Explore Music
By Jasmine Bates
Explore MusicFeb 18, 2024
Beautiful Belarus
Belarus is an Eastern European country between Poland and Russia with a rich and complex history. Watch this video to learn more about it's musical history. #exploremusic 00:00 Intro and History of country 02:59 Znamenny Chant 03:54 Folk Songs 07:06 Belarusian Instruments 10:04 Belarusian Dance 12:04 Composers 14:15 Modern Belarus Music Belarusian Playlist of videos: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpu6ukPK_Xqo8pn2fSB0d1nZ2M_69ReKv&si=lwlVI8Wf6JBlBAkG https://youtu.be/9frwQaqZgHI
Instruments of Ukraine
Enjoy this video briefly mentioning the main folk and traditional instruments from Ukraine and Carpathian mountain regions. If you like this content, be sure to subscribe and leave a comment down below about what you learned or what you would like to see next!
Traditional Music and Dance of Poland | Explore Music
Poland has a long and unique history with a strong national and cultural heritage. Check out this episode to learn about some of the composers and musical styles that make Poland what it is!
Instruments of Germany | Explore Music
Germany is a historic region of the world with many musical contributions. In this episode, we looked at the various instruments to originate from Germany and central Europe including the saxophone, clarinet, euphonium, tuba, glockenspiel, horn, gemshorn, recorder, and many others!
Unique Ukrainian Music | Explore Music
Enjoy this episode covering aspects of Ukrainian music including the Dorian scale, the national dance Hopak, and many influential folk and classical music composers and musicians. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a comment!
The Mystical Woman Composer- Hildegard of Bingen | Explore Music
This short episode tells of the life of mysical abbess, composer, and woman of the 12th century, Hildegard of Bingen. Song in video: In Principio Omnes- Ordo Virtutum
Religious and Secular Music of the 16th Century | Explore Music
Take a deeper look into 16th century European composers and musical genres including the chorale, madrigal, and instrumental ensembles. All information for this video was found in The Oxford History of Western Music College Edition by Richard Taruskin. If you enjoyed this video and would like to see more like it, leave a comment and subscribe to Explore Music! Website: https://exploremusiconline.weebly.com/ Podcast Anchor: https://anchor.fm/jasmine-bates8 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3AQIodlbdItTm7bzmGSznW
German Composer History Until the 20th Century | Explore Music
Germany has a rich and long musical history spanning over a thousand years. In this video, we covered the major composers and classical styles during this time up until the 20th century. Be sure to check out later parts featuring German folk and popular music and instruments from Germany. Like, comment, and subscribe for more Explore Music!
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Greenlandic Music History | Explore Music
Greenland is one of the least inhabited places on Earth, but you wouldn’t know that from their vibrant culture and language! With around 56,000 people, everyone contributes in keeping the traditions alive. Enjoy a brief video on the history of Greenland’s people and culture. Like, comment and subscribe for more!
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Additional Links and Credits:
Greenland 4K: Scenic Relaxation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zj7kdnWVOxc&t=2624s
Katajjaq performers: Kathy Keknek and Janet Aglukkaq
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qnGM0BlA95I
Traditional Drum Dance: Anda Kuitse
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9GdMbTaHfEE&list=PLpu6ukPK_XqqXjyHGTYXxo0hmuCfg7o7N&index=3&t=568s
Greenland Choir: MIK-Koret
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mew_jvyY56g
Greenlandic Polka Performance:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G6Q73NRajqs
Mask Dancer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wpxrr0OMPYA
Greenland’s National Anthem:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yKatTTuhrCs
More Resources: https://greenlandicpopularmusic.com/en/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2013/12/The-Music-in-Greenland-and-Greenland-in-the-music-Andreas-Otte2.pdf
https://visitgreenland.com/articles/greenlands-music-history-part-1/
https://visitgreenland.com/articles/drum-and-mask-dance-in-greenland/
#nordicmusic #nordichistory #musichistory #greenland #nativemusic #greenlandic
The Music of the Faroe Islands | Explore Music
The Faroe Islands are home to one of the best preserved chain dance traditions of the world. Enjoy a very brief video covering the history and musical uniqueness of the Faroe Islands! Comment, like and subscribe for more!
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Denmark's Musical History | Explore Music
Denmark’s musical history involves influences mainly from Central Europe, but have distinct Viking roots. Enjoy this brief video covering the musical history of Denmark. Comment, like, and subscribe for more!
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Viking Music of Norway | Explore Music
What musical features and instruments are unique to the Viking culture? Listen to this podcast about the musical history and journey of traditional Norway to find out!
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What Is Icelandic Music? | Explore Music
Curious about the musical history of the country Iceland? Listen to this podcast to learn more about traditional dance, music, and instruments of Iceland.
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Sounds of Sweden | Explore Music
The Sounds of Sweden are truly unique and beautiful. Enjoy a episode covering some of Sweden’s history and musical roots!
Enchanting Music of Finland | Explore Music
Finland has been relatively mysterious throughout history, and this gives their music and culture an enchanting aspect. Listen to this episode to learn more about what make Finnish music and culture so unique.