Although the two volumes of Music Alive! Exploring the World of Sound by Singapore music educators are written as an introduction to music education, they will also be relevant to anyone interested in expressions of sound in different cultural contexts. Listening is related to the accompanying CD while lively and colourful illustrations accompany suggestions for projects, activities, and personal research in music-making. Book 2 explores the orchestra, music structure, the traditional music of Japan and Arabia, pop music from Asia, and other topics. With CD and glossary.