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Other Music Genres

More information on various music genres, forms and styles.
The Oratorio
Description, brief history and examples of oratorios written by notable composers.
What is Heavy Metal?
The origin and development of heavy metal music.
What is Funk Music?
An introduction to funk music, with brief description and artist list.
What is Disco Music?
Take a trip back to memory lane and relive the magic of disco music.
What is Art Song?
Learn the characteristics of an art song.
The Cantata
More informaiton about the cantata and the complete list of Bach cantatas.
The Suite
More information on the suite, specifically the Baroque dance suite.
African Music
Introduction to African music.
Ambient Music
Definition and brief history of ambient music.
Types of Bands
More information on bands, the different types of bands.
What Is Chamber Music?
Meaning of chamber music and music samples.
What is a Chorus?
Historical background, definition, types and samples of a chorus.
What Is Choral Music?
Meaning and music samples of choral music.
What is Liturgical Music?
Meaning and samples of liturgical music.
Types of Operas
Description of the different types of operas.
Polynesian Music
Origin, description and musical instruments of Polynesian music.

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