Folk Music : Very Short Introductions series

Researcher and ethnomusicologist Mark Slobin presents in "Folk Music: A Very Short Introduction" (published under the Very Short Introductions Series by the Kalima Translation Project at the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre) an engaging analytical and historical study highlighting the roots of folk music and its importance in shaping cultural identities. The book explores how melodies and songs are transmitted across generations, reflecting societies' values and life experiences, while addressing their interaction with modern social and technological changes. Through a smooth and accessible academic style, the book offers readers and culture/music enthusiasts a deeper understanding of the authenticity of folk arts and their vital role in human consciousness.

Because it opens broad horizons for exploring global folk musical heritage, offering an enjoyable analytical perspective for anyone interested in cultural and artistic studies.

For researchers, students, heritage and music enthusiasts, and anyone interested in understanding the diversity of human cultures through auditory arts.