Polynesian Music

"Polynesia" comes from a Greek word which means "many islands". Early Polynesian music is described as chant-songs; vocal music that is chanted using simple to elaborate melodies. These chant-songs were a part of their daily life. Learn more about the origin and musical instruments of Polynesian music.

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