World music is an umbrella term for diverse traditional and folk music styles from cultures around the globe, celebrating rich heritage and cultural expressions.
Characteristic Instruments
Instruments vary widely and include sitar, didgeridoo, marimba, bagpipes, and many more depending on the region.
Dominant Styles
World music encompasses folk, indigenous, and traditional genres from Africa, Asia, Latin America, Europe, and Oceania.
Top Artists by Region
Africa
- Youssou N'Dour
- Angelique Kidjo
Asia
- Ravi Shankar
- Kitaro
Latin America
- Mercedes Sosa
- Caetano Veloso
Europe
- Loreena McKennitt
- Enya