Music Library World

Vendor: NAXOS
Library Type: Academic, K-12, Public, Special
Resource Type: Database, Music / Sound Recording
Subject/Category: Art, Humanities
Website: https://www.naxosmusiclibrary.com/world/
Description:

Naxos Music Library World is a remarkable online platform that celebrates the rich and diverse heritage of world music.

With an extensive collection of over 200,000 tracks, the library offers a fascinating exploration of music from cultures around the globe from well-known catalogs like Smithsonian Folkways and ARC Music. From traditional folk tunes to contemporary world fusion, users can discover a wide range of genres, including African, Asian, Latin American, Middle Eastern, and European music. The platform's high-quality audio streaming ensures an authentic and immersive listening experience, allowing users to appreciate the intricate melodies, rhythms, and instruments of different cultures. Naxos Music Library World also provides detailed liner notes, artist biographies, and curated playlists, enabling users to delve deeper into the cultural and historical contexts of the music. Whether you're a music lover, researcher, or simply curious about the world's musical traditions, Naxos Music Library World is an invaluable resource that fosters cross-cultural appreciation and understanding through the universal language of music.

Noteworthy Features:

• Over 200,000 tracks!

• Search and browse by country, cultural group, and other world specific search criteria.

• Playlists: Professors can create and edit playlists of exam pieces and extracurricular listening for their students. Students can also create their own private playlists.

• Static URLs for every track, album, and playlist facilitate the sharing of NML–World content among users.

• Free Mobile Apps for both Apple and Android devices, with offline playback.