Music of Asia

Asian music encompasses numerous musical styles, diverse cultural and religious traditions, and forms originating on the Asian continent.

Traditions by country

Asian musical traditions include:

Westerners interested in studying and playing Indonesian Gamelan
A Japanese man playing a shamisen while another sings
A Korean gayageum performer
A Mongolian musician
A Lady Playing the Tanpura; Rajasthan
A musical theatre group in Baghdad

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Religious Music of Asia". Smithsonian Folk Ways Recordings. Retrieved 2025-08-22.
  2. ↑ "Music of Asia". Rutgers University Libraries. Retrieved 2025-08-22.