In a world that is used to overproduction, they might not be attracted to authentic music. That is one danger I worry about, says Katz. At the same time, the media s sole focus on certain types of music might inspire people to learn about the culture and listen to more music. It allows for more openness, Katz explains. Tradition will change and tradition includes expansion.
People get the knowledge through the world of music education.
Katz also adds that a reason world music is becoming more global is that it is becoming more visual via television. You can see Aboriginals in the Brazilian rain forest doing their thing, Katz comments. Lynbarger argues that the spiritual aspect involved in the love for music is also an issue that can be used to explain the popularity of world music. Music has taken on a new place in people s lives this last hundred years, he argues. It has become a ritual of everyday life.