Asian music

Asian music encompasses a diverse range of styles and traditions from the continent, reflecting its rich cultural tapestry. It includes classical forms like Indian classical music, with its intricate ragas, and Chinese folk music, known for its pentatonic scale and use of traditional instruments. Contemporary genres, such as K-pop and J-pop, blend traditional elements with modern pop influences. Each region—South Asia, East Asia, Southeast Asia, and Central Asia—contributes unique rhythms, instruments, and vocal techniques, making Asian music both varied and complex. It serves as an important expression of identity and cultural heritage across the continent.