AMM3162
WORLD MUSIC
NAME : FELLICIA PAMELLA FRANCIS
MATRIC NUM. : D20161074198
SEMESTER :7
FACULTY : MUSIC AND PERFORMING ARTS
GROUP :A
TOPIC : ASSIGNMENT 1
WEEK 1
1. What is world music?
As for my opinion and what I have read from the book, world music is also called global
music or international music world music is a popular music that is based on musical
traditions from different parts of the world and that often has a rhythm that we can dance to.
According to Bruno (2005) ,world music also refers to the musical styles of various regions
and cultures and it is not only one type of music, but rather it covers a range
of musical traditions typically associated with a particular ethnic group. Not only that, world
music is also any type of music from all around the world. This music is generally noticeable
from the other countries, either by instruments used, or lyrically it is different. These things are
what make it easy to tell the difference between the different countries and what type of music it
is.
Main reference:
https://youtu.be/thSJxKm2p4k
Other reference:
Miller,T.E., & Shahriari, A. C. (2012). Chapter One, Before the Trip Begins:
Fundamental Issues. World music: A global journey. New York: Routledge.
WEEK 2
2. What are the differences between Balinese and Javanese gamelan?
As for my opinion from what I’ve learned from class ,one of the difference between
Javanese and Balinese gamelan is the style of playing. In Javanese gamelan is more
traditional and suited to play at palaces and temples, it is a gentler and lower pitched style of
gamelan that accommodates vocalists and rhythmic patterns. While Bali is a source for more
contemporary genres of gamelan. According to Junita (2002), that ,the music of the Javanese
court gamelan is divided into two basic styles, soft and strong. Which means, if it is played
soft a “misty” quality that is mellow and tranquil sound is produced. If it is played strong,
bold and loud sound is produced .Whereas ,in Balinese the music is filled with dynamic
energy .A feeling of continual agitation pervades the music as it is accelerates, slows,
crescendos and relaxes.
Main Reference:
Nettl,B., & Rommen, T. (2017). Chapter Seven Music of Indonesia Excursions in
world music. New York, NY: Routledge
Other Reference:
worldmusicgamelan.um.edu.my
WEEK 3
3. What is Music of East Asia (Arirang and Hogaku) ?
In my opinion,Arirang is a Korean folk song that is often considered to be the anthem of
Korean.Based on my references, there are about 3600 variations of 60 different versions of
the song, all of which include a refrain similar to “Arirang and Arariyo”. The song was
estimated more than 600 years old. A great virtue of Arirang is its respect for human
creativity, freedom of expression and empathy. Arirang is universally sung and enjoyed by
the Korean nation
While, Hogaku means the music of one’s homeland. It is a Japanese traditional music or also
known as the music of the 13-string koto. Hogaku is performed in several categories such as
in court, religious and festive music including Gagaku and ritual music of Shinto. In Hogaku
music there are three main instruments. Firstly, the koto (zither) an instrument retained a 13-
string design, secondly, the shakuhachi (flute), and the third music instrument is the shamisen
(plucked lute) which mainly used in accompanying vocal music. These are the essential music
instruments in Japanese music and each instrument has their own set of stylistic ornaments or
articulations which are used to create a sense of orchestral depth.
Main Reference:
Miller,T. E.,& Shahriari, A. C. (2012). Chapter 7 East Asia:China, Japan, Tibet World
music; A global journey. New York: Routledge.
Other Reference:
https://www.britannica.com/art/Arirang
https://www.britannica.com/art/Hogaku
WEEK 4
4. What are the differences between Hindustani and Carnatic classical music?
Based on my references, the main difference between Hindustani and Carnatic classical music
is that, Hindustani music is built based on Swara (pitch) while in Carnatic classical music is
built based on Laya (rhythm). In Hindustani, the raga used in the composition is maintained
using definite scales but in Carnatic music there are semitones called shrutis to create a raga
which is why we find a larger number of ragas in Carnatic music than Hindustani music.
Lastly,according to my understanding, Hindustani music also does not give that much
importance to the vocalist as is found in Carnatic music. Carnatic music can be considered
more rigid than Hindustani music as there is a prescribed style of singing. On the other hand,
in Hindustani music the voice must be steady. Vibrator usage is not used as it gives a sense of
unsteady voice while in Carnatic classical music, vibrato is used in which it immediate
switching between two notes in a repetitive way.
Main Reference:
Nettl, B., & Roommen, T. (2017). Chapter 2. Excursions in worl music. NewYork, NY;
Routledge
