerando.
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Fast, far east inspired, suspense tune with Chinese zither or Guzheng.
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Somewhere between Bollywood and club music. You can <A HREF=http://store.payloadz.com/go?id=2183828>download this in uncompressed format here</A>! Download comes with individual tracks so you can make your own mixes.
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World music! Perfect music for any games, shows or commercial taking place somewhere exotic!
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Electronic/world music hybrid with mystical elements.
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Like the music in every single African based level of a PlayStation 1 game.
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Whilst out walking and practicing the waltz down my block, this was the song that was going through my head. It isn't super-waltzy sounding, but it is super easy to waltz to. Comes in 3 varieties, Chill, Spritely, and HANG ON, THIS IS VIENNESE!!!.
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Native American drumming. The branch rattle is reminiscent of thunder. Tempo picks up about halfway through.
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This music is the introduction to your characters entering a Middle Eastern village for the first time. The tribal drumming is all hustle and bustle, while the melody is winding, forceful, and unfamiliar.
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Interesting hybrid of at least 3 traditions. For being plodding - it keeps up the intensity to a surprising degree.
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No, I don't know what this is. Same as Gypsy Shoegazer, but without the vocal parts... in case you want to add you own vocal parts. Sheet music for the voices <A HREF="/m/c/royalty-free/sheetmusic/Gypsy%20Shoegazer%20Vocal%20Notes.pdf">available here</A>.
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High energy distorted stringed instruments float above a tribal-type beat.
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Another exciting guerrilla warfare planning meeting, and Parker didn't bring the coffee. I'm starting to annoyed with Parker more and more these days. Sure, the new "cape cod style" curtains look great in the mud blinds, but I'm not into the satin obelisk in the middle of our jungle huts.
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