Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Genre Evolution

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An ancient library with scrolls and musical instruments, a hand-drawn musical score illuminated by a beam of light, symbolizing the uncatalogued history of music.

Rethinking Music Genre Evolution and Cultural Influence

Before 1800, the concept of 'Western Art Music' (WAM) as understood today was arguably inapplicable to the actual repertory and practices of the time, according to Brainfood Musicology .

Andre Silva·April 22, 2026