African Music Encyclopedia
An overview of artists and countries with a glossary of musical terms.
BBC Radio 3: Africa on your street
A celebration of African music in the UK with information about touring artists, events, interviews and a glossary of musical terms.
Cariwave: Evolution of Afro Caribbean Music
Information about the development of the styles including the influences of calypso and soul.
Chandra and David's
Learn about traditional Indian music. Introduction and articles on the music and instruments of India.
China the Beautiful: Beijing Opera
Sound clips from operatic arias with background information about their history and development.
Omaha Indian Music
A collection from the American Folklife Center, Library of Congress. Features traditional Omaha music from the 1890s and 1980s, as well as other research material.
The Mississippi: River of Song
PBS's Smithsonian Institution series explores contemporary music along the Mississippi, using local bands and artists as case studies. Includes online teacher's guide.
Thomas Hampson: I Hear America Singing
An exploration of American concert song with information about influential composers, poets, writers, artists, ideas and events.
Traditional World Music Recordings
CD recommendations for listening to music from countries including India, Iran, Java and China.