The 3-CD set was produced by Sony BMG Music Entertainment and includes over 100 musical selections (a combination of excerpts and complete tracks). The majority of these are drawn from high-quality, professional recordings by the likes of Ravi Shankar, Tito Puente, Santana, Shakti, Anglique Kidjo, Hossam Ramzy, John Coltrane, The Chieftains, Eileen Ivers, and Yo-Yo Ma.
The CD tracks are closely integrated with the text through Guided Listening Experience narratives, Guided Listening Quick Summaries, Musical Guided Tours, Music Making Exercises, and visual illustrations.
NEW! 2nd Edition 4-CD set now available--isbn 9780077337711
