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From its early beginnings in the 1980s, the vibrant world music genre in Australia has burgeoned to become the dynamic scene it is today. World Music charts this evolution, with chapter contributions from some of Australia's most knowledgeable and respected world music journalists, broadcasters, academics and promoters.

Explores the developments in Australian jazz over the years. Through interviews, anecdotes, analysis, and a companion CD, this book provides an insight into the scene that is Australian jazz. It argues that the jazz has become a defining force in our cultural landscape.

An approachable introduction to classical music composed in Australia in recent decades. With a balance of historical background and detailed description, the author explores a number of themes - landscape and spirituality, the influence of Europe and Asia - that bring together the exciting variety of new works and voices in Australian music now.