• Musical descriptions of each historical style with well-chosen featured performers and biographical information demonstrate for students the differences between styles, periods, and performers.
• Thought-provoking discussion questions and a summary at the end of each chapter keep students interested in and focused on key content.
• NEW! Songs featured in numerous updated Listening Guides can now be found in a Spotify playlist, easily accessible right here on the Online Learning Center.
• NEW! A greater focus on pop and alternative styles, including updated discussions of New Romanticism, Hair Bands, and Alternative music.
2015