Lesson 23 of 84 · World Music
⭐ 30 XPSitar and Ravi Shankar
The sitar, a long-necked string instrument from India, was popularized in the West by Ravi Shankar and the Beatles.
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Learn about sitar and ravi shankar: analyze how world music influences pop and jazz
What You'll Learn
The sitar, a long-necked string instrument from India, was popularized in the West by Ravi Shankar and the Beatles.
Analyze how world music influences pop and jazz
Respect and appreciate diverse musical traditions
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What type of music uses steel drums?
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