Lesson Number 4

“MODERN
NATIONALISM
MUSIC”
It refers to the use
of musical ideas or motifs that
are identified with a specific
country, region, or ethnicity,
such as folk tunes and
melodies, rhythms, and
•A looser form of 20 century
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music development focused on

nationalist composers and
musical innovators who sought to
combine modern techniques with
folk materials.
•However, this common ground
stopped there, for the different
breeds of nationalists formed their
own style of writing.
-theconsciousness of the distinctive
features of a nation and the intent to
reveal, emphasize, and glorify those
features—

played a prominent part in Romantic

music, partly as a result of social and
political developments.
What is the purpose of nationalistic music?

• Musical nationalism is the term used to

describe art music that was created with the
intention to promote nationalism or help
inspire patriotic sentiments. The 19th
century, also known as the Romantic Era,
was a turbulent political time in the Western
world.
 Modern Perspective
•According to some authors, musical
nationalism involves the appropriation
of music necessarily originating from
distinct ethnic, cultural, and class
hierarchies for the express purpose of
furthering the political goals of
nationalist movements.
21 Century Music Trends
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• Each society all across the globe has its music in
one form or another. The tunes and melodies of
each community depend on its history, culture,
and tradition. In the past, these sounds were in a
primitive stage. With time, these tones evolved.
In addition, music from different cultures merged
into hybrid melodies. With the evolution of
technology, several trends, genres, and
instruments are available to musicians globally.
• As such, this article looks at the impact
of streaming services on the music
making industry. It also highlights how
social media and the emergence of new
genres affect how people interact with
music. Finally, it looks at the effect of
melody on society and what the future
holds beyond the 21 Century.
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•Streaming Services
•About half a century ago,
songs were only available on
cassette tapes. A dramatic
change occurred in the 80s
when people were able to
listen to music using compact
•Technology has
evolved so much that
cassette tapes and CDs
are obsolete.
• Therefore, you can now access your
favorite songs on different platforms that
offer streaming services. Some of the
more popular streaming services include:
• Apple Music
• Spotify
• Tidal
Influence of Social Media

The Emergence of New

Genres
Conclusion
The evolution of music in the 21 Century has
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come with several trends and impacts on

society. The most important of these trends is
the emergence of streaming services. In
particular, streaming services have made
songs accessible and cheaper for people all
around the world.
•In addition, social media has changed
the relationship between artists and
their fans. On the other hand, music
has had a profound impact on society.
Finally, artificial intelligence and
extended reality promise to influence
the trajectory of music in the
21 Century and beyond.
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