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Learn and listen about the mysterious region of the Baltics and the musical culture of Lithuania.

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/playli...

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!

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!

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!

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!

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

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://exploremusicon...

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! Website: https://exploremusiconline.weebly.com/ Podcast A...

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! Website: https://exploremusiconline.weebly.com/ Podcast Anchor: https://anchor.fm/jasm...

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! Website: https://exploremusiconline.weebly.com/ Podcast Anchor: https://anchor.fm/jasmine-bates8 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3AQIodlbdItTm7bzmGSznW

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! Website: https://exploremusiconline.weebly.com/ Podcast Anchor: https://anchor.fm/jasmine-bates8 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3AQIodlbdItTm7bzmGSznW

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! Website: https://exploremusiconline.weebly.com/   Podcast Anchor: https://anchor.fm/jasmine-bates8   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3AQIodlbdItTm7bzmGSznW

Curious about the musical history of the country Iceland? Listen to this podcast to learn more about traditional dance, music, and instruments of Iceland. Website: https://exploremusiconline.weebly.com/   Podcast Anchor: https://anchor.fm/jasmine-bates8   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3AQIodlbdItTm7bzmGSznW

The Sounds of Sweden are truly unique and beautiful. Enjoy a episode covering some of Sweden’s history and musical roots!

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.