Chinese Music (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780521186919)

Unique and complex in style, traditional Chinese music forms a fascinating part of China's cultural heritage. This accessible, illustrated introduction to Chinese music takes the reader through the 8000-year history of China's musical instruments, the diversity of Chinese folk music, the development of China's famous operas and the modern Chinese music industry. From classical to contemporary styles, Jin Jie explores the influence that Chinese music has had around the world.

Author: Jie Jin
ISBN-10: 0521186919
ISBN-13: 9780521186919
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 03/03/2011
Pages: 156
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.64lbs
Size: 8.97h x 6.11w x 0.44d